New ZealandSevered thumb on ice for hoursA man who severed part of his thumb in machinery had to wait eight hours for a hand specialist, who then told him it was too late to reattach it.07 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandRupture case midwife was in earlier complaintSuspended midwife was also the subject of a formal complaint in 2004.31 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandDoctor 'fatigue' led to baby deathA midwife and a doctor have been censured for missing problems which led to the death of a newborn baby girl. Both blamed fatigue and exhaustion for some of their mistakes leading up to her death.27 Feb 03:13 AM
New ZealandPatient fighting to go homeHospital says stroke victim needs specialist care that his partner will not be able to provide - but she disagrees23 Dec 04:30 PM