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Original article: Sigue y suma la lista de seremis cuestionados: ahora denuncian historial de irregularidades del designado en Salud de Valparaíso, Aldo Ibani

Sale of Counterfeit Products and Labor Debts: The Multiple Controversies Surrounding the New Health Secretary of Valparaíso

Numerous concerns and allegations regarding counterfeit product sales are rocking the appointment of Aldo Ibani as Valparaíso’s new Health Secretary, just hours after taking office. Professional colleges and lawmakers are demanding explanations from the regional government.

Also see a widely shared video on social media

The president of the Valparaíso Medical Association, Luis Ignacio de la Torre, criticized the lack of public health and management experience of the new secretary, stating that the region needs “consolidated leadership from those experienced in the public network,” according to Radio Biobío.

At the same time, the Dentists’ Association confirmed they are investigating testimonies from former colleagues at the University of Valparaíso who accuse Ibani of selling dental products as if they were from a Japanese brand.

Additionally, inquiries are underway regarding Ibani’s time as clinical director at Italdent clinic in Viña del Mar, a role for which, according to Dentist Association president Pedro Tapia, a medical or dental surgeon degree is required. Former employees also reported issues with salary payments during his management from 2014 to 2016.

Radio Bío Bío in Valparaíso contacted the Valparaíso Health Secretariat regarding these allegations and criticisms against the new authority, but they declined to comment.  Social Democrat legislator Nelson Venegas labeled the situation as “embarrassing,” criticizing the “improvisation” of Kast’s government in key positions.

As of the article’s publication, Aldo Ibani has not issued a statement. Meanwhile, the unions announced they will continue gathering evidence to possibly forward it to the appropriate authorities.

Also see one of the allegations made in 2012

Lengthy List of Questionable Secretaries

User @RobertoMerken has compiled a part of the list of secretaries that have faced public scrutiny. Here is his post:

The extensive list of SEREMI appointments under the Kast government indicates that this is not an isolated error but a governing style characterized by improvised decisions, social media reliance, and low standards in key state positions. The comprehensive list compiled:

1. Health – Valparaíso | Aldo Ibani – Questioned less than 24 hours. Company without a valid degree and allegations of counterfeit products.
2. Education – Los Lagos | Patricia Dinamarca – Appointment revoked due to online publications.
3. Public Works – Los Ríos | Jorge Salazar – Lasted less than 24 hours. Questioned due to prior management.
4. Transport – Biobío | Henry Campos – Accusation of misappropriation of public funds.
5. Labor – La Araucanía | Francisco Farías – Company with expense reports rejected by GORE.
6. Health – Maule | Iskra Cox – Allegations of harassment and workplace bullying.
7. Health – La Araucanía | José Bravo – Acknowledges university debt.
8. Security – Valparaíso | Hernán Silva – Ongoing investigation for alleged forgery.
9. Education – La Araucanía | Aaron Ríos – Controversy for referring to teachers as “lazy.”
10. Environment – Atacama | David Olivares – Statements incompatible with public office.
11. Education | Alexander Nanjari – Controversy over comments about minors; was not appointed.

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