Quebec doctor admits to botching circumcisions

MONTREAL – A Montreal doctor has admitted to botching more than 30 circumcisions on babies dating back to 2010.

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The procedures took place at the Alpha Clinic on Guy Street.

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Dr. Raymond Rezaie faces 31 complaints related to circumcisions done between 2010 and 2013.

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The Quebec College of Physicians found that many of the babies suffered major complications and had to undergo corrective surgery.

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The College and the defence have both recommended that Rezaie be suspended for one month and pay a $20,000 fine.