Overview
The complainant (Mr C) was diagnosed as having multiple sclerosis (MS) in an Edinburgh Hospital in September 1973. The consultant who made the diagnosis decided not to tell Mr C of his condition. Mr C found out that he had MS in May 2005 after referral to a neurologist but only discovered his earlier diagnosis in September 2006.
Specific complaints and conclusions
The complaints which have been investigated are that:
- (a) Mr C's GP practice failed to inform him of a longstanding diagnosis of MS (not upheld); and
- (b) Mr C's MS was not identified or taken into account when he was receiving treatment from Fife NHS Board (not upheld).
Redress and recommendations
The Ombudsman has no recommendations to make.