Famed NJ doc from Burlco loses license over drinking problem

MEDFORD » Dr. William Manion has appeared on “Anderson Cooper 360” dishing on George Zimmerman and offered insight on “Fox & Friends” about the Casey Anthony case.

But the famed pathologist from Medford will be taking a back seat to his drinking.

Manion surrendered his medical license last month after suffering two relapses in alcohol use, according to a copy of a consent order from the State Board of Medical Examiners. The doctor, who was a pathology director at Virtua Health System and Memorial Hospital of Salem County, had relapses in November 2017 and this past January,

the order states.

Manion, who was also an assistant Burlington County medical examiner, was required to abstain from drinking alcohol since he has been a participant in the Alternative Resolution Program since November 2014, documents show.

According to the order, Manion agreed to surrender his license on March 8 for an indefinite suspension. He must present a demonstration of fitness to the board if he was ever to regain his medical privileges.

The doctor did not return a message seeking comment.

Manion was a regular on the national TV circuit. His website lists that he has appeared on “The Nancy Grace Show,” “Anderson Cooper

360” on CNN, “Fox & Friends,” “20/20,” and “Dr. Oz” discussing the death and autopsy findings of Princess Diana.

Other notable appearances included providing expert testimony on the suicide of actor Robin Williams and talking about the autopsy of singer Whitney Houston on “Inside Edition.”

“I possess over 30 years experience as a pathologist and medical examiner,” Manion said on his profile. “My broad training background allows me to quickly evaluate potential medical malpractice cases, asbestos/toxic tort cases, drug overdose, pain and suffering, life expectancy, Dram Shop and DUI cases. I also provide criminal defense or plaintiff testimony in homicide cases.”