Local doctor accused of misdiagnosing hundreds of children with epilepsy

Close to 250 families accuse doctor Yasser Awaad in lawsuit

In a class action lawsuit with devastating claims, a local doctor is accused of misdiagnosing hundreds of children.

In the lawsuit, close to 250 families claim doctor Yasser Awaad, a pediatric neurologist, misdiagnosed hundreds of children, saying they had epilepsy.

You can watch Priya Mann's full story in the video posted above.

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Priya joined WDIV-Local 4 in 2013 as a reporter and fill-in anchor. Education: B.A. in Communications/Post Grad in Advanced Journalism

Derick is the Lead Digital Editor for ClickOnDetroit and has been with Local 4 News since April 2013. Derick specializes in breaking news, crime and local sports.

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