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Ex-Neurosurgeon Investigated for Life-Altering Patient Injuries

1/15/2026

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Sam Eljamel, former head of neurosurgery at Ninewells Hospital in Dundee, is under investigation for allegedly causing life-changing injuries to patients.
A public inquiry is examining his actions, with testimonies from patients expected this autumn.
Iain Jenkins, a former footballer, says Eljamel's 1999 surgery ruined his career and describes the operation as "playing Russian roulette" with his spine.
Eljamel is believed to be operating in Libya after resigning in 2014.

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Sam Eljamel, former head of neurosurgery at Ninewells Hospital in Dundee, is under investigation for allegedly causing life-changing injuries to patients.
A public inquiry is examining his actions, with testimonies from patients expected this autumn.
Iain Jenkins, a former footballer, says Eljamel's 1999 surgery ruined his career and describes the operation as "playing Russian roulette" with his spine.
Eljamel is believed to be operating in Libya after resigning in 2014.