Doctor dangerous? 10th grade pass-out ran a clinic for 3 years, treated 70-80 patients daily

Doctor dangerous? 10th grade pass-out ran a clinic for 3 years, treated 70-80 patients daily

etimes.in | Jan 21, 2025, 10.40 PM IST

In an alarming occurrence from Pandharpur, Maharashtra, an individual has been arrested for running a fake clinic for over three years without any medical qualifications. Dattatraya Sadashiv Pawar, a Class 10 pass-out, had been posing as a doctor and treating patients with serious conditions, including diabetes and bone disorders, all while lacking the necessary credentials to practice medicine.

A fraudulent medical practice

According to media sources, including the latest reports by News18 and Mathrubhumi(dot)com, Pawar, who had completed only a brief four-day training in Satara, used this limited knowledge to open his own clinic. For three years, he treated patients without any formal medical training or a valid license. Charging ₹500 per consultation, he was reportedly seeing 70–80 patients daily.

Expanding the fraudulent operations

Not satisfied with operating in Pandharpur alone, Pawar also extended his services to Shegaon, where he continued to pose as a qualified doctor. His clinic grew in popularity, with many locals trusting him for their medical needs, unaware of his lack of credentials.

Exposing the scamAccording to media reports, the truth behind Pawar’s illegal clinic finally came to light after concerned residents raised suspicions about his practices. The health department was alerted, and a raid was conducted with the help of local police and municipal authorities. It was during this raid that it was confirmed that Pawar had no medical license or proper qualifications, leading to his arrest and the closure of his clinic.

Ongoing investigations

As per sources, following the raid, the authorities have launched a full investigation to uncover the full extent of Pawar’s activities. Investigations are also underway to determine if other unlicensed practitioners are operating in the area.

This incident is a strong reminder of why it's so important to check a doctor's qualifications and stay alert to people pretending to be healthcare professionals. It shows the dangers of trusting unqualified practitioners and why we need stricter rules to ensure safety in medical care.