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Coventry Evening Telegraph
Suspended heart doctor Raj Mattu is throwing himself into a new role with Coventry Rugby Club.
Dr Mattu, who remains suspended on full pay from his job at Walsgrave Hospital, is offering support and advice to the Coundon Road club.
The cardiologist, who is a keen rugger fan, said: “When I was growing up, Coventry was one of the best teams in the country but they seem to be struggling at the minute.
“I went along to watch them and one of the management team recognised me and asked if there was anything I could do training wise to improve the players’ overall fitness.
“I said I would be quite happy to help out and advise on cardiovascular health and also to look at nutrition.
“It is potentially a very exciting time for the club with the new stadium project coming along and I just hope I can help.”
Dr Mattu is still waiting on the NHS disciplinary process to sort out his suspension. He has not worked since February 2002 after being accused of bullying.
