Liberia Shuts Down Clinic Following Fatal Medical Malpractice Incident

The Liberian Government has closed Lofa Medic Services Clinic following a fatal surgery allegedly performed by Sam Wolobah, who misrepresented himself as a medical doctor. The Ministry of Justice and LMDC are conducting investigations into the malpractice, with Wolobah currently in police custody.

The Government of Liberia has officially closed a private health facility, Lofa Medic Services Clinic, due to a medical malpractice incident that resulted in a patient’s death. This action, undertaken by the Ministry of Justice and the Liberia Medical and Dental Council (LMDC), has led to the arrest of the clinic’s administrator, Sam Wolobah, who allegedly conducted a surgery that culminated in the patient’s demise.

Located in Neezoe, Jacob Town, Paynesville, the clinic is now shuttered pending further investigation into the circumstances surrounding the case. The joint press release by the Ministry of Justice and LMDC, dated March 25, 2025, confirms that Wolobah, who falsely claimed to be a doctor, operated on a 30-year-old patient named Samuel P. Kollie, ultimately leading to his death.

Current reports indicate that Wolobah, who is an Operation Room Technician, misrepresented himself and performed an appendectomy, a procedure involving the removal of the appendix. Under Liberian Penal Code Section 12.35, impersonating a public official with the intent to deceive is considered a criminal offense. He is presently in the custody of the Liberia National Police as inquiries continue into this grave matter.

In summary, the closure of Lofa Medic Services Clinic highlights the serious implications of medical malpractice and misrepresentation within the healthcare sector in Liberia. The arrest of Sam Wolobah for allegedly posing as a medical doctor and conducting a surgery that resulted in a fatality raises significant concerns about patient safety and regulatory enforcement in medical practices.

Original Source: thenewdawnliberia.com