June 23, 1997 * Health and Social Services [to Nov 2005]Health and Social Services Minister Mildred Dover stated today that the government of Prince Edward Island will be appealing the decision of Mr. Justice Armand DesRoches, which requires the Department of Health and Social Services to reinstate Dr. Douglas Ian Cameron's physician payment billing number. According to Justice DesRoches, Dr. Cameron had the right to be recognized as a participant in the Physician Payment Plan as of July 1, 1996 when the PEI College of Physicians and Surgeons reinstated his license. Government will be asking for the Appeal Division to overturn the decision of Justice DesRoches. Additionally, government will be applying for a stay of the order. "Given that the matter is still before the courts, I cannot provide further comment at this time," stated the Minister.Media Contact: Judy Morrison