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Surgeons accused of leaving patients unattended on operating table while under anesthesia
By Nathaniel Langley, Jordan Gartner at Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR/Gray News) - Three former employees from OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center traded the operating room for a conference room on Tuesday. In their attorney’s office in Oak Brook, the women publicly shared their experiences at the Rockford hospital.“It’s been really emotional. It ...
Key takeaway (WIFR/Gray News) - Three former employees from OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center traded the operating room for a conference room on Tuesday.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The allegations of surgeons leaving patients unattended on the operating table while under anesthesia at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, Illinois, raise concerns about the potential risks to patients in Atlanta 's own medical facilities. Although the incident occurred outside of Atlanta, it highlights the importance of ensuring that hospitals in the city prioritize patient safety over profit and efficiency. Atlanta residents who undergo surgery at local hospitals may wonder if similar violations could occur in their own community. The fact that patients were allegedly billed for the unattended time on their bills adds another layer of concern, as it could have implications for medical billing practices in Atlanta. As the city's medical community continues to grow and evolve, it is crucial for hospitals and medical centers in Atlanta to review their own policies and procedures to prevent such incidents from happening locally.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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What is this story about? ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR/Gray News) - Three former employees from OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center traded the operating room for a conference room on Tuesday. In their attorney’s office in Oak Brook, the women publicly shared their experiences at the Rockford hospital.“It’s been really emotional. It ...
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