A senior doctor faces a medical tribunal. Dr. Suhail Anjum is 44 years old. He is from Pakistan. The hearing involves shocking allegations. He left a patient alone during surgery. This happened at Tameside Hospital in Greater Manchester.
The Shameful Incident: A Patient Abandoned
The incident occurred in September 2023. Dr. Anjum was leading a gallbladder surgery. It was a keyhole procedure. The patient was under general anaesthetic. This is a critical state. Anjum allegedly left the operating theatre. He abandoned his patient for approximately eight minutes.
“Compromising Position” Discovery
A colleague discovered Dr. Anjum. He was found in a nearby operation theatre. The colleague found him in a “compromising position.” He was engaged in sexual activity with a nurse. This left the patient unattended during surgery.
Doctor Admits to Misconduct
During the recent hearing, Dr. Anjum admitted his actions. He confessed to leaving the surgery. More so he stated he left specifically to engage in sexual activity. He also admitted he knew the nurse would be in the nearby theatre. This was a conscious decision to abandon his duty.
Serious Breach of Medical Trust
Leaving a patient under anaesthetic is a severe breach. It poses a grave risk to patient safety. The medical tribunal is reviewing the case. Dr. Anjum’s actions represent a clear violation of medical ethics. He betrayed the trust placed in him by his patient and team.
What Happens Next?
The medical tribunal continues its hearing. They will decide on the appropriate consequence. Dr. Anjum’s future as a medical professional is at stake. The case has sent shockwaves through the medical community. It underscores the absolute priority of patient safety.
