GP who treated murderer Erin Patterson ‘crushed’ by accusations of misogyny and ableism
A GP accused of misogyny and bigotry for describing Erin Patterson as a “crazy bitch” and “disturbed sociopathic nutbag” says his comments have been taken…
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Doctor who treated Erin Patterson facing ‘formal complaints’ over his public comments about the triple murderer
A GP who treated convicted murderer Erin Patterson and gave evidence at her trial is reportedly facing complaints over his post-trial media comments calling the…
Legal rulings on transgender care ‘not political statements’, says Family Court judge
A judge has addressed the reaction to a high-profile court case about transgender treatment, urging people not to interpret specific decisions as sweeping political commentaries…
The GP who treated triple murderer Erin Patterson tells his story
Dr Chris Webster had medical records ready, splayed before him on the bench. Hospital staff were warned to keep clear. He had even discussed his…
The Westfield attacker’s psychiatrist has been savaged over her care — this is what five expert witnesses actually think
When tragedy strikes, the inevitable question follows of whether it could have been prevented. In the case of Joel Cauchi, who killed six people with a 30cm…
Teenager convicted of murder after stabbing GP six times
The 17-year-old who killed GP Dr Ash Gordon has been convicted of murder. The boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, had broken into…
Divine dispute: Uniting Church says telehealth clinic misusing its brand name
Telehealth corporate Eucalyptus is embroiled in a legal battle with the Uniting Church over its online weight loss program Juniper with the church alleging it…
Doctors demand right to rebel as GP suspended again over ‘peaceful’ protests
Dr Sarah Benn: Photo: Facebook.Doctors are demanding protection from actions by the UK medical watchdog after a GP was suspended over her climate change and…
Judges slam medical board’s failed bid to reinstate emergency suspension
Three judges have criticised a Medical Board of Australia bid to reinstate a doctor’s emergency suspension, saying natural justice demanded finalising the case, not dragging…
‘Sh*t, just killed a guy. Like he’s dead, bro’: Teen accused of doctor’s murder goes on trial
A panicked teenager allegedly told friends he had stabbed Dr Ash Gordon four or five times after fleeing from the scene of the attack. The…
