An acclaimed NHS heart surgeon has been revealed as a serial sexual predator who allegedly abused his prestigious position to assault vulnerable patients and junior colleagues over several years.
Consultant cardiothoracic surgeon Shyam Kolvekar, 58, celebrated for his expertise and media appearances, now stands accused of multiple counts of sexual assault against women under his care at University College Hospital in London.
A Wolf in Surgeon's Clothing
Kolvekar's distinguished career masked a pattern of predatory behaviour that allegedly included:
- Groping female patients during consultations
- Making inappropriate sexual remarks to vulnerable women
- Assaulting junior staff members in hospital settings
- Exploiting his authority to intimidate victims into silence
Systemic Failures in Patient Protection
The case has exposed alarming gaps in NHS safeguarding protocols. Despite multiple complaints spanning years, Kolvekar continued practicing without meaningful intervention until recently being suspended.
One victim courageously reported: "He made me feel completely powerless. When someone in that position of trust does something so violating, it destroys your faith in the entire system."
Institutional Response and Ongoing Investigation
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has confirmed Kolvekar's suspension while investigations continue. The case has prompted urgent reviews of patient protection measures across NHS trusts.
Detective Inspector James Bowman of the Metropolitan Police emphasised: "We are treating these allegations with utmost seriousness and encourage any other potential victims to come forward."
The scandal has sent shockwaves through the medical community, raising serious questions about how predatory behaviour could go unchecked in one of Britain's most prestigious medical institutions.
