By Angela Bronner, AOL Black Voices
It has been confirmed that Dr. Donda West, mother of rap superstar Kanye West, died from "complications due to plastic surgery."
As days have passed and as more and more information has emerged, Dr. West's tragic death is almost a text book case of what NOT to do when having elective surgery.
Dr. West, 58, a former college educator, was co-founder and chair of the Kanye West Foundation at the time of her death.
She had known medical issues, possibly a thyroid and/or heart condition, and was reportedly turned away by another plastic surgeon because he wanted her to get clearance from her internist, which she did not. (TMZ.com)
West instead went to Dr. Jan Adams, who briefly hosted TV show, 'The Other Half' and a Discovery Channel health program, for a tummy tuck and breast reduction. Adams paid two patients almost $500,000 to settle two malpractice suits in 2001.
According to TMZ.com, Donda West's operation lasted eight hours -- twice as long as it should have. In addition, instead of sending Ms. West to a recovery center, she was sent home, where she died a day after her surgery, and before paramedics arrived.
As it turns out, not only is Dr. Adams not Board Certified with the American Board of Plastic Surgery, but he currently has a bevy of open malpractice suits, including allegations of sexual battery and physical assault, DUI convictions and pending disciplinary action from the California Medical Board.
In an initial statement Adams said that West's death was "unforeseen and could have been caused by a heart attack, pulmonary embolism, or massive vomiting."
An autopsy performed on November 13 will officially determine Dr. Donda West's cause of death. Funeral arrangements are reportedly scheduled for Tuesday, November 20 in Oklahoma.
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By: JC on 11/15/2007 10:14PM
First, My Condolences To Kanye West And His Family. This Is Such A Tragedy! I Hope And Pray That This Will Alert Others To The Risk Associated With Elective Cosmetic Procedures.
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By: Natalia on 11/16/2007 10:03AM
We wish God's blessings to you and your family that they will be able to heal from this tragedy.
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By: sharifah sadiq on 11/16/2007 2:11PM
I am sure that this is Kanye's period. As a spiritual paerson I must say that "God" will use the loss of our family, our wealth, and food to get our attention.
Keep "God" first... Kanye! and don't get confused between his creation and him. "There is no one or nothing like God." He is alone without partners.
Grieve your mothers death, realize what you can do about it, if she was wronged and move on.
I am a mother and I too have a son. I would not want my him to loose his mind when I pass. Pray, stay strong and again move on.
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By: Darcell Hooper on 11/16/2007 5:25PM
Kanye, please know that energy is neither created nor destroyed; your mom is now your guardian angel. She continues to be with you (though not in the physical sense) and I hope you are aware of this. Please continue to keep on keeping on because this is what she wants for you; she would never be able to be at ease seeing you miserable. Take your place Kanye, it is now time.
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By: snupe on 11/17/2007 10:07AM
My prayers go out to Kanye and the West Family. Dr. West was an inspiration to all of us. She will be deeply missed for her wisdom and unconditional beauty she gave in expressions of words. RIP Dr. West you are with the Angels in Heaven now and forever.
Ken
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By: Kendra on 11/17/2007 11:32AM
Kanye stay strong brother, weeping may endure for the night but joy comes in the morning. You know as well as anyone else the special bond that you and your mother shared and that's a bond that will never be broken not even by death. So instead of saying goodbye just say see you will..... My thoughts and prayers are with you allow your self time to heal and through God and the help of your family and fans you will make it through the storm. God Bless.
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By: John Bozeman on 11/17/2007 4:16PM
Kanye,
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By: Rees on 11/18/2007 6:20AM
The loss of parent is never easy and it's especially difficult to deal with when it's something due to something that apparently could have been avoided. Dr. Donda West's passing is a tragic on many levels; 1.) She was clearly an awesome mother, 2.) An excellent educator, & 3.) An ideal human being. Her presence will be missed but her spirit will be felt for an eternity. Kanye use these emotions you're feeling in you next project. When you're heart is in whatever you do, it shows and people who couldn't feel you before will feel you now. This is your break-through. Chi-town, stand up. Let's honor a woman of substance. Rest In Peace, Dr. West.
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By: lucille nix frederick on 11/18/2007 7:01AM
my child you must remember you are god child and so were your mother and she is in good hands ,god hands
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By: lucille nix fred on 12/01/2007 5:54PM
kanye i would like you to always remember that you are god child and so were your mother and she is in good hands and that gods hands, my blessing are with you.
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