The St. Clair Record reports that a Wisconsin orthopedist and his medical practice are being sued by a former patient who alleges that his wrist fracture was improperly treated. Court papers say that pins placed in the wrist during surgery were negligently removed after only two weeks, and that the fracture didn't heal properly as a result. The plaintiff alleges that the surgeon's negligence caused him to undergo additional surgeries and to suffer nerve dysfunction. According to the St. Clair Record, the victim's wife is claiming loss of consortium. The lawsuit asks for over $200,000 in damages.