The family of Lisa Ehrenholz, a 37-year-old mother who died in 2009 days after gastric bypass surgery at The Ottawa Hospital, has filed a $4-million negligence and malpractice lawsuit against the surgeons and the hospital.

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Thats ashame. They saw a problem yet did nothing. Whats their job again? Kinda makes me mad in a way.

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A very sad story. Each of us takes a risk with this surgery. I hope everyone does their research on hospitals, doctors and possible complications.

I know that I walked away from a surgeon because my gut told me it wasn't a good situation. I waited longer than I could have and drove a hundred miles to the next largest city, to have someone I felt comfortable with perform my VSG. I also explained to my husband and kids that no matter what happened, I was having this surgery for a chance at a longer, healthier life and I choose the situation I was walking into.

I hope this family finds peace.

Wow.. what a horrible story! I am so thankful (to God) that everything went perfectly with mine! I did my research and even researched the surgeon and staff members...before committing to the surgery. I know sometimes we trust people and take them at their word...but in this case..it cost her her life! So sad! I hope the doctors pay dearly for that famlies loss! It could have been prevented...and should have been!

So sad. 4 million ain't enough. I know money won't bring her back but it will take care of her child. And I pray that the people on that waiting list find a new hospital.