”Healthcare Advocacy a Patient’s Story”

A patient's distressing experience at an emergency room following a tonsillectomy, where she sought evaluation for a throat lump she suspected was an abscess. The patient describes feeling dismissed and unheard by the nurse practitioner, who she claims minimized her symptoms and refused imaging. Her attempt to leave for another hospital, coupled with her insistence on having her concerns documented and her refusal to sign a liability waiver, led to her being labeled with "violent behavior" in her medical records, despite her perceived calm demeanor. The narrative highlights a significant communication breakdown and a patient's struggle for appropriate medical attention and accurate documentation.

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this episode are based on a specific patient experience and are for informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical or legal advice.