Investigation Opens Into Dawson Creek Hospital Gynec surgeries
The Northern Health Authority has launched a probe into gynecological surgeries at Dawson Creek and District Hospital after a patient needed transfer to Vancouver for bladder injury. Two major incidents in six months prompt review under Section 51 of the Provincial Evidence Act, with patients' records potentially examined while public release of findings remains uncertain.
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Local care remains strong at Dawson Creek hospital
Dawson Creek and District Hospital chief of staff Dr. Leroy Erickson defends local health service quality amid recent negative hospital coverage. He cites skilled local physicians, notes reorganization limits local health administration, and outlines reviews of cases involving Dr. Kenneth Graham, including a bladder injury in a surgery. He warns against losing obstetrical and gynecological services to distant cities.
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Dawson Creek and District Hospital
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The
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Dawson Creek
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