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Kanpur Clinic Under Investigation After Fatal Hair Transplants Performed by Unqualified Dentist

Two engineers died within 24 hours of procedures at Empire Clinic, prompting a police search for the absconding dentist and a medical inquiry into clinic operations.

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The first complaint said 39-year-old Vineet Dubey, who was an engineer, underwent the hair transplant surgery at Empire Clinic on March 13. (Pic for representation)
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Overview

  • Dr. Anushka Tiwari, a dentist with no formal hair transplant training, performed surgeries at Empire Clinic, resulting in two deaths from suspected infections.
  • Victims Vineet Dubey and Mayank Katiyar experienced severe complications, including swelling and pain, before dying within a day of their procedures.
  • An FIR has been filed against Dr. Tiwari for negligence under Section 106(1) of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, and police have issued multiple notices as she remains at large.
  • Empire Clinic charged significantly less than standard rates for hair transplants, offering one-day procedures at ₹40,000, compared to the typical ₹1–3 lakh over multiple sessions.
  • A three-member committee led by Kanpur's Chief Medical Officer is investigating the clinic's operations, staff qualifications, and potential regulatory violations.