Veterinary Surgeons Investigating Committee v Lloyd (Inquiry 1: ‘Chisel' - Findings)

Veterinary Surgeons Investigating Committee sought to have the respondent, a veterinary surgeon, found guilty of professional misconduct. The dispute was heard by the Veterinary Surgeons Disciplinary Tribunal in Victoria. The committee alleged that the respondent had engaged in professional misconduct in several respects, including making false statements and engaging in dishonourable conduct. The tribunal had to decide whether the respondent was guilty of professional misconduct as alleged.

The tribunal examined the evidence and submissions from both parties and considered the applicable professional standards and ethical guidelines. The tribunal found that the respondent had indeed engaged in professional misconduct in relation to several of the allegations. Specifically, the tribunal found that the respondent had made false statements to a colleague and had engaged in dishonourable conduct by using a nickname that was derogatory towards a colleague.

The tribunal concluded that the respondent's conduct was professional misconduct and ordered that the respondent be found guilty of misconduct in a professional respect in relation to the allegations. The tribunal also ordered that this Inquiry be reconvened after the determination of the other three Inquiries for determination of orders pursuant to section 32. The respondent has the right to appeal the decision of the tribunal.