Avoiding Unnecessary Surgery Through Accurate Diagnosis & Case Management

Patient Name: Mr. Mohamed Fofanah

Age: 49 Years

Country: Sierra Leone

Condition: Chest pain & amp; breathing difficulty with suspected surgical intervention

Service: Diagnosis & amp; Treatment Management – Med Access India

Patient Background

Mr. Mohamed Fofanah approached Med Access India after experiencing:

* Persistent chest pain

* Difficulty in breathing

* Fatigue and weakness

* Reduced daily activity

The patient had been advised that surgery might be required, but the diagnosis remained uncertain.

Med Access Case Manager-Led Approach

A dedicated Case Manager coordinated:

✔️ Specialists matching

Specialist consultations

✔️ diagnostic planning

✔️ Treatment coordination

✔️ Second opinions

✔️ Continuous patient support

Key Clinical Finding

After comprehensive evaluation and multidisciplinary review:

�� Symptoms were linked to a treatable condition manageable without invasive procedures

�� The condition did not require surgery

Treatment Pathway

The patient received:

✔️ Appropriate medical management

✔️ Monitoring and follow-up support

Outcome

✅ Surgery avoided

✅ Chest pain reduced

✅ Breathing improved

✅ Patient recovered without invasive treatment

Role of Med Access Case Manager

This case highlights how Med Access ensured:

✔️ Accurate diagnosis before treatment decisions

✔️ Prevention of unnecessary surgery

✔️ Coordinated personalized care

✔️ Patient-centred medical support

Case Significance

Right diagnosis → Right treatment → Better outcomes

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