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Over 100 Banned EU Doctors Continue Practicing Amid Scandal

10/3/2025

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Over 100 doctors in the European Union (EU) continue to practice despite being struck off for serious misconduct, including sexual assault; cases include Iuliu Stan and Ajit Pothen.
An investigation revealed banned doctors relocate or receive new licenses, masking histories from regulators and patients.
EU's warning system to track banned doctors is ineffective, with member states struggling to use it.

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Story summary

Over 100 doctors in the European Union (EU) continue to practice despite being struck off for serious misconduct, including sexual assault; cases include Iuliu Stan and Ajit Pothen.
An investigation revealed banned doctors relocate or receive new licenses, masking histories from regulators and patients.
EU's warning system to track banned doctors is ineffective, with member states struggling to use it.