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Center City Philadelphia dental office reopens after license suspension
6abc Philadelphia • • health
Key Points:
- A Center City dental office in Philadelphia, owned by Dr. Kirti Chopra, is set to reopen after a temporary license suspension due to infection-control violations that risked patient exposure to HIV and hepatitis C.
- The Philadelphia Department of Public Health found issues with sterilization procedures, including reuse of single-use anesthetic vials allegations and improper handling of saline bags, though Chopra denied reusing anesthetic vials.
- No cases of HIV or hepatitis C have been linked to the dental practice, and health officials confirmed that safety recommendations have been implemented satisfactorily.
- Chopra's license was reinstated under four years of probation, including mandatory training, inspections, and $15,000 in fines and fees; the office has updated sterilization protocols and retrained staff.
- Personal injury attorney Aidan Carickhoff emphasized the importance of patients proactively ensuring their medical care meets safety standards.
