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Chao Chien-ming Remains Out of Sight; Clinic Becomes a Photo Spot

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Former presidential aide Chao Chien-ming remains out of public view amid marital rumors, with his clinic becoming a site for media and public attention.
  • Media have been staking out Chao's clinic, leading to a "nurse defense battle" and occasional police intervention.
  • Despite the media frenzy, some patients reported that Chao did attend to them, while others noted his upcoming scheduled absences, fueling speculation about potential overseas travel.

The marital troubles of Chen Hsing-yu and Chao Chien-ming continue to draw intense media scrutiny, with Chao himself remaining conspicuously absent from public view. His clinic has become a focal point, not only for reporters but also for curious members of the public.

Reporters have been persistently monitoring Chao's clinic, leading to what has been described as a "nurse defense battle" to protect patient privacy. On one occasion, police were called to the scene to manage the situation. While clinic staff initially stated Chao was not seeing patients, some individuals later reported being treated by him, noting he is the sole physician at the practice.

Adding to the intrigue, Chao's clinic has become an unexpected "hotspot" for people to take photos and check in, turning it into a peculiar tourist attraction amidst the ongoing scandal. This public attention comes as Chao's schedule shows him taking leave from August 17th, with further absences planned for the following days, including his usual days off. This period of unavailability has fueled widespread speculation online about whether he might be traveling abroad.

Netizens have even jokingly called for people to "rush to the airport to intercept the male lead," expressing a desire to see Chao appear publicly. Until the individuals involved offer a direct statement, online discussions and public curiosity about the situation are expected to continue escalating.

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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.