Investigations are underway into claims that politicians from the Civic Coalition (KO) received preferential hospital treatment in Aleksandrow Kujawski and Knurow.
Allegations of Preferential Treatment for KO Politicians
The National Health Fund (NFZ) and prosecutors are investigating cases involving Senator Tomasz Lenz and MP Krystyna Szumilas, centering on allegations of privileged access to healthcare.
Reports suggest potential breaches of protocol and questions about whether politicians have easier access to medical care, bypassing standard procedures.
Procedure Bypass Alleged in Senator Lenz’s Family Member’s Treatment
On April 7, 2026, Wirtualna Polska reported irregularities in the scheduling of a medical procedure at a hospital in Aleksandrow Kujawski.
The alleged irregularity involves a procedure performed outside of the standard queue, lacking required documentation, and deviating from established protocols, reportedly for a close family member of Senator Tomasz Lenz.
Official Response and Investigation
Public institutions have responded to the reports, with the NFZ conducting an inspection at the Aleksandrow Kujawski hospital and the Patient Rights Ombudsman requesting urgent clarification from hospital authorities.
Senator Lenz has vehemently denied the accusations.
Lenz Denies Wrongdoing, Claims Procedure Was Followed
In an official statement, Senator Lenz asserted that the procedure performed on his minor son was conducted according to medical protocols, with proper documentation completed, and no preferential treatment given.
Hospital Director Confirms Procedural Irregularities
Mariusz Trojanowski, the director of the Aleksandrow Kujawski County Hospital, who is leading an internal investigation, acknowledged that the information reported in the media is accurate.
He confirmed that the procedure did occur outside of standard procedures and that the hospital lacks the necessary documentation for such a procedure. The internal investigation is expected to conclude the following Tuesday.
Ambulance Allegedly Used for MP Szumilas’ Relative
Just days after the allegations involving Senator Lenz surfaced, reports emerged concerning another incident involving a politician from the Civic Coalition – this time at a hospital in Knurow.
The Gliwice-Zachód District Prosecutor’s Office is investigating the alleged misuse of an ambulance to transport a relative of MP Krystyna Szumilas, as first reported by Zero.pl.
Shocking Revelations: Hospital Director Allegedly Drove Ambulance Without Authorization
Reports indicate the incident occurred in April 2025, with the hospital’s administrative director allegedly driving the ambulance.
The director allegedly lacked the necessary qualifications to operate an emergency vehicle and medical training, reportedly entering the emergency room, taking medical equipment, and departing without medical assistance or informing hospital staff.
The director then allegedly returned with a sick relative and two other family members. Evidence includes recordings and testimonies from medical personnel.
Szumilas Responds, Claims Situation Was Urgent
MP Szumilas admitted to Zero.pl that a close family member was transported by ambulance but denied arranging the transport through connections.
She stated the situation was an emergency involving a life-threatening condition and that she did not verify the driver’s credentials or know about any irregularities. However, Zero.pl reports that Szumilas has repeatedly changed her account of the details.
Systemic Privileges or Coincidence? Questions Raised
While the two cases differ in nature, they share a context of public healthcare and suspicions of procedural violations.
The outcomes of the ongoing administrative and prosecutorial investigations will be crucial, raising questions about standards in healthcare and the potential influence of public figures on access to care.
