Background

This is Michael's first few months at FMC Federal Fort Worth Medical Facility. IT IS BAD! THE BOP is a joke and is STEALING MILLIONS of taxpayers' money every day. The motto among prison workers is "Look busy." 

Timeline of Events Regarding Michael Sylvara

 Alleged Crime, Legal Proceedings, and Key Individuals

• Michael Sylvara was accused of misappropriating $42,000 of his father’s Social Security funds.
• Following two trials, critical documents proving the funds were accounted for were withheld by the prosecution.
• Incorrect calculations on expenditures falsely inflated the alleged amount to $42,000, while proper accounting would have placed it below $10,000.
• Key Individuals in the Case:
  • Judge Roseann Ketchmark – Presided over the case in the Western District of Missouri, 8th Circuit.
  • Don Kahn – Investigator who allegedly lied under oath during the trial and should face impeachment.
  • Courtney Pratt – The initial prosecutor who was promoted following the first trial, which ended in a hung jury.
  • Bradley Cooper – The prosecutor for the second trial.
  • Rosanna Hughes – Defense attorney who represented Michael during the trial.
• Millions of taxpayer dollars were spent prosecuting Michael for an alleged small offense he maintains he did not commit, raising questions about checks and balances in the federal system.

Appeal Highlights

• Chelsea Wilson – Authored the merit appeal, which is highly critical of the court’s actions and offers a compelling argument for dismissal of Michael’s case.
• The appeal clearly outlines the injustices Michael suffered, demonstrating the lack of accountability and fairness in the legal process.

Imprisonment

• December 30, 2024 – Michael surrendered to Fort Worth Federal Prison, 500 miles from his family.
• Arrived with prescriptions and medical records, as advised by the Bureau of Prisons (BOP).
• Only part of his prescriptions were approved; his pain medication was rejected pending a consultation with a provider.

Initial Maladministration

• Michael was issued inadequate supplies upon arrival—no pillow, blanket, or proper winter clothing. Fellow inmates provided these essentials.
• Insulin prescriptions were mishandled, with attempts to administer incorrect and unsafe doses.

Ongoing Medical Neglect

• For 4 weeks, staff repeatedly misentered the timing and dosage of Michael’s insulin. Nurses denied administration, citing “chart errors,” leaving him hypoglycemic multiple times.
• One nurse provided Michael with bent insulin needles, an unacceptable practice that poses serious health risks.
• Staff treated Michael dismissively, often refusing care and directing him to others who would do the same.

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Issues and Lab Negligence

• One of the most concerning issues involved Michael’s hormone replacement therapy (HRT), with critical delays and repeated errors in lab testing.
  • 1/6/2025 – First lab result showed a normal testosterone level of 1218 ng/dL.
  • 1/16/2025 – Second lab result showed a drop to 367 ng/dL, a significant decline within 10 days.
  • Lab 3, Lab 4, Lab 5 – All results came back invalid. The chance of three sequential invalid labs is statistically improbable (1 in a million according to a microbiologist’s evaluation).
  • 2/10/2025 – Seventh lab finally completed, showing testosterone at 74 ng/dL, a critically low level.
    • For context: Normal testosterone for females is 15-70 ng/dL. A male with levels at 74 ng/dL can experience debilitating symptoms, including chronic fatigue, depression, cognitive issues, muscle loss, reduced bone density, and a diminished quality of life.
• Despite these alarming results, no medical professional actively monitored Michael’s condition, nor scheduled a follow-up lab or treatment.

Administrative Barriers

• Repeatedly submitted complaints (“Cop Outs”) and sought help through official channels. Medical follow-ups and important requests were delayed or canceled without explanation.
• For example:
  • 1/31/2025 – A lab request by the supervisor of records was canceled without notice.
  • 2/7/2025 – A second lab request by the dietitian was also canceled.

Family Visitation Denied

• 1/11/2025 – Michael’s wife and children submitted visitation forms.
• A visit was planned for 1/25/2025, but approval was delayed due to staff mismanagement of paperwork.
• Michael was not informed when the visitation was approved, resulting in his family canceling their trip, causing emotional distress and wasted time and resources.

Impact on Health and Well-Being

• Michael has faced numerous life-threatening situations due to medical neglect, such as dangerously low blood sugar episodes, insulin overdoses, and inappropriate medication handling.
• The failure to expedite HRT, combined with mishandled labs, has caused severe and ongoing physical and emotional harm.
• Being 500 miles from his family has created significant emotional and financial hardship for his wife and children.

Key Questions for Accountability

• Why were three consecutive labs invalid, a statistical anomaly in standard medical practice?
• Why is no medical professional overseeing Michael’s care despite critical symptoms?
• How much longer will Michael endure neglect before proper treatment is provided?
• What consequences will those responsible for these injustices face, especially given the clear evidence presented in the appeal?

The negligence and disregard for proper medical care, alongside administrative and legal failures, have endangered Michael’s health and well-being. The legal and medical mismanagement of this case underscores a systemic failure, demanding immediate intervention to ensure justice and prevent further suffering.