Medical Malpractice
How Electronic Health Records Can Put Patients in Danger
Posted in Drug & Medical Devices, Medical Malpractice on April 4, 2019
Think back to your last medical appointment. Was your doctor typing away at their computer? Did you feel like they were rushed or distracted? Were they more focused on filling in the digital forms than they were on your symptoms? Before you knew it, your time was up and they hurried off to see...
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What happened at Mount Carmel?
Posted in Medical Malpractice on February 11, 2019
A former Columbus doctor is in the news for his horrific acts that have affected dozens of families. Dr. William Husel started working in the Intensive Care Unit as an anesthesiologist at Mount Carmel West Hospital in 2013. He has been described by employees as well-respected. (more…)
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What Hospital Injuries Can You Sue For?
Posted in Accident & Injury, Medical Malpractice on February 11, 2019
Hospitals are supposed to be the places we go to get better. And typically, people exit a care facility feeling better than they did when they walked in. However, that’s not always the case. Some people suffer serious injuries or illnesses while they are in the hospital. And while this can happen as a...
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Tips to protect loved ones from assault in a nursing home
Posted in Medical Malpractice on January 24, 2019
If your loved one is in a nursing home, you expect that facility and staff to provide proper care. You expect them to treat their patients – including your loved ones – with dignity and make sure they are safe and comfortable. You do not expect them to abuse or assault their vulnerable residents....
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Why do doctors give premature babies caffeine?
Posted in Medical Malpractice on December 26, 2018
Premature births are not uncommon in the U.S. In fact, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that roughly 1 in 10 babies is born too early. However, that doesn’t mean it is any less frightening or overwhelming for new parents. Under these circumstances, it can be easy for parents to feel...
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Medical record errors: What to do when you notice one
Posted in Medical Malpractice on December 17, 2018
Anyone who has visited a doctor or undergone a medical treatment knows how much paperwork is involved. Medical providers must be meticulous in their documentation. Failure to do so can have wide-reaching and long-lasting consequences. But the reality is, mistakes are often made on medical records. The patient may not notice the mistake, but...
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Understanding cardiology malpractice
Posted in Medical Malpractice on November 5, 2018
Proper functioning of the heart is vital to the entire body. Someone experiencing heart problems or symptoms of a heart attack need an accurate diagnosis and timely treatment. (more…)
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Did handwashing deficiencies contribute to adenovirus outbreak?
Posted in Medical Malpractice on October 24, 2018
Whenever a parent takes their child to the hospital, the hope is that their child will get better as a result, not worse. In most cases, this is what happens. However, there are situations in which a child does get sicker in the hospital. And sometimes, the reason why stems from negligence. For instance,...
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What Are the Long-Term Effects of Medical Malpractice?
Posted in Medical Malpractice on September 26, 2018
Medical errors affect hundreds of thousands of people every year. An estimated 250,000 people die as a result of these errors every year, according to data analysis from experts on patient safety from Johns Hopkins. However, even if a patient survives a medical mistake or misdiagnosis, they can still suffer considerable damages that affect...
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The long-term effects of brachial plexus birth injuries
Posted in Medical Malpractice on July 19, 2018
Having a child is one of the most incredible, life-changing experiences a mother can have. However, as exciting as this event is, labor and delivery can also be very frightening and stressful. The reality is that complications do happen during childbirth. And these complications can lead to serious birth injuries that can affect a...
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