Medical Malpractice

Patients generally go into surgery with the expectation that they’re going to be taken care of by a competent team. While most surgeries are completed without any issues, there are times when things happen that, quite simply, shouldn’t. These issues that shouldn’t...

Unfortunately, the diagnostic process can be quite challenging, even when people have very serious medical issues. It is more common than people might realize for healthcare professionals to make oversights when attempting to diagnose someone. Cancer is a top cause of...

Doctors and medical staff have a duty to try and make their patients better. Generally, this is what happens. Even in cases where this isn’t possible, medical staff have usually done their best.  Sadly, in some cases, medical professionals can fall below the standard...

When someone goes in for surgery, particularly if they’re at a “teaching” hospital, they may reasonably expect that medical and nursing students will observe the procedure. They don’t (and shouldn’t) expect their surgery to be used as a chance for students to practice...

While patients typically rely on doctors to recommend the best treatment for illness or injury, ultimately, patients are the ones who make most medical decisions on their own behalf (with the exception of minors and those who are legally incapacitated). In some cases,...

The umbilical cord is an essential link between the mother and baby during pregnancy. The cord and placenta supply nutrients and oxygen to the baby. Unfortunately, some issues can arise before or during birth and present a real danger to the baby. Some common signs of...

Medications can be very helpful when taken in the correct manner, but if people are given the wrong type or dosage amount it can lead to significant medical problems. Because of this, it is important that medical professionals writing prescriptions, filling...

Apologies from doctors and other health care providers won’t make up for a serious and harmful mistake. However, research has shown that they can make patients and families feel a little better – and in some cases decide not to take legal action. That’s why many...

When someone has a heart attack, any delay in care can be highly problematic. They only have so long to get the medical assistance that they need so that they can survive this serious event. If a doctor misdiagnoses the heart attack as something else and sends that...

Just securing an opportunity to speak with your doctor can take a lot of work. First, you have to call the office and explain to someone in the scheduling department why you need an appointment. Then you will wait until your scheduled appointment, which could take...