Investigation into Alleged Manipulation of Liver Transplant Eligibility

SOURCE dnyuz.com
Dr. J. Steve Bynon Jr., a transplant surgeon in Texas, is being investigated for allegedly manipulating a government database to make some of his own patients ineligible for liver transplants, potentially depriving them of lifesaving care. The hospital where he worked shut down its liver and kidney transplant programs while looking into the allegations.

Key Points

  • Dr. Bynon is being investigated for allegedly changing records to make his patients ineligible for liver transplants.
  • Memorial Hermann Medical Center shut down its liver and kidney transplant programs in response to the allegations.
  • The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the United Network for Organ Sharing are also investigating the allegations.
  • Patients affected by the changes in eligibility are being contacted to find new providers.

Pros

  • Dr. Bynon was known for his work in enforcing professional standards in the organ transplant system.

Cons

  • Allegations suggest that Dr. Bynon may have manipulated records to deny some patients liver transplants.