IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION Resident Concern Form
Resident: Patrick Irving IDOC Number: 82431
Institution, Housing Unit, & Cell: ISCI 13A-12B
Date: 12/21/25 To: Health Services Administrator Russell Hill
Issue/Concern: “I first reported a disturbing growth on my nose 1/8/24 during a routine physical. A biopsy performed 5/13/24 failed to confirm it was cancer. The provider who performed the biopsy refused my request to see a dermatologist, stating the issue was cosmetic and would likely heal itself.
After performing a second biopsy Nov. 2025 and identifying the now aggressive growth as cancer, medical staff attributed the initial false results to an insufficient sample and indicated the need for reconstructive surgery once the cancer is removed.
Please describe the steps you will take to treat my medical issue with urgency and honor all medical recommendations to result from prior inadequate treatment.
I’m sorry to hear about this medical issue and pray that it is soon resolved.
Somehow cheerful holiday greetings don’s seem appropriate under these circumstances, but I wish you the best.
Kathy, thank you for the prayers and for continuing to check in on me.
Let’s not let this bureaucratic booger dish ruin our holiday merriment exchange, eh? I appreciate you and your family for all you do and wish you a Merry Christmas!