SPBMCC Member Eleni Coffinas Obtains $3 Million in Delayed Diagnosis Case

On June 30, 2023, SPBMCC Partner Eleni Coffinas successfully recovered $3 million for a woman who received a nine-month delay in her breast cancer diagnosis.

50-Year-Old Woman Waits 18 Months for Breast Cancer Diagnosis

In December 2018,  the plaintiff presented with a rash/mass complaint and had a mammogram interpreted as negative/consistent with cellulitis. She received instructions to return in six months or sooner if symptoms persist. After following up with her healthcare provider, she was given an ointment for her rash, but her condition did not improve, so in April 2019, she asked for the name of a breast surgeon.  She was given one by the nurse practitioner but lost it and asked again in June 2019.  

Delay in Diagnosis Leads to the Spread of Cancer

The plaintiff got an appointment for the following September when she was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer, spread to seven lymph nodes.  She had a mastectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. 

Eleni Coffinas Represents the Plaintiff

As a result of her delayed diagnosis, the plaintiff sought representation at SPBMCC, where Eleni Coffinas was the trial attorney. Coffinas settled the case for $3 million in the Bronx to compensate for the delayed diagnosis.

Learn More About Eleni Coffinas

With abundant experience in medical malpractice law, Eleni Coffinas is a powerful advocate for individuals impacted by negligent healthcare providers and has helped her clients obtain multimillion-dollar settlements. In addition, Ms. Coffinas specializes in medical malpractice cases, including birth injuries, delayed diagnoses, and surgical and cardiac cases. To learn more about Eleni Coffinas, click here.