Overview
The complainant (Ms C) raised concerns about her care and treatment by a consultant (Consultant 1), information that was included in a letter and subsequent effect on her medical care as a result.
Specific complaints and conclusions
The complaints which have been investigated are that:
- (a) Consultant 1's medical treatment of Ms C was inadequate (not upheld);
- (b) Consultant 1 wrote a letter to Ms C's GP containing information Ms C had advised was incorrect (upheld); and
- (c) Consultant 1's comments had a negative influence on other medical practitioners involved with Ms C's case (not upheld).
Redress and recommendations
The Ombudsman has no recommendations to make.