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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Recent news mentions
Stephen Cordner has raised serious questions about a case involving Jesse Harvey.
Legal reversals and landmark US court decision won’t change prosecutions
Australia· 2025-12-01
Professor Stephen Cordner has called for an inquiry into shaken baby syndrome.
Top lawyer calls for reform of forensic medical agenciesAustralia· 2025-11-02
Stephen Cordner observed five problems with the prosecution’s medical evidence against Harvey.
Expert calls for broad inquiry into the science of shaken baby syndromeAustralia· 2025-11-01
Stephen Cordner called for an inquiry into the science behind shaken baby syndrome.
How a dad was acquitted after 18 days in court, seven years of sufferingAustralia· 2025-10-26
Professor Stephen Cordner believes the evidence for the diagnosis of shaken baby syndrome does not reach the level required to establish criminal responsibility.
This man just had his execution halted because his conviction might be based on ‘junk science’Australia· 2025-10-11
