September 29th 2024.
The tragic loss of a young child has ignited a call for change as the family of the toddler who died at a Perth hospital is determined to prevent anyone else from experiencing the same pain. Sanjoy Dhar, the grieving father, has reached out to the public for support in signing a petition that urges the government to terminate a 15-year contract with Ramsay Health Care, the company in charge of operating the Joondalup Health Campus.
In a recent interview, Dhar shared his motivation for starting this petition, stating, "I'm not seeking justice for myself because I know nothing can bring back my son. Our goal is to ensure that no other family has to endure the same tragedy." Dhar's son, Sandipan, passed away at just 21 months old from an undiagnosed form of leukaemia that could have been treated if detected earlier. His parents believe that the hospital failed to conduct crucial blood tests, despite a referral from their GP.
Dhar has taken matters into his own hands by launching two petitions, one of which calls for Ramsay Health Care to be barred from providing services in Western Australia. The other petition demands mandatory protocols to ensure that diagnostic tests are routinely performed. WA Health Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson has acknowledged the family's concerns and is working closely with them to address their demands. She reassured the public that they are committed to implementing necessary changes to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.
A report initiated by Ramsay Health Care has already cleared the medical staff at Joondalup Health Campus of any wrongdoing. However, the family is not satisfied with the results and is determined to bring about change through their petitions. When asked about the response from Ramsay Health Care, Dhar stated that they have declined to comment and are awaiting the results of an independent review into the hospital's paediatric emergency services.
The growing number of cases where West Australians have been denied proper healthcare has raised concerns among politicians, with opposition MP Steve Martin voicing his support for the family's cause. The petitions are set to be presented in state parliament in November, and the family is hopeful to garner 100,000 signatures. Dhar shares his emotional journey, saying, "I haven't had the time to grieve yet. But when we finally get justice, I will allow myself to cry."
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