Failure to Diagnose Lawsuit Filed Against West Virginia Doctor

In a medical malpractice lawsuit, a West Virginia man has sued his doctor for allegedly failing to diagnose colorectal cancer, also known as colon cancer.

Timothy A. Walden, Sr. is claiming that Dr. Ahmad Maraikayer failed to diagnose colorectal cancer in a timely manner and ignored requests for additional testing despite the fact that Walden had been complaining of symptoms for more than 18 months. 

Although Walden began seeing Dr. Maraikayer in June 2006, he was not diagnosed with cancer until January 2008. 

Walden is seeking both compensatory and punitive damages.

Recovering Compensation for a Failure to Diagnose

When a doctor or physician fails to diagnose or treat a disease, illness, or condition in a timely manner, it can lead to devastating side effects and serious health complications for the patient.  If a patient can prove that their doctor was negligent in diagnosing their condition or illness, they will be eligible to file for damages under medical malpractice law.  Common types of damages sought in a failure to diagnose lawsuit include compensation for pain and suffering, decreased enjoyment of life, loss of wages, and all current and future medical expenses.

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