# Florida Surgeon Charged After Allegedly Removing Liver Instead of Spleen

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Podcast: [Crime Talk with Scott Reisch](https://stenobird.com/podcast/crime-talk-with-scott-reisch-334294)
Published: 2026-04-15T21:34:00+00:00
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## Resource

Crime Talk Store: https://scottreisch.com/crime-talk-store A Florida surgeon is facing second-degree manslaughter charges after authorities say he removed a patient's liver instead of the spleen during surgery. The case centers on the 2024 death of 70-year-old William "Bill" Bryan while vacationing on Florida's Emerald Coast. Investigators allege the surgeon mistakenly excised the wrong organ, causing catastrophic blood loss and the patient's death on the operating table. Staff concerns, conflicting medical claims, and shocking autopsy findings have now pushed this case into the national spotlight. This video breaks down the allegations, what investigators say happened in the operating room, and why this case is generating major controversy. All suspects are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. #Florida #SurgeryCase #BreakingNews #TrueCrime #MedicalNews #Manslaughter #DoctorCharged

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