Stephen Cordner
Professor Stephen Cordner is a prominent forensic pediatrician in Australia, known for his critical stance on the diagnosis of shaken baby syndrome, which he argues lacks sufficient scientific grounding for criminal responsibility. He has highlighted that various medical conditions can mimic the symptoms associated with abusive head trauma, advocating for a more cautious and evidence-based approach in child abuse cases.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 22,212 | $1,380,000 | 1,202$ |
| Totals | 1 | 25,499,884 | 22,212 | $1,380,000 | 1,202$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Australia:
Stephen Cordner has raised serious questions about a case involving Jesse Harvey.
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Australia:
Professor Stephen Cordner has called for an inquiry into shaken baby syndrome.
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Australia:
Stephen Cordner observed five problems with the prosecution’s medical evidence against Harvey.
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Australia:
Stephen Cordner called for an inquiry into the science behind shaken baby syndrome.
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Australia:
Professor Stephen Cordner believes the evidence for the diagnosis of shaken baby syndrome does not reach the level required to establish criminal responsibility.
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