A series of poor choices: 'Caring, diligent and competent' plastic surgeon hit with five-month suspension
Dr. John Te Shao Kao treated a family member over several years for non-urgent conditions. While the services he provided were not covered by public health insurance and he didn't bill the patient, his actions were 'serious and unacceptable,' ruled the Ontario Physicians and Surgeons Discipline Tribunal.
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