‘Beyond upsetting’: Life support removed from wrong patient after hospital mix-up, family files lawsuit
A tragic mix-up at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center led to the wrongful removal of life support from David Wells, who was mistaken for his hospital roommate, Mike Beehler. Beehler’s sister made the decision under the false belief it was her brother. Both families have filed lawsuits against the hospital and involved parties for negligence and emotional distress.
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A tragic mix-up at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center led to the wrongful removal of life support from David Wells, who was mistaken for his hospital roommate, Mike Beehler. Beehler’s sister made the decision under the false belief it was her brother. Both families have filed lawsuits against the hospital and involved parties for negligence and emotional distress. 
