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Anaesthetist Faces Tribunal Over Antisemitic Social Media Posts

1/8/2026

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Dr. Najmiah Ahmad, a consultant anaesthetist, faces Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service allegations over antisemitic posts.
The tribunal heard Ahmad reposted offensive comments suggesting Jewish control of the US government and media.
During the hearing, she acknowledged her posts were harmful and accepted the connection between Zionism and Jewish identity.
Ahmad said she used social media to research Zionism and has since undergone training, and the tribunal proceedings are ongoing.

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Dr. Najmiah Ahmad, a consultant anaesthetist, faces Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service allegations over antisemitic posts.
The tribunal heard Ahmad reposted offensive comments suggesting Jewish control of the US government and media.
During the hearing, she acknowledged her posts were harmful and accepted the connection between Zionism and Jewish identity.
Ahmad said she used social media to research Zionism and has since undergone training, and the tribunal proceedings are ongoing.