Peter Idahosa, a Nigerian doctor who is based in Alberta, has been suspended for writing prescriptions that are not proper to self-medicate.
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta’s website revealed that Idahosa admitted to being unprofessional by writing several prescriptions for himself using the names of colleagues without their knowledge or consent.
Idahosa’s licence has been suspended for six months due to his actions and four months must be served while two are subject to compliance with court orders.
Part of the statement on the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta’s website read: “He must undergo a multi-disciplinary assessment at his own expense, to address the factors which led to the unprofessional conduct.
“Dr Idahosa’s permit will be subject to any practice conditions recommended from the assessment.
“He is also responsible for the full costs of the investigation and hearing (final amount still to be determined).”
According to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta’s register history, Idahosa obtained his medical degree from the University of Benin in 1996 and started general practice in November 2015.
