Aga Khan Hospital to Pay Ksh 157 Million for Botched Surgery

Aga Khan Hospital Ordered to Pay Ksh 157 Million in Damages for Botched Surgery A Nairobi court has ordered Aga Khan Hospital to pay Ksh 157 million in damages to Naila Qureshi and her husband following a botched surgery in 2006. The court found the hospital liable for medical negligence after Ms. Qureshi's cervix was illegally removed during a procedure for pelvic endometriosis. The ruling highlights the significant consequences of medical malpractice and the long-fought battle for justice by the Qureshis. "The court awarded the couple 157 million shillings in damages following a botched surgery that resulted in the loss of the woman's cervix," a news report stated. The damages included compensation for special damages, loss of cervix, loss of consortium, and loss of amenities. The hospital's gynecologist, Dr. Rafique Parker, was also found responsible for the botched surgery, while another medical practitioner involved was cleared of negligence. The court held the hospital accountable for allowing Dr. Parker to practice despite his prior disbarment from medical practice in Uganda. The lack of essential diagnostic equipment at the hospital was cited as a contributing factor to the delayed detection of complications. This landmark ruling underscores the importance of accountability within the medical profession and the need for hospitals to ensure the safety and well-being of their patients. The Qureshi's case serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of medical negligence and the importance of seeking justice when such events occur.