Medical Malpractice
What Are the Most Common Types of Hospital Acquired Infections?
When a patient becomes ill with an infection after having been admitted to the hospital for the treatment of an unrelated condition (or within three days of being discharged, and with no existing signs of infection, it can be said to be a hospital-acquired, or nosocomial infection. Healthcare-associated infections are preventable and they represent a…
Read MoreCancer Risk Is Increasing for Younger People
While some cancers do not discriminate, certain lifestyle choices can increase the risk of cancer. For instance, we all know that smoking increases the risk of lung, throat, and mouth cancer. A recent study has highlighted a concerning trend of rising cancer rates among younger Americans, especially women, with gastrointestinal, endocrine, and breast cancers showing…
Read MoreWhat If Doctors Are Thinking About Cancer Treatment All Wrong?
When you receive a cancer diagnosis, you most likely begin thinking about the worst-case scenarios. You are not alone; there are few things more frightening than a cancer diagnosis – except, perhaps, a misdiagnosis. So if you are like most people, you may seek a second opinion to see if a different doctor may have…
Read MorePostpartum Hemorrhage Is a Life-Threatening Condition
The postpartum period, following labor and delivery, is a crucial time that requires careful attention and proper medical care for both newborns and mothers. Unfortunately, when healthcare providers neglect their responsibilities in providing adequate postpartum care, the consequences can be severe. Mothers and their newborns may suffer from serious illnesses or injuries, including the risk…
Read MorePostpartum Psychosis Is Rare, but Life-Threatening
Early into the evening on January 24th, it was reported a 32-year-old woman strangled and killed all three of their children in the basement of her and her husband’s home. The woman was also found injured in their backyard after jumping out of a second-story window in an attempt to commit suicide. She had allegedly…
Read MoreThe Role of Informed Consent in Medical Malpractice Cases
Informed consent is a fundamental principle of patient care. It refers to the process by which a patient is provided with information about a proposed medical treatment or procedure – including risks, benefits, and alternatives – and allows them to make an informed decision about whether to proceed. Informed consent is a legal requirement in…
Read MoreWoman Goes Viral on Social Media After Life-Threatening Misdiagnosis
An Ohio woman named Amanda Buschelman went viral in February on TikTok after telling a story of a visit to her local hospital – leading to a life-threatening misdiagnosis. Buschelman, who is now recovering at home, told viewers the harrowing story of how her case of appendicitis was dismissed as an ovarian cyst, and she…
Read MoreEx-NFL Player Awarded $43.5 Million for Medical Malpractice
On February 13, a jury awarded former Philadelphia Eagles player Chris Maragos $43.5 million in a medical malpractice lawsuit related to treatment for a knee injury that resulted in further, career-ending injuries. Maragos alleged both orthopedic surgeon James Bradley and Rothman Orthopaedics ignored damage to his meniscus while repairing a ligament in his right knee, causing…
Read MoreSurgical Errors and Nerve Damage
When we go to the hospital or to our doctor, we trust that we are in good hands. These professionals have to go through years of education and training to be where they are now, and they are the only people the public really has available to treat us for our injuries and maladies. Most…
Read MoreNew Blood Test Predicts the Risk for Preeclampsia
While some pregnancies are generally smooth and the baby is delivered without complications, there are many pregnancies that are not. This makes pregnancy a complex and stressful period, where not only the woman’s life is in danger, but also the infant’s. One of the most common, yet dangerous, complications of a pregnancy is preeclampsia. There…
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