Radio Psychiatrist Suspended for Medical Infraction

A well-known Quebec psychiatrist with a popular phone-in radio show has been suspended by the Quebec College of Physicians for "putting the protection of the public in danger".  Dr. Pierre Mailloux, commonly known as "Doc" to his radio fans, was charged with over-prescribing psychiatric medication to two patients at a hospital in the Trois-Rivieres area near Montreal as well as "unprofessional conduct" with respect to the medical, personal, and professional advice that he gave out during his show.

Dr. Mailloux has come under fire in the past for making controversial statements on his show including pronouncements on the intelligence level of blacks and the use of castration for sex offenders.  During the course of his suspension period, he will be unable to prescribe medication or bill the province for medical services.  He is expected to appeal the decision. 

More information on the ruling can be found here.