Cancelled during surgery? (Photo)

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I was supposed to have a MMO (ett, bl, lipo 360, bbl) but it was cancelled 30 minutes into it. He had performed 65% of the lipo only, before stopping bc my heart rate was low. They stopped surgery, understandably. I was told i needed cardio clearance, from his preferred dr. I did the stress echo and another test, and was cleared. I have a low hr no heart issues. They are giving me the run around on either a refund or reschedule, would i be entitled to a partial refund for srvc not done?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It seems your surgeon made the right call to stop your surgery as safety is always the number one priority.  Though a refund of some sort seems reasonable, this question is best answered by legal counsel.

Caner Kacmaz, MD · Answer

Absolutely if you have given all the details about your health during your initial conversation with the doctors team. You should only be in charge of the hospital fees

Scott C. Lindsay, DO · Answer

Thanks for your question; however, doctors here aren't going to be able to give you legal advice. I would suggest reaching out to a lawyer to get more information. Good luck!

Diego Fierro, MD · Answer

Hello, I am Dr Diego Fierro. I am sure that for your surgeon the most important thing was your safety so he decided to end your surgery because he thought something bad could happen, however what I can tell you from my work experience, I send all my patients to be evaluated by a cardiologist so that you enter safely to your surgery and I to operate. However, if you have low heart rates, you would have no problem in reprogramming as long as the cardiologist has studied you.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You will need to review all the paperwork you signed about payment and cancellation of surgery. Then, discuss your concerns with the office manager.  Every surgeon has his/her own protocol about cancellations and refunds. Some give no refunds.

Cancelled during surgery? (Photo)

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