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Nurse Stole Anesthesia for IVF Patients
11 Sep
Summary
- Netflix series 'The Retrievals' exposes IVF anesthesia scandal.
- Nurse diverted fentanyl, causing surgery without anesthesia.
- Patients sue Yale University over alleged misconduct.
Netflix is set to release 'The Retrievals,' a new series inspired by the acclaimed New York Times podcast of the same name. The drama will focus on a group of IVF patients who unite to take on Yale University.
These patients allege they were operated on without anesthesia because a nurse stole the fentanyl intended for their procedures. The series will explore their fight for accountability against the university.
Oscar nominee Amy Ryan is slated to play Carla Russo, a nurse at the Yale Fertility Center who has pleaded guilty to diverting fentanyl. Emilia Jones will portray Gabby Clemente, a patient who spearheads the legal action against Yale.
Molly Smith Metzler, known for 'Maid' and 'Sirens,' is the writer and executive producer. The series also brings together talent from Metzler's previous collaborations, including producers from LuckyChap and director Lila Neugebauer.
