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Radiographer Removed from Register for Patient Misconduct

4/8/2026

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Radiographer Melbin Thankachan has been removed from the health care professionals register after misconduct at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool.
The misconduct involved failing to consult patients and parents before procedures, including pulling down a patient’s shorts.
Colleagues raised concerns about his communication skills and understanding of English.
He admitted the allegations in January 2026 after an August 2023 interim suspension.
He must complete full remediation to regain registration.

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Story summary

Radiographer Melbin Thankachan has been removed from the health care professionals register after misconduct at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool.
The misconduct involved failing to consult patients and parents before procedures, including pulling down a patient’s shorts.
Colleagues raised concerns about his communication skills and understanding of English.
He admitted the allegations in January 2026 after an August 2023 interim suspension.
He must complete full remediation to regain registration.