Atlanta Hospital Sued for Losing Patient's Skull Fragment

Lawsuit claims negligence led to infection, prolonged hospitalization, and substantial medical expenses

Fernando Cluster underwent emergency brain surgery in September 2022 at Emory University Hospital Midtown.
The hospital allegedly lost a 12-by-15 cm piece of Cluster's skull, complicating follow-up surgery.
Cluster required a synthetic bone replacement, which led to an infection and additional surgery.
The Clusters are seeking damages for medical costs exceeding $146,000 and ongoing physical and emotional suffering.
Emory Healthcare has declined to comment on the pending litigation, citing a commitment to patient care.