Prosper Mpofu, whose real name is Taurai Prosper Vanhuvaone, made a court appearance before Bulawayo magistrate Nomagugu Maphosa following his arrest for allegedly impersonating a medical professional.
He faces serious charges, including one count of vi0lating the Health Professions Act and two counts of fraud.
The incident that led to his apprehension occurred at Mpilo Central Hospital, where he was found illegally attending to patients in the outpatient department.
Concern arose when hospital staff noticed a patient with a prescription that included medications typically not administered for the individual’s condition.
This discrepancy prompted an internal investigation, ultimately resulting in Mpofu’s arrest.
The authorities are treating the case with urgency, given the implications of a fake doctor operating within a hospital environment.
Mpofu’s actions not only potentially endangered patients but also raised concerns about security and the verification of medical credentials in healthcare settings.
He is scheduled to return to court for a bail hearing tomorrow, where the extent of the charges he faces will be further addressed.
SOURCE : NEWSREPORTZIM.COM
