The tribunal found his fitness to practice "impaired" and upheld claims that he endangered patients with incorrect diagnoses and unnecessary treatments. It also cited multiple failures in his performance, including maintaining professional standards and patient assessments.
Watt hasn't practiced as a doctor since 2017. His removal from the medical register, scheduled for 28 days after the tribunal's decision, unless appealed, is seen as a relief by patients and families.
However, they express frustration over the years it took for this outcome and the ongoing harm they've endured.