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Queensland Premier Demands Inquiry into Controversial Surgeon Appointment

2/4/2026

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Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has requested an investigation into the appointment of Dr. Michael Byrom as surgical medical lead for Clinical Excellence Queensland.
Dr. Michael Byrom was previously restricted by the New South Wales medical regulator from performing major surgeries.
The Medical Council of New South Wales (NSW) had imposed conditions on Byrom's practice following complaints about post-surgical deaths, according to Dr. Marie Bismark.

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Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has requested an investigation into the appointment of Dr. Michael Byrom as surgical medical lead for Clinical Excellence Queensland.
Dr. Michael Byrom was previously restricted by the New South Wales medical regulator from performing major surgeries.
The Medical Council of New South Wales (NSW) had imposed conditions on Byrom's practice following complaints about post-surgical deaths, according to Dr. Marie Bismark.