Kuwait Arrests Azerbaijani Woman Over Unlicensed Home Clinic

KUWAIT CITY, Aug. 17: Kuwait’s Criminal Security Sector has arrested an Azerbaijani resident accused of practicing medicine without a license and operating an unauthorized medical clinic from her home in Jaber Al-Ahmad City, the Ministry of Interior said.

The woman allegedly received patients at her residence, provided medical consultations and examinations for money, and prepared and sold herbal mixtures without obtaining the necessary approvals or licenses from the relevant authorities.

Investigation Leads to Home Clinic Raid

The arrest was carried out by the General Department of Criminal Investigation, through the Department for Combating Counterfeiting and Forgery Crimes.

Authorities said they received information about the woman’s activities and launched an investigation. After confirming the information, investigators obtained the required legal authorization to search the residence.

The raid was conducted with the participation of female police officers, and the suspect was arrested while allegedly practicing medicine without a license.

Home Equipped as Medical Facility

During the search, investigators found that part of the residence had been extensively arranged to operate as a medical facility.

Another section of the home had reportedly been set aside for preparing and manufacturing herbal mixtures. Authorities also found equipment used to produce labels for the products.

Cash and Medical Equipment Seized

The operation resulted in the seizure of KD 11,651 in cash, along with a medical bed and various medical examination instruments.

Authorities also seized a white coat, a patient register, and equipment and materials allegedly used to prepare herbal mixtures and their labels.

Suspect Admitted Charging Patients

During questioning, the suspect admitted to operating the residence as an unlicensed medical facility, according to the Ministry of Interior.

She reportedly told investigators that she provided medical consultations and examinations to patients in return for fees ranging from KD 5 to KD 30.

Case Referred for Legal Action

The Ministry of Interior said all necessary legal procedures have been completed. The suspect has been referred to the competent authority for further action in accordance with the law.