Jailed Surgeon Ian Paterson Refuses to Attend Patient Death Inquests

Ian Paterson, serving a 20-year sentence, claims bias in the coroner's investigation into the deaths of 62 former patients.

Ian Paterson, convicted in 2017 for wounding patients, is required to give evidence at inquests into the deaths of his former patients but has refused to attend.
The inquests, which began with the case of Chloe Nikitas, aim to determine if Paterson's controversial procedures contributed to patient deaths.
Paterson's 'cleavage-sparing mastectomy' left breast tissue behind, increasing the risk of cancer recurrence, affecting over 1,000 patients.
Coroner Richard Foster emphasized the importance of Paterson's testimony for the families seeking answers, despite Paterson's claims of unfair proceedings.
The inquests will examine potential systemic failures in hospital management and regulatory oversight during Paterson's practice.