Perry Doctor Case

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Dr. Mark Chavez has been charged in connection with the death of actor Matthew Perry, who died from a suspected overdose. Chavez is expected to plead guilty to conspiracy related to the distribution of ketamine, which contributed to Perry's death.

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Dr. Mark Chavez, a physician, has been formally charged in connection with the death of Matthew Perry, the well-known actor from the TV series "Friends." Following a quick court appearance, Chavez agreed to a plea deal where he admitted guilt to drug-related charges, specifically in relations to supplying ketamine, a powerful anesthetic, without proper medical supervision.

Perry tragically passed away on October 28, 2023, from an accidental drowning in his hot tub, with the autopsy revealing that ketamine and other substances were found in his system. During the investigation, it became apparent that Perry had received multiple prescriptions for ketamine from Chavez, leading authorities to believe that Chavez had a significant role in the circumstances surrounding Perry's passing.

Chavez's medical license has been suspended pending the outcome of the charges against him. In court, his plea agreement highlighted an acknowledgment of wrongdoing and will likely have long-term consequences on his medical career. This situation has not only raised questions about the proper regulation of controlled substances but has also intensified scrutiny regarding medical practitioners who may enable substance misuse.

The case continues to unfold, with many in the entertainment industry and the public seeking accountability and clarity regarding the events leading up to Perry's untimely death.

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Judge allows plea deal for doctor charged in Matthew Perry's ketamine death

NBC News - 144 days ago - Dr. Mark Chavez, who was charged in connection with the accidental overdose death of actor Matthew Perry, is set to plead guilty Friday to one count of conspiracy to distribute ketamine.

Doctor charged over death of Friends star Matthew Perry appears in court

Your Local Guardian - 144 days ago - Dr Mark Chavez, 54, of San Diego, did not enter a plea but has already agreed to admit his guilty in a deal with prosecutors.

Matthew Perry's Ketamine Doctor Plans Guilty Plea: Report

Radar Online - 144 days ago - Mark Chavez, one of the doctors charged with fueling Matthew Perry's deadly ketamine addiction, is set to become the third defendant to plead guilty in the high-profile case.

Matthew Perry doctor ordered not to practice medicine ahead of guilty plea

Hindustan Times - 144 days ago - Matthew Perry doctor ordered not to practice medicine ahead of guilty plea | World News

Matthew Perry's Doctor Set To Plead Guilty To Ketamine Charges

OK! Magazine - 144 days ago - Matthew Perry's doctor Mark Chavez is set to appear before a judge on the afternoon of Friday, August 30, after reaching a plea agreement.

Doctor Charged In Matthew Perry Case Makes First Court Appearance

TMZ - 144 days ago - One of the doctors charged in connection with Matthew Perry's ketamine death is about to go in front of a judge for the first time.

Matthew Perry Doctor Who Sold Massive Vials of Ketamine to ‘Friends’ Actor to Plead Guilty to Federal Charge

The Wrap - 144 days ago - Mark Chavez once met Perry in the Long Beach Aquarium parking lot to inject him in the car

Doctor charged in connection with Matthew Perry’s death to appear in court

This is Local London - 144 days ago - Dr Mark Chavez agreed to co-operate with prosecutors as they pursue others, including the doctor he worked with to sell ketamine to Perry.

Matthew Perry: Doctor charged in connection with death of Friends actor appears in court

Sky News - 144 days ago - Friends star Matthew Perry, 54, was found dead at his home in Los Angeles last October. Five people have been charged in connection with his death.

Doctor charged in connection to Matthew Perry’s ketamine case appears in court

CNN - 144 days ago - One of the two physicians charged in connection with Matthew Perry’s death appeared in a Los Angeles court on Friday as part of a plea agreement with federal prosectors and was freed on a $50,000 bond.

Doctor charged in connection with Matthew Perry’s death appears in court

WCVB - 145 days ago - One of two doctors charged in connection with Matthew Perry's death made his first appearance in a federal court in Los Angeles.

Doc charged in Matthew Perry death case to appear in court after plea deal

Business Standard - 145 days ago - One of two doctors charged in connection with Matthew Perry's death is set to appear Friday in a federal court in Los Angeles, where he is expected to plead guilty to conspiring to distribute the surgical anesthetic ketamine.