Holland America Passenger Who Waited 15 Hours For Medical Treatment After Stroke, Files Lawsuit

Lila “Lisette” Kohn Gale, a 65 year old Highland Park, Illinois resident has filed a federal lawsuit against Holland America Cruise Line, claiming negligence and incompetence on the part of the cruise line. Gales was traveling from Fort Lauderdale to the Panama Canal in March of 2018 when she lost consciousness during dinner. An onboard medical team found Mrs. Gale confused, drowsy and with slurred speech. After being taken to the ship’s medical center, she was diagnosed with a severe stroke. According to the suit that was filed, the doctor wrote that a CAT scan was required and that she should be seen immediately by a neurosurgeon or neurologist. Additionally, it was noted that her condition was deteriorating. Ordinarily, cruise ship officials, once determining the severity of a stroke, will communicate with the U.S. Coast Guard or other state officials to request an immediate medical evaluation from the ship and transport to the closest medical facility that…

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