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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
National
Safi Bugel

Fake doctor who worked in NHS for 20 years found guilty of fraud

Zholia Alemi
Zholia Alemi received income and benefits of more than £1m across her career, the court heard. Photograph: PA

A fraudulent doctor who worked in the NHS for 20 years has been convicted of a “deliberate and wicked deception” after forging a medical degree certificate and practising as a psychiatrist without the necessary qualifications.

Zholia Alemi, who is believed to be 60, worked in hospitals across England, Wales and Scotland and received income and benefits of more than £1m across her career, Manchester crown court heard.

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