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Wrong-Site Surgeries Under Scrutiny | London News
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- Sep 11, 2026
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- 102
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Summary
A damning public inquiry is underway into former neurosurgeon Sam Eljamel, accused of performing wrong-site surgeries—medically known as “never events”—that may have harmed up to 200 patients during his time at Ninewells Hospital. Despite a 2013 RCS review that found he’d allegedly reverted to old habits after claiming improvements, the current investigation digs deeper: examining whether surgeries were missed, if patients were misled, and whether systemic safeguards could prevent such tragedies. As proceedings unfold in Edinburgh, families seek justice—and answers—amid a haunting reminder of how easily human error can unravel when systems fail. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/74139ece070ee6b0