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Petition Letter: To whom it may concern,

On March 16th, I was hit by a car. I was rushed to the hospital by ambulance with my leg bent at an unnatural angle and in excruciating pain. After several hours in the Emergency department, I was diagnosed with compound tibia and fibula fractures. While waiting for surgery, I was given hydromorphone as well as several other medications for the pain. I had emergency surgery within 12 hours of being hit, where the surgeon placed two plates and multiple screws in my leg. I was released from the hospital, and my mother drove me back home to Toronto. I was told I am not able to put weight on my leg for eight weeks.

My first week home in Toronto was difficult as I was on pain medication but still unable to sleep, and I suffered from bad nightmares. I am now better able to focus but am still in bed, with my leg elevated at all times to reduce the pain. It is still very painful to move, and I am uncomfortable most of the time.

When I was discharged, I was told I would return for my follow-up appointment in 14 days. However, my appointment to remove my cast, evaluate my recovery and remove my sutures/staples was delayed until next Wednesday, April, 10th 2024.

Additionally, I find myself extremely tired after attempting to complete basic tasks and short periods of work. That being said, I have been in touch with my professors and have been trying to complete as much work as possible online.

I have completed most of my coursework and am writing in the hopes of qualifying for an aegrotat grade in my courses, excusing myself from my final exams and papers.

Thank you for your time and consideration,

Zoe Caldwell

20329393
21zmc1@queensu.ca