But Burridge, 44, says Eastern Health is hampering those efforts, by keeping what he calls an essential position not properly filled for months. Meanwhile, Eastern Health said the current transplant co-ordinator has been on leave since the end of summer — but someone will be starting in the role soon. Burridge says calls not being returnedBut Burridge said he's frustrated in dealing with Eastern Health for this process. But Eastern Health said the role has been properly covered since the transplant coordinator position became vacant. Can't comment on specific casesBoth Eastern Health and Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) told CBC Investigates that they can't speak to specific patient cases due to privacy legislation.

Source: CBC News March 05, 2019 10:30 UTC