A general practitioner has been suspended for 6 months and fined
$3,000 for inappropriately prescribing medication to his
patients.
In particular, the Disciplinary Committee of the Singapore
Medical Council found Dr Ang Teo Kiang didn't exercising diligence
and care by regularly prescribing benzodiazepines, a class of
anti-anxiety drug, to patients.
His action contributed to the patients' physical and
psychological dependence on the drugs.
The Council held a disciplinary inquiry in July against Dr Ang
after a police report was lodged against him.
69 year old Dr Ang practices at Ang Clinic, at Block 163 Ang Mo
Kio Avenue 4.
He pleaded guilty to 23 charges.
His 6-month suspension took effect on the 31st of July.
--938Live