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HK doctor's lawyer: Misdiagnosis not misconduct in disability case

A lawyer argued before a Hong Kong medical watchdog that misdiagnosis or incompetence does not constitute professional misconduct. This defense was presented on behalf of Dr. Sit Sou-chi, who is accused of failing to perform necessary checks on a newborn in 2009. The infant, Li Yuanjian, suffered a seizure and was subsequently left with severe disabilities. The prosecution countered that misconduct should be determined by the inquiry panel based on the doctor's performance. AI

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HK doctor's lawyer: Misdiagnosis not misconduct in disability case

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Theodora Yu ·

    Misdiagnosis isn’t misconduct, lawyer for accused doctor tells medical watchdog

    The lawyer for a Hong Kong doctor accused of professional misconduct after a boy in his care was left permanently disabled more than 16 years ago has told the medical watchdog that misdiagnosis or incompetence does not equate to misconduct. But the prosecution representing the Me…