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Maharat Nakhon Si Thammarat Hospital Addresses X-ray Data Access Issues
The director of Maharat Nakhon Si Thammarat Hospital has apologized for technical difficulties regarding the retrieval of patient X-ray images during a system migration.
On September 9, 2026, Dr. Jirawan Arayapong, Director of Maharat Nakhon Si Thammarat Hospital, addressed public concerns regarding difficulties medical staff faced when accessing historical X-ray records. The issue, which gained attention online under the 'Doctors Won't Tolerate' narrative, stems from ongoing technical challenges during a major data migration.
According to the hospital administration, the facility is currently transitioning its X-ray image database from an old data center to a new one. The transfer of a large volume of data is not yet complete, resulting in inconsistencies in access protocols that have hindered clinical workflows. Dr. Jirawan expressed regret for the inconvenience caused to both patients and medical personnel, emphasizing that the hospital is working to resolve these technical barriers as quickly as possible.
For residents and travelers, this situation highlights potential delays in accessing medical history or diagnostic imaging at this specific facility during the transition period. While the hospital has pledged to expedite system improvements and internal communication, the exact timeline for when the new data center will be fully operational and stable remains to be confirmed. Patients requiring urgent access to past records are advised to coordinate directly with hospital staff for manual assistance while the digital system is being finalized.
