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3-year suspension for psychiatrist who prescribed medication beyond maximum dosage https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapor...on-4918206

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3-year Suspension for Psychiatrist who Prescribed Medication Beyond Maximum Dosage
 
Source: Channel News Asia, published on 2025-02-05 16:57:00
 
Author: Not specified
 
Article Summary:
 
Theme: The article reports on the 36-month suspension of Dr. Ang Yong Guan, a psychiatrist, for professional misconduct related to exceeding maximum medication dosages for a patient.
 
Core Points:
 
- Dr. Ang was found guilty of three counts of professional misconduct related to his prescriptions for a patient, Quek Kiat Siong, who died four days after the last prescription was issued in 2012.
 
- Dr. Ang had prescribed Mirtazapine and Zolpidem Controlled Release (Zolpidem CR) exceeding the maximum dosages for these medications.
 
- The court considered the severity of the potential harm associated with the prescriptions, citing the risk of CNS depression, sedation, and even death.
 
- Dr. Ang failed to inform the patient of the risks involved and did not provide justification for exceeding the maximum dosage limits.
 
- The court emphasized the importance of informed consent and the grave danger posed by Dr. Ang's actions.
 
- The suspension was divided into two parts: a 24-month suspension for the most serious charge and a concurrent 12-month suspension for the other charges.
 
Phenomenon: The article highlights the serious consequences of medical misconduct, particularly when it involves exceeding safe dosage limits and failing to adequately inform patients about the risks associated with treatment. It also emphasizes the importance of professional standards and the need for accountability within the medical field.
 
Additional Information:
 
- Dr. Ang is the assistant secretary-general for the Progress Singapore Party (PSP).
 
- He will not participate in the upcoming General Election.
 
- The Singapore Medical Council (SMC) initially acquitted Dr. Ang, but the Court of Three Judges overturned that decision.

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