Jun 8 2017 Michael Ross File
This document appears to be an invoice from Lifemark Health Corp to Boyneclarke LLP for services provided to their client, Judy Foran, who was injured in a pedestrian/motor vehicle collision. Boyneclarke LLP is requesting a complete copy of the file regarding Ms. Foran, including her medical reports, consult reports, diagnostic results, x-ray results, and clinical notes.
Accident Involving Judy Foran & Associated Personal Injury Incident and Treatments
Judy Foran, a 59-year-old realtor, was struck by a vehicle while crossing the street, causing her to sustain numerous physical injuries and significant psychological distress. Her injuries included head trauma, shoulder injuries that required surgery, and a damaged right hand. She got immediate medical attention from Lifemark Health Centre, particularly at their Halifax Bayers Road location. The primary therapist assigned to her was Dr. Michael Ross. From the effects of the accident and sustained injuries, she started experiencing difficulty sleeping, continuous shoulder and right-hand pain, anxiety related to driving, challenges in adjusting to changes in her lifestyle, and displaying symptoms of depression. This incident was the direct cause of the personal injury claim filed by Miss Foran. She subsequently required psychological and occupational therapy to cope with her physical and mental health.
Judy Foran was involved in a motor vehicle accident that led to physical injuries and psychological distress. This accident was a catalyst for personal injury claims due to the impact on her mental and physical well-being and the related medical expenses.
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Counseling Recommendation for Judy Foran
A recommendation was made by Dr. Julie Doyon for Judy Foran to see a psychological counselor, after noticing the slowed recovery progress and persistent issues she was dealing with.
Judy Foran's difficult recovery process necessitated the suggestion for psychological counseling, as part of her medical treatment.
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Follow-up Assessment and Continued Issues
During a follow-up assessment, it was noticed that Judy Foran was showing slow progress in recovery. The significant issues identified included continued pain in her right shoulder, sleep difficulties, anxiety notably when being in a car or walking outside, emotional sensitivity, frustration, and frequent episodes of tearfulness.
Judy's recovery was slow and some health issues still persisted from the accident such as pain, sleep difficulties, anxiety, and emotional disturbances.
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Injury Assessment for Judy Foran
An extensive assessment was executed to evaluate Judy Foran's injuries and ongoing health situation. The assessment aimed at providing information about her history, current circumstances, and the medical issues she was grappling with, which would then inform suitable treatment recommendations.
This assessment was a crucial part of Judy's rehabilitation program following the accident, designed to gather relevant data for effective treatment recommendations.
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Psychological Assessments for Judy Foran and report outcome
Owing to her ongoing symptoms after the accident, Judy Foran was referred for a psychological assessment. She reported difficulty sleeping, linked to pain and anxiety. Prescribed Zopiclone and Clonazepam, she only took the former due to experiencing a headache from the latter. Her pain especially in the operated right hand presented challenges in performing basic self-care tasks and contributed to her irritability. The assessment also revealed that when she was a passenger in a vehicle, she would scan the environment for potential dangers and anticipate collisions. Following this, the report issued indicated that Judy scored in the moderate range of depressive and anxiety symptoms, and rated herself as severely impaired in all areas excluding social activities. It diagnosed her with Adjustment Disorder with Depression and Anxiety, Driving-Related Phobia, and Phobia of Walking on the Street. Recommendations included psychological counseling focused on anxiety management techniques and exposure-based therapy. If necessary, she should also work with an occupational therapist and a driving instructor.
Judy Foran was diagnosed with Adjustment Disorder with Depression and Anxiety, Driving-Related Phobia, and Phobia of Walking on the Street. Also, significant issues still included sleep difficulty from pain & anxiety, affected self-care from hand pain and anxiety during car rides. Her recovery recommendations included psychological counseling, anxiety management and exposure-based therapy; along with an occupational therapist and possibly a driving instructor.
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Request for Judy Foran’s Documents from Lifemark Health Centre
Judy's representatives, Boyneclarke LLP, sent a request to Lifemark Health Centre asking for a complete copy of Judy's file, which includes medical reports, consult reports, diagnostic results, x-ray results, and clinical notes.
A complete record of Judy’s medical history and treatment after the accident was requested to support her personal injury claim.
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