Tasmanian doctor Artyom Avetisyan's death sparks calls for policy review
Tasmanian doctor Artyom Avetisyan, a beloved cardiothoracic surgery registrar at Royal Hobart Hospital, died in a car crash on June 12. Colleagues are urging a review of fatigue management policies amid concerns about the impact of long working hours. His death has highlighted ongoing issues faced by medical staff in the strained health system.
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Published 28 Jun 2026, 19:29 UTC · Updated 28 Jun 2026, 19:40 UTC
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