Indian-origin doctor

  • Dr. Jayant Patel: Indian-Origin Surgeon Dismisses Fatal Medical Scandal That Earned Him "Doctor Death" Title

    Dr. Jayant Patel: Indian-Origin Surgeon Dismisses Fatal Medical Scandal That Earned Him "Doctor Death" Title

    Nov 14, 2025 10:51 pm CST

    Former surgeon Jayant Patel, once dubbed "Doctor Death" following multiple patient fatalities at Australia's Bundaberg Hospital, recently broke his silence after nearly two decades. When confronted by reporters, the 75-year-old Indian-origin doctor displayed remarkable detachment, claiming to have "completely forgot" about the scandal that resulted in manslaughter convictions that were later overturned. This article explores Patel's controversial medical history, legal battles, and current life in the United States.

  • Indian-Origin Doctor Sentenced to 14 Years for $2.4 Million Healthcare Fraud and Illegal Oxycodone Distribution

    Indian-Origin Doctor Sentenced to 14 Years for $2.4 Million Healthcare Fraud and Illegal Oxycodone Distribution

    Sep 27, 2025 12:40 am CST

    An Indian-origin physician, Neil K Anand, has been sentenced to 168 months in prison after orchestrating a complex $2.4 million healthcare fraud involving medically unnecessary "Goody Bags" of prescriptions and illegal oxycodone distribution. The Pennsylvania doctor must also pay over $4 million in restitution and forfeiture after attempting to hide proceeds through family accounts.