Federal Court Doctor in the canton of Schwyz may no longer work independently
The canton of Schwyz has rightly withdrawn a doctor's license to practice his profession under his own responsibility. The man's conviction for sexual offenses led to a loss of trustworthiness. This was decided by the Federal Supreme Court.
06.11.2025, 13:04
SDA
Following the withdrawal of his license, the 60-year-old may only work as a doctor under the professional responsibility of another doctor, for example as an assistant doctor.
A majority of the judges were of the opinion that the doctor was no longer trustworthy due to his conviction for multiple sexual assaults and defilement. However, trustworthiness is one of the prerequisites for granting the license that has now been revoked.
The complainant committed the offenses against a female patient. The criminal charges brought by two other women did not lead to any convictions. After the criminal proceedings were opened, the canton of Schwyz imposed conditions on the doctor when treating female patients in 2017. These measures applied during the present proceedings.
