The audit of the Thoracic Surgery Clinic revealed significant issues with documentation related to the consumption of medicines and materials, which were not properly signed off by responsible personnel. This lack of proper oversight raises concerns about the management of medical supplies, particularly since some materials were delivered during periods when the clinic did not have a valid procurement contract. The clinic justified this by citing the need to avoid interruptions in surgeries due to expiring contracts and limited market competition, as certain products had only one exclusive distributor. Additionally, there was a discrepancy of 15.5 million denars between material records and patient-specific usage reports. The audit also highlighted risks associated with the absence of a hospital pharmacy and pharmacists, leading to potential errors in medication handling. Furthermore, over 5.1 million denars were paid to 75 employees for overtime work without proper legal procedures or notifications to labor inspectors. Some staff received additional compensation for night shifts and holidays despite these rights being tied to employment contracts rather than service agreements. In
Lectura del sesgo (Centro): The article presents findings from an audit of a public institution, highlighting procedural and financial irregularities. It does not exhibit overt ideological bias but focuses on factual discrepancies and systemic issues within the healthcare system.





