Expectant mothers often trust their healthcare providers to make swift and informed decisions during childbirth. What happens when a delayed C-section leads to complications or harm to the mother or baby? Can you seek compensation for the physical and emotional...
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What are the harmful impacts of medication errors?
Today, unsafe medication practices and errors remain a leading cause of preventable injury in health care systems all over the world. This matter is not only an expensive problem but also exposes patients to danger. The cost associated with these mistakes has been...
Is delayed diagnosis considered medical malpractice?
When you seek medical attention, you trust your doctor to identify any underlying illness. However, there are instances when a delayed diagnosis occurs. If a healthcare provider fails to identify a medical condition promptly, it can result in putting off treatment....
Early discharge: Does it count as medical malpractice?
Medical malpractice refers to errors or omissions made by health care professionals, such as doctors and nurses, during patient care. Doctors and nurses should always prioritize their patients' health. This principle applies to all treatments and also to the timing of...
Why women are at higher risk of heart attack misdiagnosis
Health care providers undergo stringent training to properly diagnose health issues because it can be lifesaving during emergencies. By providing accurate diagnosis, a physician can order the correct tests or scans and implement urgent treatments if necessary....
How can overwork and burnout contribute to prescription errors?
Prescription medication is often necessary to help patients recover from severe health conditions, addressing symptoms and various forms of pain. Despite being a helpful tool for recovery, these substances can be deadly if dispensed and taken incorrectly....
Understanding the leading causes of traumatic brain injury
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a broad term that describes any injury that affects the brain and how it functions. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it is a major cause of death and disability. A TBI is usually the result of a...
What you need to know about surgeon burnout
Medical malpractice can occur in a variety of ways. However, one surprising cause is physician burnout. Although burnout can affect workers in every profession, none have as great of a consequence as those in the medical field who are affected by burnout. This can be...
Delayed or misdiagnosed cancer can be fatal
When your health is at stake, you trust your doctor to do everything possible to help you. However, misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis can cause the symptoms to worsen. Cancer is a disease that causes body cells to grow uncontrollably and can spread rapidly to other...
Is understaffing a basis for medical malpractice?
Healthcare providers owe a duty of care to their patients. This duty of care includes providing competent and appropriate medical treatment, given the patient's unique medical condition and needs. Meeting those needs may be challenging when there isn't sufficient...