Parents of autistic children treated by pseudo neuroscientist Elizabeth Silverio have had to take out loans and incur extra expenses to pay for their children’s care, according to lawyer Félix Portes. The parents had hoped that their children would be helped at the Kogland center, where Silverio posed as a specialist in treating autism. Portes, who is part of the defense team for the complainant parents, is seeking the maximum criminal penalty and civil compensation for Silverio’s actions.
Portes stated, “We are requesting the maximum penalty in terms of criminal matters and compensation in terms of civil matters because these parents incurred loans and expenses that they did not have, hoping that this person would help their children.” He also revealed that he has documents showing Silverio signing as a doctor and claiming to have a master’s degree with a false exequatur, undermining the argument that she passed cases to other professionals at the Kogland center.
Portes emphasized that the situation would have been different if the Kogland center had been a daycare center, as parents would not have had any expectations. However, Silverio created the center by falsely claiming to be an autism specialist, deceiving the parents.
Silverio is facing charges of usurping functions in the health area, and the National District Prosecutor’s Office has requested house arrest, periodic presentation, and a travel ban against her. She directed and worked as a specialist at the Center for Neurocognitive and Psychopedagogical Therapies Kogland, where children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) were treated.
Elizabeth Silverio Silien was arrested last Wednesday following an order issued by Judge Kenya Romero, coordinator of the Office of the Investigative Courts of the National District. The Ministry of Public Health filed a complaint against Silverio on May 24, leading to the closure of Kogland after investigative journalist Nuria Piera exposed the falsification of Silverio’s titles on her program.
What penalties and compensation are being sought against Elizabeth Silverio for her deceptive actions
Parents of autistic children who sought treatment from pseudo neuroscientist Elizabeth Silverio have been left with financial burdens and additional expenses, says lawyer Félix Portes. The parents had placed their hopes in the Kogland center, where Silverio falsely posed as an autism specialist. Portes, who is part of the defense team for the affected parents, is now pushing for the maximum criminal penalty and civil compensation for Silverio’s deceptive actions.
Portes expressed, “We are seeking the highest penalty in criminal proceedings and compensation in civil matters because these parents had to take out loans and incur expenses they didn’t anticipate, all in the hope that this person would help their children.” He further revealed evidence of Silverio signing documents as a doctor, falsely claiming to hold a master’s degree with a fraudulent exequatur, thus undermining any argument that she delegated cases to other professionals at the Kogland center.
Portes emphasized that if the Kogland center had been a daycare facility, the situation would have been different, as parents would not have had any expectations. However, Silverio deceitfully created the center by pretending to be an autism specialist, leading parents to believe their children would receive proper care.
Silverio faces charges of usurping functions in the health sector, and the National District Prosecutor’s Office is seeking house arrest, periodic check-ins, and a travel ban against her. She had directed and worked as a specialist at the Center for Neurocognitive and Psychopedagogical Therapies Kogland, where children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) were treated.
Elizabeth Silverio Silien was arrested last Wednesday following an order from Judge Kenya Romero, coordinator of the Office of the Investigative Courts of the National District. The Ministry of Public Health filed a complaint against Silverio on May 24, prompting the closure of Kogland after investigative journalist Nuria Piera exposed the falsification of Silverio’s credentials on her program.
This is a heartbreaking and despicable act by Elizabeth Silverio, taking advantage of vulnerable parents seeking help for their autistic children. The financial ruin inflicted upon these families is unjust and calls for strict accountability. Justice should be served, and support should be provided to those affected by such scams.
This is an incredibly unfortunate situation where the trust of vulnerable parents has been exploited. It is disheartening to think that someone would take advantage of autistic children and their families in such a devastating manner. These parents deserve justice and support in recovering from the financial ruin caused by this scam.