Epworth Hospital

Company

Last mentioned: Feb 23, 2026

Timeline

  1. Government Briefing

    The Victorian Premier and police are alerted to the complaints against Dr. Simon Gordon.

  2. Inquiry Announced

    Victorian health watchdog confirms a formal investigation into Epworth Hospital governance.

  3. Expected Review Phase

    Watchdog to begin reviewing internal hospital records and patient clinical outcomes.

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Victorian Watchdog Probes Epworth Governance Amid Specialist Misconduct Claims

The Victorian health watchdog has launched a formal inquiry into the governance structures of Epworth Hospital following a series of complaints against endometriosis specialist Dr. Simon Gordon. The investigation will examine clinical oversight failures and the hospital's response to patient safety concerns that have now prompted police involvement.

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