Doctor attends trial on Zoom while performing surgery

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A doctor in the United States drew concern after he attended a virtual traffic trial while in the operating room.

Scott Douglas Green, a plastic surgeon, showed up in his scrubs and a mask during his scheduled courtroom appearance last Thursday, Feb. 25, The Sacramento Bee reported. Behind him were surgical lights and other equipment, and a patient out of the frame.

The courtroom clerk was caught by surprise when he saw Green and asked him first if he was available.

“I am, sir,” Green said. “Yes, I’m in an operating room right now. I’m available for trial. Go right ahead.”

Sacramento superior court commissioner Gary Link then took over while in his courtroom at the Carol …

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