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Sar B. 4 years ago • From Google

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Dr. Baldwin's Negligence Nearly Killed Me

If I could give this surgery zero stars, I absolutely would. In April 2020, I was diagnosed with a leg blood clot and prescribed blood-thinning injections from the hospital. I was instructed by A&E and my doctor to inject in my stomach/legs. Despite alternating injection sites, my leg began turning BLACK. I contacted Dr. Baldwin three times, explaining my excruciating pain and leg discoloration. She refused to see me because of COVID. She didn't request a photo, offer a video consultation, or take any meaningful action. She simply diagnosed me with bruising over the phone without examining me. Three days later, I was hospitalized with necrotic skin and sepsis. I had to have all the skin on my leg removed, undergo skin grafts, receive multiple blood transfusions, and spent 5 weeks unable to walk or even use the bathroom. All of this occurred while I was pregnant, which she was fully aware of. A&E surgeons told me how fortunate I was to have called an ambulance, warning that without doing so, I could have died. I'm now permanently scarred physically and emotionally, suffering significant PTSD. While I understand COVID was new, she didn't provide basic care like other local practices were doing. Avoid this surgery absolutely. My unborn child's life was also at risk. AVOID this surgery completely. Regarding the practice manager's response, I'm forced to use this surgery for my children's immunizations because no other practices are accepting patients in our small area. I personally refuse to use this terrible doctors' surgery for myself, except when my husband must collect medication without any doctor interaction. I did consult a lawyer, who noted no negligence - suspiciously, after potential medical record manipulation and changing communication logs. They conveniently hide behind COVID, unlike the incredible nurses who saved my life. My photographs clearly demonstrate the truth. More could and should have been done. I'm entitled to share my experience, and I won't retract or modify my review. What's the point of raising concerns with this surgery? My nurse brother-in-law has revealed how protected their staff are! I sincerely hope no one ever experiences the treatment I endured. I will NOT remove my review - the treatment remains unacceptable.

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