Doctor Corruption Case in Silesia: Seven Charged

1 June 2026 Poland Radar 0 Comments

A doctor corruption case in Silesia led to charges against seven people, involving bribes, forged documents and illegal ammunition.

The prosecutor has charged seven people after a lengthy probe into a doctor corruption case in the Silesia region. Consequently, the indictment names a 58-year-old chief physician from Myszków and six others on corruption, falsification and illegal ammunition charges.

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What prosecutors say about the doctor corruption case

The regional police anti-corruption unit in Katowice led the investigation. Moreover, the probe ran under the supervision of the District Prosecutor’s Office in Częstochowa. Investigators say the accused worked as the chief doctor at a county hospital in Silesia. In addition, they claim he accepted cash for favors tied to his position. The alleged favors included issuing prescriptions and referrals during visits funded by the National Health Fund (NFZ), which is Poland’s public health insurer. Furthermore, police say he issued sick notes and fitness certifications improperly. Importantly, the investigation found that he issued driving fitness certificates without required medical exams.

Evidence, arrests and assets

Police executed searches at the suspect’s home and vehicles in March 2025. They found cash and ammunition. Consequently, officers seized tens of thousands of złoty in cash as potential proceeds of crime. Moreover, they discovered dozens of rounds of ammunition for which the man had no permit. Investigators also secured medical records from two clinics. In addition, officers questioned a number of witnesses during the inquiry. Prosecutors then charged all seven suspects with 26 counts. Those counts include corruption, false statements and illegal possession of ammunition. The court imposed liberty-based preventive measures. For example, authorities set bail at 200,000 zł for some accused. Therefore, the prosecutor also ordered asset freezes totaling 270,000 zł to secure potential fines and penalties.

Legal moves and pleas

Three defendants asked to be convicted without a trial. Meanwhile, the main accused admitted all charges. He asked the court to impose a total prison sentence of 1.5 years. Moreover, he offered to pay a fine of 250,000 zł. The court will now consider those requests. However, prosecutors still present the full indictment. The case will test how Polish courts handle combined medical and administrative corruption charges.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: If you deal with Polish healthcare, understand that many services go through the NFZ (National Health Fund). The NFZ funds most public outpatient and hospital care, and doctors often issue prescriptions, referrals and sick leave that the fund reimburses. Also, Polish IDs use PESEL numbers for records. If someone offers to speed paperwork for cash, refuse and report it. Report corruption to the police or the prosecutor’s office. Finally, keep copies of any documents you submit to clinics for your records.

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