Doctor struck off register for false death cert declarations
Singaporean doctor Sebastian Kwan Yann Haur has been struck off the medical register for falsely declaring he had examined bodies before issuing death certificates. The court cited his dishonesty and lack of remorse as primary reasons for the permanent removal.
Why it matters
Underscores the importance of professional ethics and integrity in medical practice, particularly regarding legal documentation.
Sebastian Kwan Yann Haur was originally handed a three-year suspension in 2025 by the Singapore Medical Council disciplinary tribunal.
The report is a straightforward account of a legal and professional disciplinary proceeding.
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