Atlanta, GA — Most things on social media aren’t what they seem — including the medical credentials of TikTok’s so-called “dancing doctor.” A new investigation has revealed that Dr. Windell Boutte, whose license was suspended after a string of malpractice lawsuits, has been practicing again under a new name in a different state.
Viral Fame and Medical Controversy
Boutte became infamous online for posting videos of herself and medical staff dancing and singing while performing cosmetic procedures. The Atlanta-based doctor was known for her flashy, upbeat TikToks inside operating rooms — videos that went viral and stirred up intense public backlash.
Critics raised safety concerns over what they saw as unprofessional behavior in surgical settings. One viral clip showed an anesthesiologist dancing during a liposuction procedure, prompting a lawsuit from the patient.
“Is it really safe to have a doctor krumping while they deliver a cosmetic injection?” many online users asked.
Although a Fulton County jury cleared the anesthesiologist involved in that case last August, Boutte was held liable for producing the video, according to Barley Snyder law firm. The court ruled her responsible for setting the tone and environment that led to the alleged negligence.
Millions Paid in Malpractice Settlements
Boutte’s legal troubles didn’t stop with viral videos. Over a dozen patients brought lawsuits against her, alleging botched procedures. One of the most serious cases involved a woman who suffered permanent brain damage during a cosmetic operation.
As a result of these lawsuits — and a mounting record of malpractice — Boutte’s medical license was suspended. The decision cost her career in Georgia and led to millions in legal settlements.
Boutte Reemerges as ‘Catherine Davis’
Despite the suspension, investigative reporters with WSB-TV Atlanta discovered that Boutte resumed working under the name Catherine Davis, a combination of her middle and maiden names.
She had been injecting patients at Eden Med Spa in Austin, Texas, and was previously listed as the spa’s owner.
When WSB-TV reporters confronted her about practicing under a different name, she reportedly laughed and said the spa was her “happy place” where she was “kind of like, riding it out.”
Following the investigation, Eden Medical Spa began scrubbing its website. Boutte (Davis) is no longer listed as an owner or provider. In an email to clients this week, the spa attempted to explain her absence.
“Catherine is having some difficulties outside of Eden and is not currently injecting at Eden,” the message stated.
Ethical Concerns Continue to Mount
The situation has raised new concerns about medical accountability, especially for providers who move across state lines or rebrand after losing licenses. While Texas records show Boutte’s license is no longer active, her brief reappearance at Eden Med Spa calls into question how easily medical professionals can evade oversight.
“This is not just a question of professionalism,” said one health policy analyst. “It’s a matter of public safety.”
As the Eden Spa distances itself, and regulatory authorities investigate further, the case of the “dancing doctor” turned Davis serves as a cautionary tale for patients and practitioners alike.
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