The Los Angeles General Medical Center is reaching out to the community for help in a somewhat rare, yet urgent request. The hospital is trying to identify an adult male patient who has been in their care since late December of last year. Found unresponsive in Los Angeles on December 17, 2023, the man, referred to as John Doe, is described as an Asian male, approximately 55 years of age, 5'8" tall, weighing around 160 pounds, with a medium build, dark brown hair, and brown eyes, according to a bulletin released by the hospital.
Efforts to determine the identity of Mr. Doe have been ongoing, yet so far, the clues have been scant. The social work department at the medical center has extended their plea to the press and public, hoping that someone will come forward with information. Mercedes Mark, a clinical social worker at the hospital, stands as a point of contact. She can be reached at 323-409-3786 during operational hours, which run from Monday to Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
For those with potential leads or information beyond the normal working hours, there is an alternative point of contact. Inquiries after 5:00 PM and before 8:00 AM can be directed to the Department of Emergency Medicine, Social Work Department at 323-409-6883. These avenues aim to cast a wide net, seeking the community's assistance, and ensuring that at all times, a line of communication is open for potential identifiers of this John Doe.
