Indian-origin cancer specialist banned from practising in UK says, 'I will never work...'

Shamir Chandran, an oncologist formerly employed at a Newcastle hospital, has been removed from the UK medical register following a tribunal's decision. The tribunal deemed his criminal conviction a significant risk to the public, prohibiting him from practicing medicine in the United Kingdom.

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I don't care anymore about the proceedings, as my career has already been destroyed. I am utterly disgusted with the way I have been treated in the UK and I will never work in that country again. They treated me like a common criminal without giving any regard to what I had to say and the impact of what they were doing.

Chandran was convicted in November on two counts of controlling and coercive behavior and one count of cruelty to a minor under 16. He received a four-year prison sentence. The Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service (MPTS) ordered his erasure from the medical register, a sanction more severe than mere dismissal from his position.

According to reports, Chandran absconded from the UK and did not appear for his criminal trial at Carlisle Crown Court or the subsequent disciplinary proceedings. Cumbria Police have confirmed an outstanding warrant for his arrest. The tribunal characterized the offenses as serious, involving repeated actions against vulnerable individuals and elements of premeditation, including financial exploitation through intimidation.

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The tribunal considered that there was a real risk of him harming someone in the future.

In its findings, the MPTS noted Chandran's apparent lack of understanding regarding the gravity of his actions and their impact. The tribunal stated there was a substantial risk of him causing harm in the future. Allowing him to continue practicing medicine, the tribunal concluded, would severely undermine public trust in the profession.

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It was directed towards people who were vulnerable and involved elements of premeditation - seeking financial gain from [his victim] through intimidation.

Emails submitted as evidence revealed Chandran's strong criticism of his treatment in Britain, asserting his medical career was ruined. He expressed disgust with the UK's judicial process, claiming he was treated like a criminal without his perspective being considered. He stated unequivocally, "I will never work in that country again." Chandran resigned from his NHS role and left the UK following action by the General Medical Council (GMC). He indicated he could not assist with proceedings as he was not working and had moved into private business while attempting to rebuild his life. However, the tribunal found no evidence of accepted responsibility or steps taken to address his conduct.

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Due to the GMC action, I had to resign (from) my job and leave the UK. I don't know how I can help with these proceedings now, as I am not working at present.