Woman Dies During Unauthorized Surgery in New York City
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Health
April 18, 2025 19:42
new york city - Tragic death of a 31-year-old woman during illegal surgery by fake doctor in New York City. Unauthorized procedure led to poisoning and heart failure.
Unauthorized Surgery Leads to Tragic Death
A 31-year-old woman from New York City passed away after an unauthorized surgery to remove buttock implants resulted in poisoning and heart failure.
Fake Doctor Arrested
Felipe Hoyos-Foronda, posing as a plastic surgeon without proper credentials, attempted the procedure causing the woman's health to deteriorate rapidly.
Legal Actions Taken
- Woman suffered cardiac arrest and brain death during the treatment on March 28.
- The fake doctor, formerly a physician in Colombia, was apprehended at John F. Kennedy International Airport trying to flee after the victim's death.
Family Left in Grief
The victim, leaving behind two young children, was anesthetized with lidocaine during the procedure conducted at the suspect's residence.
Despite immediate medical attention at Mount Sinai Hospital in Queens, her condition worsened, leading to her demise on April 11.
Family expresses shock over the incident, as the victim trusted the fake doctor based on a friend's recommendation.