Daniel Vigo
Daniel Vigo is a psychiatrist, psychologist, and public-health specialist serving as the chief scientific adviser for psychiatry, toxic drugs, and concurrent disorders in British Columbia. Appointed in June 2023, he is tasked with improving care for individuals facing complex challenges such as severe mental illness and addiction. Recently, he gained attention for issuing new guidance to clinicians regarding the involuntary treatment of patients under the Mental Health Act, aiming to clarify the criteria for such care amidst concerns about inconsistent applications of the law.
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Daniel Vigo, B.C.’s chief scientific adviser for psychiatry, aims to clarify when a person can be involuntarily treated under the Mental Health Act.
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