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NHRC Investigates Deaths Linked to Fake Cardiologist in Madhya Pradesh

Seven patients died after being treated by a man impersonating a UK-based cardiologist at a missionary hospital in Damoh, prompting investigations into alleged malpractice and misuse of government healthcare funds.

The person was using the name “Dr N John Camm”.
An injured person being shifted to a hospital after villagers attacked police personnel in Mauganj, Madhya Pradesh. (Representative image)
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An alleged fake doctor performed heart surgeries on over a dozen patients, leading to seven reported deaths

Overview

  • The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has launched an investigation into the deaths of seven patients at Mission Hospital in Damoh, Madhya Pradesh, allegedly caused by a fake cardiologist.
  • The accused, Narendra Vikramaditya Yadav, impersonated renowned UK cardiologist Professor John Camm to gain patients' trust and provided incorrect treatments between January and February 2025.
  • The hospital is part of the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Yojana, raising concerns about potential misuse of government healthcare funds.
  • An NHRC team will visit Damoh from April 7 to 9 to examine the hospital, interview officials, and gather information from victims' families.
  • Local authorities have also initiated a separate investigation, but Mission Hospital has not yet issued an official response to the allegations.