A nurse practitioner in Kamloops, British Columbia, is under investigation for alleged sexual misconduct after a complaint detailed an inappropriate encounter with a patient in August. Lori Chern, who operates a practice called RN Collaborate, is accused of inviting a male patient to sit on her couch, caressing his arm while taking his blood pressure, and complimenting his physique.
According to the complaint filed with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives, Chern then inquired about the patient's sex life, stating that "sex was very important for a man to regulate himself and be in good health." She allegedly offered to have sex with the patient and, after he declined, told him he could contact her outside of work if he changed his mind.
The patient had reportedly sought Chern's services for a medical assessment and paperwork required for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. He claimed that Chern did not complete the necessary forms, stating her Medical Services Plan number was not functioning.
Chern's LinkedIn profile indicates her practice focuses on men over 40, and her social media often features videos discussing medical practices, including testosterone injections. The investigation into the allegations is ongoing, and practice restrictions have been imposed on Chern by the provincial nursing regulator.
The allegations against Chern have not been proven.