Key facts
- Dr Neil Hopper, a former NHS surgeon, has been struck off the medical register.
- Hopper amputated his own legs to fulfill a sexual fantasy.
- He used dry ice to freeze his legs, necessitating amputation.
- He falsely claimed sepsis developed after a family camping trip.
This case involves a medical professional engaging in extreme self-harm for a sexual fetish, leading to severe consequences and professional repercussions. It raises questions about mental health within the medical profession and the ethical standards expected of surgeons.