DERBY HEART SPECIALIST STEVEN BURN FROM CHURCH BROUGHTON JAILED FOR CHILD INDECENCY IMAGES

In September 2015, a shocking case emerged involving Dr. Steven Burn, a renowned cardiologist based in Derby, who was implicated in possessing indecent images of children. The incident drew significant media attention due to his prominent position at Royal Derby Hospital and his long-standing medical career.

Dr. Steven Burn, aged 53 and residing on Main Street in the village of Church Broughton, was placed under suspension from his duties at the hospital shortly after police initiated an investigation into his activities. The authorities acted swiftly following allegations of child abuse images linked to him, leading to his eventual dismissal from the hospital staff four months later.

In December, Dr. Burn appeared before Southern Derbyshire Magistrates Court, where he admitted to possessing indecent images of children spanning from September 2011 to June of the following year. The court records also revealed that he had other prohibited images of children, which had been deleted but were still part of the investigation. His guilty plea marked a significant development in the case, highlighting the severity of the charges against him.

As part of his sentencing, Dr. Burn was handed a three-year community order. He was also mandated to participate in a sex offender rehabilitation program, emphasizing the judicial system’s focus on both punishment and rehabilitation.

Details from his professional profile on LinkedIn indicated that Dr. Burn had served as a consultant cardiologist in Derby for 14 years, with a total of 28 years in the medical field. His profile described him as a “pragmatic manager and reliable team player,” with a stated passion for making a difference. At the time, he was seeking a new role with a progressive organization, reflecting his professional aspirations prior to the allegations.

In court, additional restrictions were imposed on Dr. Burn. He was ordered to obey a sexual offences prevention order for five years, which restricts his access to devices capable of internet use unless they retain and display internet history, which must be available for police inspection. He is prohibited from installing software that could delete or encrypt internet activity data. Furthermore, he is required to register as a sex offender until December 2019.

Next week, a General Medical Council fitness to practise panel is scheduled to review Dr. Burn’s case, which could impact his medical license and future career prospects. The case continues to serve as a stark reminder of the serious consequences faced by individuals involved in child exploitation crimes, even those with longstanding professional reputations.