A doctor’s office in the state of Victoria has been raided by the Department of Health (DOH) officials over allegations the practice provided vaccine exemptions without valid reasoning. At least four personnel from the DOH seized confidential patient records in the North Sunshine medical practice on Nov. 10. A DOH spokesman said allegations regarding the medical practice had been reported to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). “While the regulation of general practitioners is a matter for federal authorities, we will always protect Victorians and Victoria’s health system from fraudulent practice,” he told The Age. “We’re investigating reports of a small number of GPs issuing false vaccination certificates and exemptions, and we’re working together with relevant enforcement agencies to ensure swift action is taken.” The practice’s doctor, Dr Mark Hobart, said it was an “intimidating” experience as at least four DOH officers seized confidential patient records along with an …