Saskatchewan Doctor's License Permanently Revoked After Grave Professional Misconduct

In a deeply troubling development that underscores the critical importance of professional boundaries in medicine, an Estevan physician, Dr. Mehdi Horri, has had his license to practice medicine permanently revoked by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS).

The drastic measure comes after a disciplinary committee found Dr.

Horri guilty of professional misconduct, stemming from an inappropriate relationship with a patient who was vulnerable and seeking medical help for her mental health. The patient, identified as Patient A, initially consulted Dr. Horri for anxiety, depression, and other personal issues, establishing a clear patient-physician relationship.

However, the committee's findings revealed a shocking betrayal of trust: a romantic and sexual relationship developed between Dr.

Horri and Patient A during her treatment. This egregious violation of ethical standards and professional conduct led to the severest possible penalty from the regulatory body.

The College’s investigation brought to light the details of how the professional relationship deteriorated into a personal one.

Patient A had been prescribed medication by Dr. Horri for her mental health conditions, creating a power imbalance that made her particularly susceptible to exploitation. The disciplinary panel emphasized that such relationships are inherently exploitative and compromise the integrity of the medical profession.

Beyond the revocation of his license, Dr.

Horri has also been ordered to pay a fine of $10,000 and cover the substantial costs of the disciplinary proceedings, totaling $25,000. These financial penalties accompany the professional exile, sending a clear message about the consequences of such serious misconduct.

This is not Dr. Horri's first encounter with the College’s disciplinary process.

He had previously faced a 16-month suspension in 2022 due to professional misconduct involving inappropriate communication with two other patients. That prior suspension, which concluded in March 2024, included conditions for his return to practice, such as undergoing ethical training and practicing under supervision.

However, the subsequent findings regarding Patient A demonstrated a failure to adhere to professional standards.

The permanent revocation of Dr. Horri’s license serves as a stark reminder of the profound responsibility and trust placed in medical professionals. It highlights the unwavering commitment of regulatory bodies like the CPSS to uphold patient safety and maintain the highest ethical standards within the healthcare system, ensuring that public confidence in medical practitioners remains paramount.