MAN, 30 DIES AT CLINIC IN NEEZOE AFTER ALLEGED FAKE DOCTOR SURGERY
March 25, 2025
Monrovia: Man, 30years identified as Samuel P. Kollie has died after an alleged fake doctor conducted surgery leading to his death at a local clinic in Monrovia, Neezoe, Jacob Town.
According to preliminary findings from the Liberia Medical and Dental Council’s investigation, Sam Wolobah, the administrator of Lofa Medic Services Clinic, falsely posed as a medical doctor despite being an Operating Room (OR) Technician allegedly performed surgical procedures that resulted in Kollie’s death.
LMDC, in collaboration with the Ministry of Justice has since shut down the clinic upon hearing the news following allegations of medical malpractice that led to the death of 30-year Samuel P. Kollie.
According to a release issued by the LMDC, the alleged fake doctor has been arrested and is in police custody undergoing investigation
The LMDC expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Justice’s Public Safety Department for its support in the matter and assured the public that it remains committed to rooting out unqualified practitioners and ensuring the delivery of quality healthcare services in Liberia.
“The public can rest assured that through collaboration, we can weed out quacks and ensure quality healthcare,” James-Emmanuel D. Cole, stated.
In January 2025, the Liberia Medical and Dental Council issued series of penalties and directives to St. Joseph Catholic Hospital following an investigation into the tragic death of 21-year-old Isaiah B. Williams. The inquiry uncovered operational lapses, malpractice, and licensing violations, prompting sweeping reforms and fines.
Investigation revealed that the patient’s mother had intentionally reduced his age from 21 to 16 during admission to secure medical care under her insurance, which had an age limit.
Complications arose after Isaiah received anesthesia administered by a nurse anesthetist, resulting in a severe reaction that ultimately led to his death. The lead surgeon at the time, Dr. Thaddee Ngoy, was unable to proceed with the surgery due to the complications.
As the only trained CPR practitioner in the operating theater, Dr. Ngoy attempted to resuscitate the patient. However, his efforts were hampered by non-functional equipment, preventing the proper management of the critical resuscitation phase.
