Damoh (Madhya Pradesh), April 5 (ANI): In a chilling case of medical malpractice and identity fraud, authorities in Madhya Pradesh’s Damoh district are investigating a fake doctor, identified as Narendra Vikramaditya Yadav, who allegedly impersonated a renowned British cardiologist named Dr. N John Kem and performed unauthorized heart surgeries at a Christian missionary hospital, resulting in at least seven patient deaths.
🩺 What Happened:
- The accused joined the private missionary hospital in Damoh under the alias Dr. N John Kem, claiming to be a foreign-trained cardiologist.
- Within a month, seven patients reportedly died following surgeries performed by the impostor.
- Concerned families and whistleblowers raised suspicions, prompting a district-level probe.
⚠️ Identity Revealed:
- The man was not a licensed medical professional.
- Real name: Narendra Vikramaditya Yadav
- Past Allegations: Previously accused in Hyderabad of impersonation and fraud; known to have faked documents and used photoshopped images with public figures, including UP CM Yogi Adityanath.
🧾 Investigation Underway:
- District officials, including SP Abhishek Tiwari and Collector Sudhir Kochar, confirmed that all hospital records and documents had been seized for inspection.
- The hospital is allegedly linked with the Ayushman Bharat scheme, raising further concern over government funds being misused.
Priyank Kanoongo, NHRC member:
“This is a serious complaint. We’re investigating the link between the fake doctor and the Ayushman Bharat funds claimed by the missionary hospital.”
🔍 Whistleblower Insight:
- Advocate Deepak Tiwari, who heads the Child Welfare Committee in the district, filed the original complaint.
- Tiwari noted that multiple patients had suspicious outcomes post-surgery, and some families sought second opinions, ultimately exposing the fraud.
🧠 Broader Implications:
- Raises questions about hospital hiring practices, especially in semi-rural areas.
- Concerns mounting over public health schemes being exploited by fraudsters.
- Brings renewed urgency to regulating private healthcare and verifying medical credentials.
Authorities have not confirmed the total number of casualties, with some officials suggesting the death toll could be much higher than reported. The investigation is ongoing, and charges are expected to follow under criminal, medical, and fraud-related laws.
(ANI)
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