Moment doctor working as Lyft driver arrested in front of horrified passengers after patient died when wrong organ was removed
- Posted on April 27, 2026
- By Daily Mail
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In brief
A dramatic incident unfolded when a 44-year-old physician was apprehended by law enforcement while operating as a rideshare driver, following a catastrophic surgical error that resulted in a patient's death. The incident allegedly involved the removal of an incorrect organ during a medical procedure, raising serious questions about surgical oversight and accountability in healthcare settings.
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Moment doctor working as Lyft driver arrested in front of horrified passengers after patient died when wrong organ was removed
Dr Thomas Shaknovsky, 44, was arrested in front of his Lyft passengers after allegedly mistakenly removing the wrong organ from a patient who died on the table.
