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Anesthesiologist Abandons Surgery for Nurse, Faces Tribunal

9/14/2025

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Dr. Suhail Anjum, a 44-year-old anesthesiologist, left a patient mid-surgery for sexual activity with a nurse at Tameside Hospital in September 2023.
He requested a "comfort break" during gall bladder surgery, leaving another nurse to monitor the patient.
A colleague found them in a compromising position, prompting a report.
Anjum admitted his actions, citing personal struggles and expressed remorse for the risk posed to the patient.
A medical tribunal is evaluating his fitness to practice medicine.

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Story summary

Dr. Suhail Anjum, a 44-year-old anesthesiologist, left a patient mid-surgery for sexual activity with a nurse at Tameside Hospital in September 2023.
He requested a "comfort break" during gall bladder surgery, leaving another nurse to monitor the patient.
A colleague found them in a compromising position, prompting a report.
Anjum admitted his actions, citing personal struggles and expressed remorse for the risk posed to the patient.
A medical tribunal is evaluating his fitness to practice medicine.