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Last Updated:July 20, 2025, 07:32 IST
Dr Kalra demanded sexual favours from the female patients, including oral sex, in return for the prescriptions.
The doctor has been identified as Ritesh Kalra (Representative Image)
An Indian-origin doctor in the United States is accused of the unlawful prescribing of opioid medications, and requesting sexual favours from patients in exchange for prescription drugs.
Identified as 51-year-old Ritesh Kalra, the man was a resident of Secaucus, New Jersey. He has been placed under home detention following a court hearing in the United States.
Issued 31,000 Prescriptions Of Oxycodone
Prosecutors allege that Ritesh Kalra exploited his medical license to take advantage of patients battling addiction. Court findings reveal that he issued more than 31,000 prescriptions for oxycodone between January 2019 and February 2025 without medical reasons.
Sexual Favour In Return For Opioid Prescription
It is also alleged that Dr Kalra demanded sexual favours from the female patients, including oral sex, in return for the prescriptions. A female patient alleged that she was forced to do anal sex during her medical appointment.
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