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Ep 73. When Nurses Break the Rules 🏛️ ⚖️

August 5, 2024 · 54 min

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Dive into the jaw-dropping saga of a once-trusted nurse who spiraled into controversy, leading to a shocking ban from practice. Discover the untold story in this must-hear episode of the Nursing Australia podcast. What happened? Find out now! 🔍🎧

This special edition of the Nursing Australia podcast unravels the compelling true story of a midwife's journey from trusted professional to controversial figure, banned from practice.

Presented in 2 chapters, we first unpack the case study and it's central protagonist, and later delve into the regulatory process for Australian health professionals, with the help of Nurse & Lawyer Niki Eastwood.


Chapter 1: The Case Study 👶👩‍⚕️ (00:00)

Chapter 2: The Regulatory Process 🏛️ ⚖️ (43:56)


Play along while you listen - The Tribunal findings (founded Allegations):


TRIBUNAL FINDINGS: Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia v Gorner [2024] VCAT


AHPRA NEWS: Privately practising midwife banned for 10 years


Nine News: Melbourne midwife quits after surprise twin homebirth controversy

Mamamia: After successfully delivering twins, midwife Martina was suspended. Now mums are fuming.



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Hosted & Produced by: Matthew St Ledger & Leith Alexander
Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

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