Doctor euthanizes man, 45, with Crohn’s disease and depression after evaluating him outside Tim Hortons
A Canadian doctor has been investigated for euthanizing a 45-year-old man with Crohn's disease and depression after a brief assessment outside a Tim Hortons. Dr. James MacLean evaluated Thomas Dillon and deemed him eligible for euthanasia under Canada's Medical Assistance in Dying program. The case has raised concerns about the oversight and accountability of the MAID process in Canada.
- ▪Dr. James MacLean assessed Thomas Dillon outside a Tim Hortons and found him eligible for euthanasia.
- ▪Dillon was euthanized in June 2024 after exchanging numerous messages with MacLean about the procedure.
- ▪The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario cautioned MacLean but did not revoke his medical license, imposing strict restrictions instead.
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World News Doctor euthanizes man, 45, with Crohn’s disease and depression after evaluating him outside Tim Hortons By Anthony Blair Published May 27, 2026, 3:22 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google A Canadian doctor euthanized a 45-year-old patient suffering from inflammatory bowel disease and depression after a quick assessment outside a Tim Hortons, according to officials. Dr. James MacLean, from London, Ontario, was investigated following allegations he improperly administered Canada’s controversial Medical Assistance in Dying to Thomas Dillon, the National Post reported.
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