A Newfoundland Supreme Court judge has decided that a Canadian doctor should be extradited to the U.S. to face murder charges.

Dr. Shirley Turner is charged with killing her former boyfriend in Pennsylvania last November.

Turner fought to maintain her composure in the courtroom as the judge gave his decision. She crossed her arms and then unfolded them to wipe away tears.

Dr. Shirley Turner

Chief Justice Derek Green said there is enough evidence to extradite Turner to the U.S to face a trial.

Outside the courtroom Turner's lawyer, Randy Piercey, said he'll appeal the judge's decision.

"I'm disappointed. It's a real hard thing to win an extradition case. I took some comfort from the way he phrased his decision. He's saying 'It's not a real strong case and I regret that I have to commit you.'"

Dr. Andrew Bagby was killed in Pennsylvania more than a year ago. Both he and Turner graduated from Memorial University's medical school in the late 1990s. They then moved as a couple to the United States.

Last fall, Bagby broke up with Turner. Shortly after, Bagby was found dead in a state park. He'd been shot five times.

Turner is in now in custody in Newfoundland, pending bail.

This summer she gave birth to what she claims is Bagby's child.

The judge asked for assurances the baby will be cared for properly.

Unless an appeal is granted, Justice Minister Martin Cauchon now has 90 days to decide if Turner should be extradited.

As a condition of her extradition, the U.S. courts will have to promise not to seek the death penalty if Turner is found guilty.