Overview
- Tussey documented plans for a “mommy makeover” and underwent surgery on Feb. 25 at JourneyLite Surgery Center in Evendale, Ohio.
- Her husband says she became unresponsive in recovery after receiving pain medication and was transported to TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital, where she was placed on life support.
- She remained on life support for roughly two weeks before dying in hospice; her husband announced her death on March 18 via the family’s GoFundMe page.
- Surgeon Dr. Shahryar Tork says the operation was completed successfully, denies his work caused the outcome, and notes post‑op monitoring was handled by the independently owned facility, not his practice; he says he has discontinued procedures at that center.
- Family attorney Bernie Layne says inquiries will examine the actions of medical professionals and other entities involved in her care.