The family of Dorothy Dorsett is grieving following her tragic death after surgery at Ascension Sacred Heart in Florida, allegedly due to negligent surgical care. Her son, Weyman Dorsett, described how his mother, previously healthy and active, deteriorated rapidly post-operation, leading to her passing on August 4, 2023. A year earlier, another patient, William Bryan, died after a similar surgeon, Thomas Shaknovsky, mistakenly removed his liver instead of his spleen, prompting criminal charges and license suspensions.
The case has raised serious concerns about surgical oversight and patient safety at the hospital. Court documents and investigations reveal missed diagnostic steps and delayed interventions, which contributed to both deaths. Shaknovsky has denied wrongdoing in Dorothy Dorsett’s case, asserting that some allegations are inaccurate, but authorities have charged him with manslaughter for Bryan’s death. The incident has devastated the Dorsett family and underscores the importance of accountability in medical practice.