Medical doctor reported to police for moaning while examining female patient

A medical doctor based in Calabar has been reported to the police for unprofessional conduct as he allegedly moaned as he examined a naked 15-year-old patient in his clinic.

The doctor, identified as Samuel, has been arrested and is now facing a charge of sexual assault,

It was learnt that the doctor fondled the victim’s breasts on October 22, 2021, while on admission for three days at his clinic in Calabar.

The suspect allegedly requested the victim to strip before an examination, a request which the victim found strange for an ailment related to breathing difficulties.

According to a petition filed by the principal counsel for the Basic Rights Counsel Initiative, James Ibor, and addressed to the state Commissioner of Police, Aminu Alhassan, Samuel noticed the victim’s hesitation and told her to comply for an effective examination.

“According to our client, Dr Samuel led her into his consulting room and instructed her to totally undress, but when she hesitated, he insisted and said all doctors who examine or check a patient with difficulty in breathing require the patient to fully undress for proper examination.

“He then assisted her to pull her clothing. He thereafter placed a stethoscope on her chest several times and after a few minutes dropped it and leaned his weight on her and started groping her breast while moaning.

“The assault continued through the three days she was on admission at the hospital. Sir, we trust you will use your good offices to investigate this case in the interest of public safety and ensure that justice is served.”

Ibor urged the police to investigate the case and ensure that justice was served.

It was learnt that the suspect was arrested by the police on Wednesday.