Monrovia, Liberia–The Women NGOs Secretariat of Liberia (WONGOSOL) is calling for urgent government action and sweeping reforms in the health sector following a national scandal involving Dr. Peter Matthew George, a once-prominent medical figure whose license was revoked over fraudulent credentials.
Dr. George, the former President of the Liberia Medical and Dental Association (LMDA), is alleged to have practiced medicine for years without valid documentation-raising alarming concerns about regulatory oversight in the country’s health institutions.
The Liberia Medical and Dental Council (LMDC) recently stripped him of his license after confirming his lack of verifiable qualifications.
In a strongly worded statement released this week, WONGOSOL condemned the systemic failures that enabled Dr. George’s rise in the medical profession and outlined a four-point demand for immediate government action.
These include: An independent investigation into Dr. George’s practice and the institutional lapses that enabled his career; International cooperation to locate and hold him accountable if he has fled the country; stricter verification protocols for all healthcare professionals in Liberia; Comprehensive reform of the country’s health regulatory bodies to restore public trust.
“This is not just about one man-it’s about an entire system that failed to protect the public,” WONGOSOL stated. “Liberians, especially women and girls, are too often the victims of these failures. This time, there must be consequences.”
Dr. George’s alleged malpractice may have resulted in significant harm to patients, including loss of life, according to emerging reports.
The public reaction has been one of anger, betrayal, and demands for accountability-not just for Dr. George, but for those who enabled his career through weak oversight and inadequate checks.
WONGOSOL, a coalition of over 250 women-focused civil society organizations, emphasized that this case exemplifies broader institutional decay.
The organization is urging the Ministries of Health and Justice to act swiftly and transparently, and is calling on civil society and the international community to join in demanding reform.
“How did Dr. George rise to such positions of influence without proper credentials? Who was responsible for his vetting? These are questions that must be answered,” the group added.
As pressure continues to mount, WONGOSOL is reinforcing its commitment to advocacy and reform, warning that the credibility of Liberia’s healthcare system hangs in the balance.
“Liberia deserves a health system built on integrity, transparency, and accountability,” WONGOSOL declared. “This scandal must be a turning point.”
