Michael Tsokos: Farewell to the Charité and view of the dark sides of forensic medicine

Michael Tsokos: Farewell to the Charité and view of the dark sides of forensic medicine

Michael Tsokos, known as Germany's renowned forensic doctor, has headed the Institute of forensic Medicine at the Berlin Charité since 2007 before giving up this position at the end of 2023. In an Interview with the Berliner Zeitung, he spoke about his decision to leave the Charité and criticized that medicine should not be political. Tsokos emphasized the importance of independent university medicine and is of the opinion that the Charité is increasingly politically shaped, which does not correspond to its idea of ​​independent university medicine.

Especially during the Corona period, Tsoko's concerns about the lecturer-student relationship that suffered. He emphasized the need for a reasonable student education in forensic medicine, which in his view was neglected at the Charité.

In terms of the demand for a better corpse show by qualified doctors, Tsokos complained about the progressive overload and neglect in this area. He emphasized that many homicides were overlooked and advocated training doctors appropriately in the corpse show to ensure a better understanding of medical necessities.

Furthermore, Tsokos commented on spectacular cases such as the death of Whitney Houston and Kurt Cobain. He expressed the conviction that Houston was murdered and expressed doubts about Kurt Cobain's supposed suicide due to the high heroin content in his blood. Tsokos criticized the insufficient investigations in both cases and emphasized the importance of accurate crime scene work.

Overall, the interview with Tsokos reflects its critical attitude towards grievances in the field of forensic medicine, the inadequate corpse show and the need for an independent and high -quality training in the medical field. Tsokos shows itself as a committed proponent of a transparent and accurate medical practice, which serves to educate and justice.