Law

St. John’s medical resident, Dr. Etienne Archambault, who also discussed the use of the medications to support athletics, has been ordered to pay a fine.

The court highlighted the importance of physicians disclosing all risks associated with a multi-step treatment plan before proceeding.

St. John’s psychiatrist, Dr. Hugh Mirolo, who did not comply with conditions placed on his liscense, was charged $10,000.

Hamilton pediatrician Dr. Moyez Ladhani, who disposed of a colleague’s medical records, has been suspended for two months.

The lawsuit claims the actions of all the defendants named led to the woman’s death.

Appeal court ruled that applying a lower standard based on the doctor’s rural location was an error of law.

Carrie Smith, of Digby, N.S., spoke out against a change in legislation she believes is too broad in giving the province access to patient health information.

The 26-year-old visited the ER the day before she died but the court sided with doctors.