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A Cuban doctor who works in Brazil's public health system has been accused of sexually abusing a 69-year-old patient during a consultation.
The events occurred on September 30th of last year. The doctor is part of the Mais Médicos Program, which is implemented by the government of Lula da Silva in partnership with Cuba.
According to the victim's account, upon entering the consultation, she complained about her health and mentioned that she was a widow. The doctor, for his part, looked at her "differently" and started to stroke her hands while saying that he would like to have a relationship with a Brazilian woman.
According to the complaint, the doctor began to kiss her and then pulled down her pants. He then took out his erect penis and pulled the woman onto his lap. Although there was no penetration, the man ejaculated. The abuse ended when someone knocked on the door.
Finally, the doctor gave the patient a note with his phone number.
She left the health center scared and decided to report it to the police. But before that, she received a message on her phone from the doctor calling her "love" and asking to borrow 84,000 reais to bring his daughter from Cuba, promising that he would pay her back soon.
The Civil Police of the Federal District (PCDF) is in charge of the investigation of the case, which occurred in the administrative region of Samambaia. The identity of the doctor has not been disclosed.
The Secretary of Health informed Metrópoles that upon receiving the complaint, it took immediate measures to ensure the patient's safety.
"The user was quickly received, and the professional was immediately removed from the unit. The Secretariat also formally filed a request for a precautionary suspension of the professional with the Technical Referent of the Ministry of Health. The Health Department is fully cooperating with the competent authorities to adequately investigate the facts," the note specifies.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Case of the Cuban Doctor Accused of Sexual Abuse in Brazil
What is known about the Cuban doctor accused in Brazil?
A Cuban doctor participating in the Mais Médicos Program in Brazil has been accused of sexually assaulting a 69-year-old patient during a consultation. The incident occurred in the administrative region of Samambaia, and the identity of the doctor has not been disclosed.
How did the authorities respond after the complaint against the Cuban doctor?
Brazilian health authorities took immediate action following the complaint. The doctor was removed from his position, and a precautionary suspension was requested from the Ministry of Health. The Civil Police of the Federal District is in charge of the investigation.
What is the Mais Médicos Program in Brazil?
The Mais Médicos Program is an initiative by the Brazilian government aimed at improving access to healthcare in underserved areas. It includes the hiring of foreign doctors, many of whom are Cuban, to work in the Brazilian public health system.
How does this case relate to other issues within the Cuban healthcare system?
The case of the Cuban doctor in Brazil highlights broader issues within the Cuban healthcare system, such as the export of professionals amid a crisis of resources and personnel on the island. Cuban doctors face challenging working conditions both in Cuba and abroad.
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