An inquest held on 27th September 2023 at the Medico-Legal Centre in Sheffield has uncovered a series of “missed opportunities” that could have potentially prolonged or saved the life of Paul Johnson.
The 54-year-old father of two seemingly experienced neglect from medical professionals throughout his battle with cancer. Barrister Ruth Costello from No5 Chambers represented the family during the proceedings.
Paul Johnson passed away on 18th January 2023 under the care of Macmillan Palliative Care within Sheffield’s Northern General Hospital, just months after being diagnosed with advanced lung cancer.
Assistant coroner Carl Fitch concluded that neglect played a role in Mr. Johnson’s passing. He highlighted that seven different medical professionals had the opportunity to initiate further investigations and treatments, including those who were involved in Mr. Johnson’s discharge process.