Aaron Carter's physician vehemently denies any wrongdoing in the late star's tragic death, insisting the former child star received drugs from his girlfriend.
- October 8, 2024
AceShowbiz - Aaron Carter's doctor, Dr. John Faber, has firmly denied allegations of negligence in the wrongful death lawsuit brought by Carter's son and ex-fiancee, Melanie Martin. In an exclusive report by In Touch, Dr. Faber, who treated Carter from 2020 to 2022, insists that his medical care did not contribute to the singer's untimely death.
According to court documents, Dr. Faber first saw Carter in June 2020 when the musician indicated suffering from anxiety and a history of substance use starting at the age of 18. Despite Carter's denial of ongoing substance abuse, medical records suggested a history that Dr. Faber deemed necessary to monitor closely. The doctor checked the prescription database, confirming that Carter had previously received Xanax and continued with the medication under strict supervision.
Dr. Faber claimed Carter had regular telehealth visits and frequent email communication to manage his mental health and medications. The doctor admitted to reducing Carter's medication when he confessed to obtaining substances from non-medical sources, including his girlfriend, whose identity was not disclosed.
In May 2022, a positive drug test result for opioids, confirmed to be prescribed by Carter's dentist, led the Department of Child and Family Services to contact Dr. Faber. Despite this complication, Dr. Faber maintained his treatment plan until October 21, 2022, when he last prescribed a combination of medications, including Xanax and Seroquel, among others. In their final consultation, Carter admitted to inhaling compressed gas once, which Dr. Faber warned him against.
Aaron Carter was found deceased on November 5, 2022. The Los Angeles County Coroner's Report identified drowning as the cause of death, citing the effects of difluoroethane, a gas used in huffing, and alprazolam (Xanax). The death was ruled accidental due to inhalation of compressed gas and medication intake.
Dr. Faber argues that the record supports his adherence to medical protocols and monitoring, requesting the dismissal of the lawsuit. A motion filed by his lawyer highlights the consistent effort to manage Carter's medications and prevent substance abuse. As the legal proceedings await a judicial ruling, the case underscores the complexities of managing addiction and mental health in patients.
