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‘I’m grieving my old body’: How a young woman lost her ovary to a surgeon now under investigation
The federal health minister has requested scrutiny of clinical governance at the Epworth hospital after allegations that one of its surgeons performed unnecessary surgeries to treat endometriosis.
- Henrietta Cook
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‘Deeply confronting’: Hospital unaware surgeon was under investigation for months
The Epworth chief executive has warned that patient safety is being put at risk by confidentiality laws surrounding doctors under investigation by the health watchdog.
- Henrietta Cook and Liam Mannix
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- Women's health
Why some doctors think endometriosis is being treated with unnecessary surgery
After decades of women’s pain being dismissed, endometriosis operations in Australia have nearly doubled. But some experts warn the system may have swung too far towards dangerous overtreatment.
- Henrietta Cook and Liam Mannix
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- National
‘Very dark place’: Psychologist pays price of vexatious complaints
Complaints to the health regulator from a disgruntled ex-employee who tried to sell tarot card readings to her patients have destroyed Jenna’s mental health and cost thousands in legal fees and higher insurance premiums.
- Charlotte Grieve
Probe into controversial surgeon’s appointment to top Queensland role
The surgeon, who was investigated after complaints over his practice in NSW, will lead a new surgical quality and safety program at Queensland Health.
- Courtney Kruk
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- Healthcare
Sign-stomping surgeon in ‘chilling’ Monique Ryan video ordered into mentoring
The neurosurgeon, who appeared in a viral video showing him stomping on Ryan’s election sign, is to undergo mentoring to improve his communication with patients.
- Henrietta Cook
- Editorial
- Pregnancy
Patchy regulation in the freebirthing sector has put lives at risk
There is a role for doulas in supporting women during pregnancy and childbirth, but clarity on the limits of that role is essential.
- The Age's View
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- Investigations
A picture of arrogance: Disgraced surgeon’s battles with patients revealed
Munjed Al Muderis suffered a devastating defamation loss and now this masthead can reveal a string of court cases and legal settlements involving the disgraced doctor.
- Charlotte Grieve
- Investigation
- Legal Cannabis
Cannabis Inc: Australia’s booming medicinal weed industry
Australia’s medicinal cannabis industry has taken boomed since legalisation in 2016 – but its growth is raising questions for many in the health sector.
Sydney nurse suspended for alleged touching of underage patient
Nathan Kai Wei Pang cannot work as a nurse for three months, but would be able to work with children again provided he met re-education requirements.
- Kayla Olaya