A man posing as a doctor was apprehended at Mpilo Central Hospital on Tuesday. The suspect, identified as Prosper Mpofu, was caught attending to patients in the outpatient department, raising serious concerns about hospital security and patient safety.
Mpofu’s deception came to light when a patient presented a prescription that contained medications inconsistent with their diagnosis. This discrepancy prompted hospital staff to investigate further, leading to the discovery of Mpofu’s fraudulent activities. He had managed to infiltrate the hospital by donning a white coat and stethoscope, blending in with the legitimate medical staff.
Thabani Ndlovu, one of the patients who interacted with Mpofu, shared his experience. Ndlovu had been referred to the fake doctor by a church mate. His wife, who suffers from a heart condition, was seeking medical help when Mpofu offered his services.
The couple initially joined the queue at the outpatient department but eventually saw a real doctor before Mpofu arrived. Mpofu later showed up and took the couple to a consultation room, where he was apprehended by hospital authorities.
Hospital officials revealed that Mpofu had been posing as a legitimate doctor for an indeterminate period, managing to blend in with the hospital staff until his suspicious behavior led to his arrest.
Authorities are now investigating how Mpofu gained access to the hospital and the full extent of his unauthorized activities.
