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David D. White helps falsify “Doctor Recommendations”.

 

David D. White helped try and falsify “Doctor Recommendations” to get his clients son OPERATED on when 2/3 doctor’s recommended wait-and-see approach.

 

The idea that you could get away with falsifying doctor wishes is amazing. But yes that is the course Mr. White tried.

 

When it comes to the health and safety of a little 8 year old, Mr. White will do anything to make a dollar.

 

His plan was to get sole discussion making rights and then operate on a little 8 year old even knowing that 2/3 doctor did not recommend that course.

 

The nice thing is he was easily out maneuvered by the 8 year olds father who took the issue to the Parenting Coordinator. The Parenting Coordinator issued a report also recommending a wait and see approach which Mr. White is trying to fight. Now Mr. White is falsifying Doctor’s position to a Judge.

We will see the outcome but I think it will not be in Mr. Whites favor.

 

Is there no limits to what Mr. White will do, even when it comes to the health of a 8 year old boy?

 

 

Less-Than-Optimal

 

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Dr.THREE 01/27/2014, 45:22 minutes, Intermittent Exotropia. I would highly recommend this doctor in Arizona. Patient 7 years old at the time.

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POSTED: Wednesday, August 16, 2017

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https://youtu.be/cWfhd-Je0jI

I hope this recording will help people understand Intermittent Exotropia. Please also look at the “American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus” web site https://www.aapos.org/

 

Lilian Charell Thompson had this recording before the PC report was written by Annette K. Trainor Burns and before the trial that followed. Lilian Charell Thompson did not know of the recording’s existence when she sent the email to Annette K. Trainor Burns stating “YOUNGEST_SON’s current condition is substantial enough that surgery has been recommended by” doctor “THREE”.

 

Annette K. Trainor Burns both listened to the recording and was given a copy.

 

I felt recording the doctor was necessary to protect our son. From Dr. Moran’s (Custody Evaluator) report (See Ripoff Report #1087692: “David D. White Law Offices of David D. White David D White, very dishonest.”)

 

“Father cited several statements that he argued are inaccurate in Mother’s counsel’s letters. Father pointed out that Mr. White is responsive to Mother’s instructions to him and that she is responsible for misrepresentations and dishonest statements Mr. White makes regarding their case. Father is correct that Mother made inaccurate statements; for example, during her deposition, which she later corrected. It is not known whether or not Mother reviewed the documents from her counsel and specifically authorized him to issue statements and allegations that are inaccurate.”

 

02/03/2014, Lillian Thompson: “YOUNGEST_SON’s current condition is substantial enough that surgery has been recommended by” doctor “THREE”

 

vs.

 

03/17/2014, Annette K. Trainor Burns, “Dr. THREE did not “recommend” surgery but noted it as a possible solution.”

 

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Dr. THREE (17:02): “The glasses do help his vision”

 

Dr. THREE (18:15): “It was not easy for me to dis-associate him, when I let him read a lot on his own I did not see his eye or eyes drifting out, he was quite strait until I started breaking up his fusion, and now he has a tendency, we all have a little bit tendency, see for the eyes to drift once you’ve gone ahead”

 

Dr. THREE (21:47): “Um, I think you have done as much as you can do with regard to, um, treatment I mean he has these glasses on”

 

Lillian Charell Thompson (22:45): “At that point won’t he have lost, say some, depth perception”

Dr. THREE (22:50): “No”

Dr. THREE (22:51): “He would re-gain it”

 

Brian David Vaughn (24:40): “So if this was your kid would you operate on him today?”

Dr. THREE (24:43): “I, I would just follow him.”

 

Brian David Vaughn (25:05): “Alright, but not right now”

Dr. THREE (25:07): “I wait!”

Brian David Vaughn (25:07): “Right”

 

Dr. THREE (25:27): “about ½ the time or more” [Is that 50%, seems like it!]

 

Brian David Vaughn (25:33): “But he is not even remotely close to 50%.”

Dr. THREE (25:36): “Not what I am seeing”

Brian David Vaughn (25:37): “Right”

 

Dr. THREE (25:42): “Third question be what if we wait, ah I am not aware that you going to cause him any harm, at the present time”

 

Dr. THREE (31:27): Dr. Mark Salevitz discussion. Dr. THREE did not recommend following Dr. Mark Salevitz recommendation (my opinion).

 

Lillian Charell Thompson (31:45): “No, the first doctor was, was done, he said if you want to have the procedure done call me and we will schedule it.

Lillian Charell Thompson (31:50): “Right out of the gate”

 

Lillian Charell Thompson (38:08): “If we wanted to get him away from the glasses since, there, the original intent of the glasses was not for vision it was for the exotropia, how would we, because Dr. Salevitz had said that he may need glasses but not for several more years.

Lillian Charell Thompson (38:23): “Is there a way to get him off the glasses now?”

 

Dr. THREE (38:55): Recommends glasses.

 

Dr. THREE (39:30): “Mom and Dad are just concerned, and you heard, I think I am agreeing with the doctor that is kind of a waiting and seeing how you do and who knows maybe you don’t need anything”.

Brian David Vaughn (39:42): “There you go.”

Lillian Charell Thompson (39:44): “Maybe not glasses neither.”

 

Lillian Charell Thompson (42:04): “I just hate for him to wear glasses before he needs to”

Lillian Charell Thompson (42:07): “is the only thing.”

 

Dr. THREE (45:00): “Maybe you don’t have anything that need to be done, so you know, good luck!”

 

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Did Lillian Thompson answer Annette Burns question of 02/26/2014 at 9:30 am “Is it your understanding that Dr. THREE verbally recommended YOUNGEST_SON be operated on”?

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POSTED: Thursday, August 10, 2017

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Lillian Thompson replied 02/26/2014 at 11:21 am and 02/26/2014 at 01:28 pm.

 

02/03/2014, Lillian Thompson: “YOUNGEST_SON’s current condition is substantial enough that surgery has been recommended by” doctor “THREE”

 

vs.

 

03/17/2014, Annette K. Trainor Burns, “Dr. THREE did not “recommend” surgery but noted it as a possible solution.”

 

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From: Lil Thompson <xxxxxxxxxx_xx@yahoo.com>

To: Annette Burns <pc@btlawyers.com>

Cc: 'Brian D Vaughn' <xxxxxxxxxx@yahoo.com>; Lil Thompson <xxxxxxxxxx_xx@yahoo.com>

Sent: Wednesday, February 26, 2014 1:28 PM

Subject: Re: Dr. FOUR appointment issue in Tucson

Hello Annette,

 

During the appointment, Dr. THREE posed the question as to what Dr. TWO's next step would be if the glasses were not effective in treating YOUNGEST_SON's Exotropia.  Brian responded that Dr. TWO would consider surgery for YOUNGEST_SON.

 

In his examination notes, Dr. THREE recommended "follow up with Dr. TWO for further treatment and possible surgery".  This statement in itself may not be an outright recommendation that surgery be performed, but it indicates an openness to the possibility that it may be needed. [Bold Added]

 

Dr. Salevitz was not mentioned specifically in any of Dr. THREE's notes because the majority of the conversation centered around Dr. TWO's recommendations. [Bold Added]

 

I would like to clarify that only Dr. TWO maintains the 50% misalignment requirement.  Doctors THREE and Salevitz did not approach the issue in this manner.  In fact, Dr. Salevitz has stated that if surgery is postponed until 50% misalignment, the surgery would most likely not be successful. 

 

I hope this suffices in answering Brian's question below.  Thank you for the reminder on this point. 

 

Very Best Regards,

Lil

 

From: Annette Burns <pc@btlawyers.com>

To: 'Lil Thompson' <xxxxxxxxxx_xx@yahoo.com>

Cc: 'Brian D Vaughn' <xxxxxxxxxx@yahoo.com>

Sent: Wednesday, February 26, 2014 11:31 AM

Subject: Dr. FOUR appointment issue in Tucson

 

Lil:  Regarding #2 below, Brian notified us on 2/20 that he was waiting for YOUR response regarding the Dr. Salevitz/ Dr. THREE question.    Specifically, Brian stated:   “I have not got a reply from Lillian on my question, this plays to my decision on my appointment with Dr. FOUR which is after I meet you.”      

 

So, I do not expect Brian to answer your question about the Tucson appointment (with Dr. FOUR) until you respond to this question:   “Is it your understanding that Dr. THREE verbally recommended YOUNGEST_SON be operated on?   Or are you basing that on Dr. Salevitz translation of Dr. THREE report?” [Bold Added]

 

To put it more succinctly, until Brian (and I) have seen written reports from the doctors you have consulted who appear to be recommending surgery, he probably cannot respond further about his proposed appointment with Dr. FOUR.   I understand from Lil’s email below that Dr. Salevitz’s report is forthcoming, so we’ll wait on that. [Bold Added]

 

Annette

 

From: Lil Thompson [mailto:xxxxxxxxxx_xx@yahoo.com]

Sent: Wednesday, February 26, 2014 11:21 AM

To: Annette Burns

Cc: 'Brian D Vaughn'; Lil Thompson

Subject: Re: Summary of Results from Third Opinion, YOUNGEST_SON Vaughn - Annette's response 2-17-14

 

Hello Annette,

 

Item 2 below continues to be open regarding whether the ophthalmologist appointment in Tucson that Brian has scheduled earlier will be kept or cancelled.

 

Today I followed up on item 3 and unfortunately the report has been delayed.  They have indicated it will be completed by the end of the week, and I will follow up with a phone call Friday and update you on the status.

 

Thank you and very best regards,

Lil

 

From: Annette Burns <pc@btlawyers.com>

To: 'Lil Thompson' <xxxxxxxxxx_xx@yahoo.com>

Cc: 'Brian D Vaughn' <xxxxxxxxxx@yahoo.com>

Sent: Thursday, February 20, 2014 9:28 AM

Subject: RE: Summary of Results from Third Opinion, YOUNGEST_SON Vaughn - Annette's response 2-17-14

 

My responses below.

 

From: Lil Thompson [mailto:xxxxxxxxxx_xx@yahoo.com]

Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2014 4:26 PM

To: Annette Burns

Cc: 'Brian D Vaughn'

Subject: Re: Summary of Results from Third Opinion, YOUNGEST_SON Vaughn - Annette's response 2-17-14

 

Dear Annette,

 

1)  would you please clarify whether I am to attend the meeting between yourself and Brian in March?  No, Lil’s attendance is not necessary as this is an appointment Brian requested.

 

2)  Brian has scheduled an appointment in March for a fourth ophthalmologist in Tucson.  I have asked for clarification as to whether that appointment will be kept and have received no response.  Would you please let me know?  Brian, have you responded to this regarding the ophamalogist (sic) appointment?   Please do, if you have not.

 

3)  Dr. Salevitz' office will issue a report on their recommendations for treatment of YOUNGEST_SON's strabismus, likely next week.  Upon receipt, I will forward it immediately.  Thank you.

 

Thank you very much for your assistance.

Best Regards,

Lil

 

From: Annette Burns <pc@btlawyers.com>

To: 'Lil Thompson' <xxxxxxxxxx_xx@yahoo.com>

Cc: 'Brian D Vaughn' <xxxxxxxxxx@yahoo.com>

Sent: Monday, February 17, 2014 10:56 AM

Subject: RE: Summary of Results from Third Opinion, YOUNGEST_SON Vaughn - Annette's response 2-17-14

 

Brian and Lil:  This is to confirm that I received this email from Lil concerning the issue of YOUNGEST_SON’s eyes.  I previously received the email from Dr. FIRST_NAME TWO (February 3).

 

Please note that I will need a written report directly from Dr. Salevitz concerning his recommendations for YOUNGEST_SON.  I cannot accept a parent’s interpretation of a doctor’s recommendations.   Please let me know if any other written recommendations from any medical professionals are forthcoming on this subject.

 

Brian has a meeting scheduled with me for March 5 and I understand we will be discussing this topic.   I understand that Brian is not in favor of the surgery and at this point, it appears that Lil might be in favor of it.   As there are conflicting opinions, the surgery will NOT take place until this issue is resolved, either by agreement of the parents or a court ruling.   I hope I don’t need to say this, but neither of you should be scheduling surgery at this point.  You each have the right to schedule appointments for further opinions, and as always, you should notify the other parent of scheduled appointments, and the other parent is permitted to attend (but is not permitted to cancel the appointment). [Bold Added]

 

I look forward to discussing this issue with you both.

 

Annette

 

From: Lil Thompson [mailto:xxxxxxxxxx_xx@yahoo.com]

Sent: Wednesday, February 12, 2014 4:04 PM

To: Annette Burns

Cc: Lil Thompson; Brian D Vaughn

Subject: Re: Summary of Results from Third Opinion, YOUNGEST_SON Vaughn

 

Dear Annette,

 

Since June of last year, Brian and I have taken YOUNGEST_SON to see ophthalmologists Salevitz and TWO multiple times, and Dr. FIRST_NAME THREE, located in Tucson, on one occasion, to offer recommendations on YOUNGEST_SON’s eye misalignment.  We have both been present at all appointments.  After numerous appointments, we continue to be in disagreement as to what is in YOUNGEST_SON’s best interest and as such I am requesting your recommendation.

 

On Monday February 10, Dr. Salevitz reiterated his consistent recommendation that YOUNGEST_SON needs surgery.  He based his recommendation for surgery on the fact that YOUNGEST_SON's eyes, despite his glasses being in place for several months now, continue to be significantly misaligned (I saw it myself during the appointment, and since) at longer range (roughly 5 to 10 feet) distances, coupled with the fact that his left eye remained misaligned through two blinks (was not corrected quickly, i.e. poor control).  Dr. THREE also indicated the glasses are not helping the eye misalignment.  Since the initial appointment with Dr. Salevitz in June of last year, YOUNGEST_SON’s eyes have shown no improvement and have remained unchanged.  During the appointment, Brian made the statement that the glasses were not intended to correct the misalignment to begin with, and both Dr. Salevitz and I immediately disagreed with him.  The primary purpose of the glasses as recommended by Dr. TWO was to improve alignment, and both doctors Salevitz and THREE concur that the glasses are not an effective “medicine” to treat this condition. [Bold Added]

 

While a surgical procedure is not an emergency, Dr. Salevitz’ belief is that the longer we put any surgical procedure off, the degree of success of the surgery will be reduced and the potential for crossing eyes increased.  This is because he has observed in adults, who have allowed eye misalignment to persist for years then had eye muscle surgery in adulthood, a significant and permanent loss of depth perception and peripheral vision despite surgical procedures.   Over time, the eyes are allowed to drift independently from one another as the individual's control and ability to align them breaks down, thus more time is spent misaligned and as a result depth perception and peripheral vision is permanently lost.  Once lost, depth perception and peripheral vision cannot be regained simply by straightening the eyes through surgery.  It is a brain-related function which extends beyond my understanding of this subject.  Statistics provided verbally by both Doctors Salevitz and TWO indicate that misalignment of the eyes either remains the same or worsens with time.  YOUNGEST_SON’s current condition is substantial enough that surgery has been recommended by doctors Salevitz and THREE. [Bold Added] 

 

Dr. Salevitz disagreed with many things quoted in Dr. TWO's email, and could not comment as to where Dr. TWO was getting his statistics, such as a 5% possibility of crossing eyes.  He did not believe these numbers held any weight or were valid in any way, except that the surgery is 85% successful on the first pass and a second one may be required at some point in life, maybe even into adulthood.  Dr. Salevitz strongly disagreed with Dr. TWO's criteria of surgery when at 50% misalignment during waking hours.  He did not believe there was an accurate way to assess when a child was at 50% misalignment, and further if a patient were drifting even 30% to 40% of their waking hours (less than Dr. TWO’s surgical criteria) and allowed to continue over extended periods of time, this would result in permanent loss of depth perception and peripheral vision as described in the third paragraph above.  Dr. Salevitz also did not believe other ophthalmologists would recommend their patients continue to 50% misalignment and expressed that Dr. TWO, who operates as a sole entity, holds the minority opinion among ophthalmologists.  Dr. Salevitz also did not agree with Dr. TWO's statement that YOUNGEST_SON has "good" control over his eyes, in particular at longer distances.  He would rate it as moderate at best, thus his recommendation for surgery.  Dr. Salevitz is part of a team of 9 ophthalmologists working throughout the valley. [Bold Added]

 

The risk of vision loss being well under 1% as claimed by Dr. TWO is common to all eye muscle surgeries, not particular to him.  It relates to risk of infection, perforation, and other complications as a result of the surgery, and Dr. Salevitz has never seen this occur in 20 years. 

 

With the above information, I would like your assistance in selecting the best path going forward for YOUNGEST_SON.  My belief is that it is in his best interest to pursue eye muscle surgery now as I believe, after many office visits and conversations, that it is the best solution for him.  I hope you will feel free to contact any and all of the aforementioned ophthalmologists to verify what I have set forth above.  Their telephone numbers are as follows: [Bold Added]

 

Dr. Mark J Salevitz/Arizona Pediatric Eye Specialists (480) 835 0709 is the main number; his assistant’s name is Samantha.

 

Dr. FIRST_NAME TWO/Xxxxxxxxx_xxxxxx (602) XXX XXXX

 

Dr. FIRST_NAME THREE (520) XXX XXXX

 

As mentioned previously, this is a complex and important decision, and worthy of great consideration.

 

Thank you and very best regards,

Lil

 

From: Annette Burns <pc@btlawyers.com>

To: xxxxxxxxxx_xx@yahoo.com; xxxxxxxxxx@yahoo.com

Sent: Wednesday, February 5, 2014 5:07 AM

Subject: FW: Summary of Results from Third Opinion, YOUNGEST_SON Vaughn

 

Brian and Lil:   I am confirming I received the email below from Dr. TWO.   I understand that Brian has requested an appointment on this, and his appointment will be scheduled when I return to town.   I am out of town this week and next for my xxxxxxx xxxxxxx.   In the meantime, each of you are welcome to comment on this email and issue further, so I understand what the possible dispute or issue is on this treatment.

 

Thank you,

annette

 

From: FIRST_NAME TWO [mailto:xx@xxxxxxxxxxx.com]

Sent: Monday, February 03, 2014 8:40 AM

To: Lil Thompson

Cc: Brian D Vaughn; Annette Burns

Subject: Re: Summary of Results from Third Opinion, YOUNGEST_SON Vaughn

 

Good morning Ms. Thompson,

 

Thank you for allowing me to evaluate and give suggestions on how to handle YOUNGEST_SON's eye issues. I'm glad you were able to get additional opinions on how to best help YOUNGEST_SON.

 

Unfortunately, surgical decisions are not made based on the amount of time spent in glasses, but based on how well a child can keep both eyes working together. So it's impossible to answer your question directly. I'm certain that the other physicians you have visited have vast experience and are quite capable. Medicine is an art and a science. Strabismus is treated based on scientific evidence, but it's management is still quite variable because the examination, decision making and surgery performed are quite different from one physician to another. As there are 20 programs in the country training pediatric ophthalmologists, there are 20 different versions of how to approach each facet. Additionally, each physician modifies their examination, decision making and surgical technique in unique ways that work best for them and their perception of diseases.  Therefore, there are well over a thousand different approaches to the art of caring for children and adults with strabismus. I can only redirect you to what works best for my patients.

 

As we discussed at length in our last office visit, YOUNGEST_SON has moderate to good control over the misalignment. His control, during our office visit, was significantly improved while wearing glasses. I only recommend surgery for exotropia when a patient's eye wanders outwards 50% or more of their waking hours. There is no device/video system available to determine the percentage of the day spent in misalignment, so we determine that based on our brief encounters - taking into account parent and teacher observations, my staff's findings and my own.  As we discussed, many factors influence his level/degree of control, including, but not limited to: wakefulness, fatigue, time of examination, travel time to exam, length of time waiting in office for exam, medical dilation of pupils, medications, health/illness, lighting, distance and type of visual stimulus.  Currently, given YOUNGEST_SON's good control, I recommend that you continue to have him wear his glasses as much as possible, perform daily (or more) convergence exercises and emphasize precise near tasks (mazes, fine motor activities, drawing, reading...)  He needs regular examinations by a pediatric ophthalmologist to be sure he is not losing vision or his abilities to control his perception of depth. [Bold Added]

 

I'm certain that other observers with other medical standards, powers of clinical observation and surgical experience will have other recommendations for you. All of the factors listed in the previous paragraph play a role. I can only give recommendations based on my training and experience. My suggestions are based on my findings of YOUNGEST_SON's ability to use his eyes in a productive fashion.  Luckily, YOUNGEST_SON is not at risk of any vision loss if you follow my suggestion of NOT doing surgery at this time.  If and when I do recommend surgery for him, his risk of vision loss is well under 1% and the chance of being sufficiently aligned NOT to require additional surgery is 90%. He would have a 5% chance of becoming cross-eyed from my surgery, which will almost always (but NOT always) respond well to additional surgery. Crossing of the eyes is less favorable than intermittent wandering. His chance of crossing if surgery were done with his current abilities is higher than 5% and to me, unacceptably high.  I can't provide you with a number as to how high his risk of crossing would be, because I don't recommend or do surgery for children whose eyes wander significantly under 50% of the time. [Bold Added]

 

Again, thank you for allowing me to help in YOUNGEST_SON's care. I am certain that you will receive excellent care with any of the doctor's with whom you've visited, should you choose to follow with them. Please let me know if you have other questions. I would be glad to see YOUNGEST_SON in March or April to give you an updated evaluation of his level of control and current recommendations.

 

Sincerely,

 

FIRST_NAME TWO, MD

 

From: Lil Thompson <xxxxxxxxxx_xx@yahoo.com>

To: "xx@xxxxxxxxxxx.com" <xx@xxxxxxxxxxx.com>

Cc: Brian D Vaughn <xxxxxxxxxx@yahoo.com>; Annette Burns <pc@btlawyers.com>

Sent: Friday, January 31, 2014 11:10 AM

Subject: Summary of Results from Third Opinion, YOUNGEST_SON Vaughn

 

Hello Dr. TWO,

 

This email is in regards to my son, YOUNGEST_SON Vaughn born X/XX/2006 who has been seen by you on several occasions. 

 

On January 27, his father and I took him to Dr. FIRST THREE, who is a member of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, for a third opinion.  Attached is page 4 of the examination notes from that visit.  It clearly states on that page that the glasses, which were originally intended to assist with YOUNGEST_SON's eye misalignment, are not helping to address that issue in any way.  Dr. THREE observed exotropia with the prescribed glasses in place.

 

Would you please advise how long it is recommended to continue the glasses before a procedural option, such as eye muscle surgery, is recommended?  If you are in disagreement with this conclusion please further explain so that I may understand the reasons behind your differing opinion.  Alternatively, you may call me to discuss further.  I look forward to hearing back from you soon regarding this issue. [Bold Added]

 

Thank you and very best regards,

Lillian Thompson

(480) XXX XXXX

 

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Lillian Thompson fails to reply to medical questions asked 02/13/2014, 02/19/2014 and 02/21/2014. Annette Burns request a reply 02/26/2014.

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POSTED: Sunday, August 06, 2017

From: Annette Burns <pc@btlawyers.com>
To: 'Brian vaughn' <xxxxxxxxxx@yahoo.com>; 'Lil Thompson' <xxxxxxxxxx_xx@yahoo.com> 
Sent: Wednesday, February 26, 2014 9:30 AM
Subject: RE: YOUNGEST_SON  Vaughn ( Dr. Joy Approved 02/13/2014 ) re-send second time (2) due to no reply

Lil, I have the same question --- I have no written opinion from THREE, and no written opinion directly from Salevitz, and I don’t know what opinions you are suggesting that they have put forward.

As I stated previously, February 17 email, there will be no surgery until this issue is resolved between the parents.

Lil, your response to this is overdue, and I need your response about your position at this time. [Bold Added]

Annette

From: Brian vaughn [mailto:xxxxxxxxxx@yahoo.com] 
Sent: Friday, February 21, 2014 7:40 AM
To: Brian vaughn; Annette Burns; Lil Thompson
Subject: Re: YOUNGEST_SON  Vaughn ( Dr. Joy Approved 02/13/2014 ) re-send second time (2) due to no reply

From: Brian vaughn <xxxxxxxxxx@yahoo.com>
To: Annette Burns <
PC@BTlawyers.com>; Lil Thompson <xxxxxxxxxx_xx@yahoo.com>; Brian Vaughn <xxxxxxxxxx@yahoo.com
Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2014 5:49 PM
Subject: Re: YOUNGEST_SON  Vaughn ( Dr. Joy Approved 02/13/2014 ) re-send due to no reply


From: Brian vaughn <
xxxxxxxxxx@yahoo.com>
To: Annette Burns <
PC@BTlawyers.com>; Lil Thompson <xxxxxxxxxx_xx@yahoo.com>; Brian Vaughn <xxxxxxxxxx@yahoo.com>; "xxxxxxx@juno.com" <xxxxxxx@juno.com
Sent: Thursday, February 13, 2014 8:52 PM
Subject: YOUNGEST_SON  Vaughn ( Dr. Joy Approved 02/13/2014 )
 

Lil

Is it your understanding that Dr. THREE verbally recommended YOUNGEST_SON  be operated on? [Bold Added]

Or are you basing that on Dr. Salevitz translation of Dr. THREE report? [Bold Added]

Brian

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FC 2010-005937, Minute Entry 05/28/2014, HONORABLE CHRISTOPHER WHITTEN

AUTHOR: - ()

POSTED: Saturday, August 05, 2017

SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA MARICOPA COUNTY

 

FC 2010-005937

 

05/28/2014

 

HONORABLE CHRISTOPHER WHITTEN

 

LILLIAN C. THOMPSON,                                 DAVID D. WHITE

Petitioner,

and

BRIAN DAVID VAUGHN,                                MARIA P. STEIN

 

MINUTE ENTRY

 

The Parties are the parents of two minor children YOUNGEST_SON (born Xxxxx XX, XXXX) and OLDEST_SON (born Xxxxx XX, XXXX). At issue here is a medical decision for YOUNGEST_SON.

 

The Court has received the Parenting Coordinator’s (Annette Burns) Report and Recommendations Dated March 17, 2014.  Mother filed an objection to those recommendations on March 31, 2014.  Father filed a response to that objection on April 14, 2014.  Mother filed a reply on April 28, 2014.  Mother filed a supplement to her reply on May 19, 2014.  Father filed a response to that supplement on May 19, 2014. [Bold Added]

 

THE COURT FINDS the minor child, YOUNGEST_SON, has been diagnosed with intermittent exotropia, an outward drifting of the eye.  He has been seen by multiple doctors, who have made different recommendations for YOUNGEST_SON’s future care.  Both parents have met with all doctors, both advocating for what they believe is best for YOUNGEST_SON.  They have advocated with these doctors in a manner that, at least in part, is responsible for some of the doctors withdrawing from YOUNGEST_SON’s care.  It is truly unfortunate that these parents lack the capacity to communicate with YOUNGEST_SON’s doctors in such a way that the doctors feel comfortable continuing to care for YOUNGEST_SON.

 

The Court heard evidence on Mother’s objection at a hearing on May 27, 2014.  After considering the position of the parties and the evidence presented at trial, including a review of extensive medical records for YOUNGEST_SON, the recommendations of the Parenting Coordinator are adopted as orders of the Court.  Specifically, with respect to YOUNGEST_SON’s diagnosis of intermittent exotropia, the recommendation for conservative, non-surgical care is adopted. [Bold Added]

 

Based upon the testimony and evidence presented,

 

IT IS ORDERED the parties shall continue to monitor YOUNGEST_SON’s vision and shall present any dispute about his future care to the Parenting Coordinator.  

 

Based upon the conduct of the parties and its ultimately harmful effect on YOUNGEST_SON’s medical care,

 

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED neither party shall communicate with any of either child’s medical care providers in writing without sending a copy of all such communication to the other parent.

 

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that neither parent record conversations with any of the children’s medical care providers without the knowledge and consent of all those being recorded.

 

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that neither party shall be awarded attorney’s fees.

 

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED signing this minute entry as a formal order of this Court pursuant to Rule 81, Arizona Rules of Family Law Procedure.

 

 

/S/ JUDGE CHRISTOPHER WHITTEN

___________________________________________________________

JUDGE CHRISTOPHER WHITTEN

JUDICIAL OFFICER OF THE SUPERIOR COURT 

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Parenting Coordinator’s Report And Recommendations Dated March 17, 2014

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LAW OFFICES OF ANNETTE T. BURNS      [Annette K. Trainor Burns]

2600 N. CENTRAL AVENUE

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PHOENIX, AZ 85004

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Annette T. Burns, SBN 09871

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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF MARICOPA

 

In re the Matter of:

 

LILLIAN C. THOMPSON,

Petitioner,                                          [David Donald White Esq., DOB: 05/28/1952]

 

and

 

BRIAN DAVID VAUGHN,

Respondent.

 

                Case No. FC2010-005937

 

PARENTING COORDINATOR’S REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS DATED MARCH 17, 2014

 

(Assigned to the Honorable Christopher Whitten)

 

CHILDREN: OLDEST_SON (DOB: XX-XX-04); YOUNGEST_SON (DOB: XX-XX-06)               

 

ISSUE.  The parents’ disagreement about whether to proceed with eye surgery for YOUNGEST_SON’s eye condition (intermittent exotropia).

 

FINDINGS.

 

Bullet 1, Page 1: “YOUNGEST_SON is diagnosed with exotropia, an eye misalignment condition described as one or both eyes turning outward.    YOUNGEST_SON’s exotropia is “intermittent”.    

 

Bullet 2, Page 2: “YOUNGEST_SON originally saw Dr. Mark Salevitz, an eye specialist with Arizona Pediatric Eye Specialists, PLC.   on June 17, 2013.   He was diagnosed at that time with intermittent exotropia.    The possibility of surgery was discussed at that time.”

 

Bullet 6, Page 3: “YOUNGEST_SON was seen again by Dr. Salevitz, in October 2013 and February 2014.   Dr. Salevitz wrote a report dated March 6, 2014.  At the October visit, Dr. Salevitz noted that the exotropia continued.   As of the March 2014 report, he believes that surgery is indicated and says the exotropia will not get better on its own, and there is a risk of loss of steroacuity (depth perception).” 

 

Bullet 7, Page 3: “A third opinion was obtained from FIRST_NAME THREE, M.D. in Tucson and his report/ exam date is 1/27/2014.  Dr. THREE noted visual distortion in both eyes due to myopia, that YOUNGEST_SON’s vision with glasses is excellent, and he recommended continuation of the use of glasses and continued monitoring of his eyes for “change and progression”.   Dr. THREE noted intermittent alternating exotropia with and without the glasses, and noted “don’t see that the glasses are helping with the eye alignment . . . “   He ordered an external photo to document the condition at that time, and recommended follow up with Dr. FIRST_NAME TWO for further treatment and “possible surgery”.   Dr. THREE did not “recommend” surgery but noted it as a possible solution. [Bold added]

 

Bullet 8, Page 3-4, Line 26-2: “No report submitted by the parents (either from a physician or from the parents’ personal observations) allege that the wandering occurs close to or more than 50% of the time.” [Bold added]

 

Bullet 10, Page 4: “The American Association of Pediatric Opthalmology (sic) and Strabismus, www.aapos.org, in its Patient Information section, supports the contradictory opinions of the doctors, stating:

 

Will my child outgrow the intermittent exotropia?  Most exotropia does not resolve completely, but sometimes it may be adequately controlled with or without glasses.

 

How is exotropia treated?   Nonsurgical treatment may include glasses or eye exercises. Occasionally, patching therapy may be recommended. If the eyes are misaligned more often than they are straight, surgery on the eye muscles may be recommended in order to realign the eyes. Your pediatric ophthalmologist will discuss the ideal timing of surgery for your situation.

 

When is surgery for exotropia indicated?  Criteria for surgery may vary somewhat, but generally surgery is indicated when the exotropia is frequently present, when the patient is experiencing significant symptoms (eyestrain, double vision, squinting), or when there is evidence that the patient is losing "binocular vision". Surgery may not be recommended if the exotropia is adequately controlled with glasses.

 

What age is best for exotropia surgery?   Age is not the main determining factor for exotropia surgery. The surgery is appropriate when exotropia is present for the majority of the time, at any age.”

 

Bullet 11, Page 4-5, Line 25-2: “It seems clear that there are at least two routes for treatment of the child’s exotropia at this time, the conservative approach which requires monitoring for change; and the surgical approach to correct the condition now.”

 

Page 5: “RECOMMENDATIONS.     These parents have the same different opinions regarding eye surgery as do the ophthalmologists:    Father wants to take the conservative, wait-and-see approach and Mther (sic) wants to proceed with surgery now.    Based on the differing opinions, the Parenting Coordinator does not recommend that surgery proceed at this time. The parents are in agreement and are diligent with follow-up visits to the ophthalmologist, and the Parenting Coordinator is convinced that these parents will follow doctor’s recommendations and will have the child wear glasses at all appropriate times to treat the condition.” [Bold added]

 

DATED this 17th day of March, 2014.   

 

                                                                                       ________________________

                                                                                                ANNETTE T. BURNS

                                                                                                Parenting Coordinator*

 

*The Parenting Coordinator certifies, by her signature on this document, that she has met or exceeded the education requirements set forth in ARS §25-406(C).

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If your child has Intermittent Exotropia make an informed decision!

I found the right doctor and that doctor prescribed the appropriate glasses. In my son’s case that has controlled the issue for years.

American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus

https://www.aapos.org/

Patient Info > Exotropia (Defined) > Exotropia

“What age is best for exotropia surgery?”

“Age is seldom the main determining factor for exotropia surgery. Surgery is appropriate when exotropia is present for the majority of the patient’s waking hours, regardless of age.” [Underline Added]

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