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Keller Postman Takes Action

In a significant legal action, Keller Postman has initiated a lawsuit in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas against several medical providers in the area. The lawsuit represents Drew Razny and his wife, Amanda Razny, who allege that numerous medical professionals, including those from the Mazzoni Center and Delaware Memorial Community Hospital, subjected Mr. Razny to coercive gender surgery without proper evaluation or informed consent.

The Raznys' claims highlight serious ethical breaches within the medical community. According to the suit, Mr. Razny sought counseling in 2017 and was diagnosed with gender dysphoria after only a brief, 20-minute consultation. Following this hurried assessment, he was placed on hormone treatments without adequate psychiatric evaluation, leading to a series of rushed and irreversible decisions regarding his treatment.

As the case unfolds, it has become clear that the medical professionals involved allegedly encouraged Mr. Razny to pursue surgeries that they assured him were both safe and reversible. Tragically, in 2021, Dr. Kathy L. Rumer is said to have pressured Mr. Razny into undergoing genital surgery. On the scheduled day of the procedure, despite Mr. Razny's explicit objections and his request to speak with his wife beforehand, he was sedated and operated on without his consent.

The ramifications of this course of treatment have been devastating for the Razny family. They assert that the medical decisions made in haste have resulted in severe physical, emotional, and relational damage, including permanent bodily changes, job loss, and profound psychological trauma. The couple recognizes the toll that this ordeal has taken on their family life, leading to significant disruptions and distress.

Marquel Longtin, a key partner at Keller Postman, expressed concern over the dynamics at play in this case: "This matter reveals how once-trusted medical institutions can devolve into coercive environments that fail to adequately support vulnerable individuals. Andrew and Amanda's experience shows the truth of what happens when patients are rushed toward irreversible treatments without exploring alternative options. No one should face coercion into surgery, especially after articulating their dissent."

J.J. Snidow, another partner at Keller Postman, remarked on the gravity of disregarding informed consent in medical care: "What transpired in this case is a flagrant violation of medical ethics. Consent is not merely a procedural detail; it serves as a fundamental principle of patient care. In this instance, it appears the providers overlooked critical warning signs, silenced the patient’s concerns, and proceeded with a life-altering surgery contrary to his wishes. Such conduct is absolutely unacceptable by any measure."

The Raznys are not only seeking compensatory and punitive damages but are also pushing for accountability measures aimed at preventing similar incidents from occurring in the future. The complaint posits several claims, including allegations of negligence, failure to obtain informed consent, breach of fiduciary duty, and infliction of emotional distress for alleged healthcare liabilities.

As this case progresses, it underscores the essential need for medical practitioners to uphold ethical standards and prioritize patient welfare at all times. It serves as a stark reminder that no individual should ever be coerced into medical procedures, especially those as significant and life-altering as gender surgery. The legal team from Keller Postman, which includes attorneys John Masslon, J.J. Snidow, and Marquel Longtin, is dedicated to advocating for the Raznys and aims to highlight and rectify these grave transgressions in medical practice.

Through their vigorous pursuit of justice, Keller Postman, along with the Razny family, aims to enlighten the public about coercive practices within the healthcare system and push for systemic changes that prioritize informed consent and the ethical treatment of patients. This lawsuit marks an important step in ensuring accountability for medical providers and safeguarding the rights of individuals seeking care.