Ex-MLB Outfielder Sues University of Miami Over Alleged Missed Follow-Up CT

Avisail Garcia, a retired Miami Marlins outfielder, claims a radiology report recommending a follow-up CT for his back pain “fell through the cracks,” leading to a lawsuit against the University of Miami for alleged failure to communicate the finding.

• The lawsuit alleges the radiology report was never communicated to the patient or ordering provider, resulting in the recommended CT not being performed.
• The case underscores the legal risks of communication breakdowns in radiology and the importance of closed-loop follow-up processes.

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