Dallas Hospital Settles with Duncan Family for "mistakes"

News Release Texas Health Dallas Amicably Resolves Matters with Family of Thomas Eric Duncan 11/12/2014 DALLAS — Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas today announced that it has amicably resolved all matters with the family of Thomas Eric Duncan. We know that this has been a terribly sad, difficult and trying time for Mr. Duncan’s family and friends, and they will continue to be in the hearts and prayers of the entire Texas Health Presbyterian family. As part of the healing process, we have again extended our sincere apologies to the family and shared our regret that the diagnosis of Ebola Virus Disease was not made at the time of Mr. Duncan’s initial Emergency Department visit. The hospital is honoring Mr. Duncan’s memory by facilitating creation of the Texas Health Dallas Thomas Eric Duncan Memorial Fund for the express purpose of providing assistance to victims of Ebola in Africa. Texas Health Dallas greatly appreciates acknowledgment by the family’s attorney that Mr. Duncan’s inpatient care was excellent. We are grateful to reach this point of reconciliation and healing for all involved. Today’s resolution with the Duncan family serves as an example of the common-sense Texas laws that allow discussions to take place immediately and be resolved quickly. As a result, health care organizations, patients and family members are able to resolve matters fairly and equitably. Contact: Wendell Watson, Director Public Relations Media Hotline: 800-314-7722