Charleston, WV – Recent allegations have surfaced against Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) following a class action lawsuit claiming that unnecessary surgeries were performed on patients without their consent. The lawsuit centers on two now-former physicians, including Dr. Robert Shin, who is accused of conducting hernia repair surgeries during bariatric procedures — surgeries the plaintiffs say they never authorized.
A lawsuit asserts that these actions not only violated ethical medical practices but also the West Virginia Medical Professional Liability Act. Patients involved in the lawsuit claim they were unaware the hernia repairs were being performed and only learned afterward through surgical notes that listed the procedures as “preventative measures.”
The complaint also alleges that this conduct has been ongoing for over a decade, potentially putting hundreds at risk for complications and long-term health issues. CAMC, as the employer of the physicians involved, is being held accountable under vicarious liability.
If You or a Loved One Had Surgery at CAMC by Dr. Shin, You May Have Been Affected
At Berthold Law Firm, we are actively reviewing potential claims related to this case. If you underwent a bariatric procedure at CAMC and are concerned about unnecessary or unauthorized surgeries, you may have legal options.
Call us today at (304) 605-2040