Dr. Elliot Shevel, an internationally recognized headache specialist and oral surgeon, was arrested and charged with murder on Thursday morning at his home in Illovo, Sandton. Shevel, who founded the Headache Clinic in 1992, appeared in court later that afternoon at the Randburg Regional Court.
Shevel had been previously suspended by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) due to concerns over his professional conduct. The suspension followed an investigation into the deaths of two patients under his care, with allegations that his medical practices posed significant risks to patient safety. The suspension was pending a formal inquiry by the HPCSA, which noted that his continued practice could endanger the public.
The details of the murder charge have not been fully disclosed, but the case has attracted significant attention due to Shevel’s high profile in the medical field.