Psychiatrist settles years-long dispute with children’s hospital
Dr. Jillian Spencer settled her dispute with Queensland Children's Hospital after suspension in 2023 for publicly criticizing its transgender treatment approach. The hospital acknowledged Spencer's concerns about puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones were grounded in clinical expertise and that clinicians should raise patient safety concerns. Spencer was cleared to practice psychiatry after the investigation ceased.
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Published 17 Jul 2026, 04:43 UTC · Updated 17 Jul 2026, 04:50 UTC
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