Dr Sanjay CHATTERJEE

The tribunal will inquire into the allegation that, on 5 May 2021, during a consultation with Patient A, Dr Chatterjee undertook an inappropriate vaginal examination and failed to obtain informed consent. It is alleged that Dr Chatterjee’s actions were sexually motivated. It is also alleged that Dr Chatterjee failed to obtain informed consent in respect of a rectal examination.

It is further alleged that, on 11 April 2017, at Sevenoaks Magistrates’ Court, Dr Chatterjee was convicted of failing without reasonable excuse to comply with notification requirements in respect of travel and failing to register a new passport. It is alleged that Dr Chatterjee was sentenced to 84 days’ imprisonment, suspended for 12 months and an Unpaid Work Requirement of 200 hours to be completed within 12 months.

This reflects the allegation as it stands at the start of the hearing. The allegation may be amended as the hearing proceeds and when findings of fact are made by the tribunal.

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