Catholic Archdiocese begs for pardon
Summary
The Catholic Archdiocese of Liberia has acknowledged a medical error at St. Joseph’s Catholic Hospital in Monrovia that led to the death of 21-year-old student Isaiah Benedicto Williams. Despite their apology and plea for forgiveness, the Williams family has rejected the appeal and is considering legal action. The error occurred during a procedure that involved anesthesia but not surgery, with the responsibility attributed to Dr. NGOY-MULUME Thadee. The family is awaiting the outcome of an investigation by the Liberia Medical and Dental Council before proceeding further.
Relevance
It is interesting how Catholic leaders step in on behalf of Catholic hospitals, showing how Catholic healthcare is intrinsically tied to the mission of the faith and the broader Catholic Institution.