CASE SUMMARIES

Fitness to practise - CS101905

A final-year medical student shared with the provider that they were seeing a psychotherapist for help with complex mental health issues. The provider was made aware of concerns about the student’s fitness for practise, related to a breach of patient boundaries, and drug use. The student interrupted their studies. After a year, the student presented evidence that their mental health had improved and asked to be able to sit their final exams.

Consumer rights issues - CS041907

A group of students were studying for a professional Postgraduate Diploma. They complained about the teaching, a lack of resources and poor communication.