Dr. Adams Cuts and Runs from Larry King

He was supposed to finally discuss the death of his most famous patient, Dr. Donda West, but Dr. Jan Adams bailed on "Larry King Live" instead -- walking off the set live on the air.


Adams did not come out for the first segment of the show -- as he was scheduled. He appeared after the first commercial break, and told Larry King that he would not speak.

Adams then took off his earpiece and walked off the set. Larry quickly threw to commercial.

Later in the show, Alan Tenenbaum, an attorney for Dr. Adams, explained that Adams received a letter from attorneys representing the West family. The letter asked him not to appear on the show.

King left open the possibility that Adams could appear on the show again Wednesday.

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61. Sue this doctor? It was her own fault for going against doctor's orders and getting this procedure done in the first place, AND for not doing her own research. The Dr's past problem's aside, SHE was also at fault. And don't 4get retards, just because TMZ says so, it doesn't mean it's true. Anyone who is on here and "standing" by whatever TMZ says is a freaking idiot! Besides, none of you would give a damn if she wasn't Kanye's mother... Pathetic!

Posted at 1:28AM on Nov 21st 2007 by hellooooooooooo

62. I know of patients who insisted on going home...(usually nurses like myself, go figure)...
One of their nurse friends offered to care for them...and they went home with an IV and fluids...foley catheter in place. Bad idea from my perspective.
Again, with this combo of procedures, the norm is to at least spend one night if not more. I would stay over. I'm sorry but even if my friend, the ICU nurse offered to stay with me I would opt for the hospital. After something like this, you would most definitely need a PCA pump and help to get around.

Posted at 1:30AM on Nov 21st 2007 by grahamcracker977

63. What makes a man decide not to take his moment in the spotlight once he's already gotten over the fact that it's ethically perverted, once he's already hired a media coach, arranged the interview, driven to the studio, and put on makeup?

A call from a rapper? Nah.

Cash.

Think about that.

Posted at 2:24AM on Nov 21st 2007 by Ben

64.
Yeah he flew all the way... and then came on Larry's show and said he won't talk about it.

His lawyer should have told him not get on the plane and just call Larry and cancel it.
But noooooooooooo

he makes himself look even more worse.

Posted at 2:31AM on Nov 21st 2007 by Star

65. 60. Boy ... ol' Oprah's judgement is REAAAAALLY slipping! About every other month now she endorses a pathological liar, a pervert or in this case a butcher.

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Oprah's judgment is just fine. She knows the people she endorses are liars and scammers, and that's fine with her as long as they make her richer. The rich support the rich, they all get richer...at our expense.

Posted at 2:44AM on Nov 21st 2007 by Cynic

66. There are HIPAA laws regarding patient/doctor confidentiality, and yes...he shouldn't speak about Donda West's surgery.

However, he should be able to talk about most of his other allegations that is currently and have been widely reported about on the media. He should be able to take a stand and be able to voice what he needs, and yes, he should have his lawyer present.

Larry King has offered to have him back tomorrow night to voice his side of the story regarding the OTHER allegations. I hope that he accepts. Simply, not addressing these issues, only makes him look like he is hiding something.

Posted at 2:56AM on Nov 21st 2007 by kat

67. Check out Larry's face at the time point of 1:31 into the video. He seemed to forget that he was on camera and he looks ANGRY. I mean, REALLY ANGRY! (his facial expression only lasts a split second, but it is very clear)

Posted at 3:14AM on Nov 21st 2007 by ricardo hilton

68. 72. Check out Larry's face at the time point of 1:31 into the video. He seemed to forget that he was on camera and he looks ANGRY. I mean, REALLY ANGRY! (his facial expression only lasts a split second, but it is very clear)

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You're right! It's almost at the end of the video. Larry clenches his jaw and wrinkles his nose. He looks disgusted and furious, but maybe he's trying to adjust his lower dentures.

Posted at 3:55AM on Nov 21st 2007 by Kevin

69. I have to wonder why Adams sent her home -- it seems cruel. She had 3 operations!

However, in this case, I doubt he did anything illegal.

Still, he is an arrogant creep whose career is toast. Buh-bye, butcher!

Posted at 4:35AM on Nov 21st 2007 by 90210 TV Docs Also Not Board-Certified

70. I remember when Dr. West had a TV show where he showed his ass over and over until old women called and said "STOPP!!!!"...

Posted at 4:39AM on Nov 21st 2007 by Dick The Bruiser

71. dr. adams should also pull himself out of existance... that would be nice .

Posted at 4:46AM on Nov 21st 2007 by kat

72. For any of you seeking healthcare there is a website that lists credentials by state licensing boards. As well it lists whether or not malpractice suits have been filed.
Check out anyone who provides healthcare and try to get the best qualified.

Posted at 8:41AM on Nov 21st 2007 by baccione

73. OK folks, does anyone understand what elective surgery is? She didnt have to have the surgery, it was vanity, she didnt have to die. I feel really bad for Kayne, that was his momma, people die in theese surgeries all the time, thats why they have to sign a waiver. Was that lil nip/tuck really worth it??? I think i would opt to live with what I have and be grateful I dont HAVE to have any life threatening surgeries that are real emergencies rather than take a chance to look a little better, did anyone really give a crap what part of her body wasnt perfect? WE, as a society, have got to get off the "Gotta be a perfect barbie doll to survive" kick, its self centered and disgustingly self indulgent, not to mention so dangerously damaging to our youth.

Posted at 8:45AM on Nov 21st 2007 by sandra cannon

74. Substitute "Donde West's Family" with the word "Attorney" and it makes better sense.

Posted at 8:52AM on Nov 21st 2007 by Chris

75. He honestly should not have accepted an interview with Larry King. Larry King has a lot of interview clout, and he knows that Kanye West is one of the hottest music figures, along with P.Diddy and JayZ.with their producers they have established themselves as some of the most powerful figures in the music industry, he would be an idiot to do any interviews without a lawyer present. PERIOD. His medical career may never recuperate from this, how many people are going to put their well being in his hands now? Probably zero. The whole ordeal is pretty tragic.

Posted at 8:52AM on Nov 21st 2007 by Mary

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