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This delay was unusual as St. John’s Hospital typically files birth certificates within ten days of birth. According to a hospital, the lag occurred due to the absence of a parent or designated representative to sign the certificate. Interestingly, the certificate was signed by a person described as a “friend.” However, the signature remains illegible.

Another unusual occurrence is, Anne Heffernan, RNC, the “Attendant or Certifier’s” signature. Anne was not present in the delivery room, nor did she see the baby.

However, hospital representatives clarified that although it is standard for the attending doctor to sign, it is not mandatory. Heffernan was authorized to sign in the doctor’s absence.