Police end investigation into gynaecologist Simon Gordon over surgeries

Victoria Police has dropped its investigation into gynaecologist Simon Gordon, who is accused of performing unnecessary surgeries on women.

Earlier this year, Four Corners revealed allegations the renowned surgeon repeatedly removed tissue and organs from women for “severe” endometriosis, when pathology showed little trace of the disease. Dr Gordon retired from practice shortly after Epworth Hospital, where he worked, discovered in October 2025 that Four Corners was investigating him. He has maintained he always acted ethically and responsibly, telling the ABC earlier this year he “never performed surgery to treat endometriosis or any other condition unless I was absolutely convinced it was in the patient’s best interest and to improve their overall quality of life”.

Then-premier Jacinta Allan referred allegations against Dr Gordon to Victoria Police in February, but police are not proceeding with an investigation. However, the Medical Board of Australia, which registers medical practitioners and develops standards, has since determined the allegations AHPRA had been investigating against Dr Gordon warranted consideration by an independent tribunal, and referred the matter to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT).