Some diseases get worse over time, and symptoms that weren’t present before can manifest themselves weeks or even years after the original diagnosis. If you get a diagnosis in time, you can often prevent your condition from getting worse. But if your doctor fails to...
What expectant parents should know about birth injuries
A birth injury occurs immediately before, during or after labor and delivery and can harm either the mother or newborn. These injuries range from minor scratches or bruises that heal quickly to medical problems that cause long-term disability. Prepare for your...
Ultrasound errors can have catastrophic consequences
While welcoming a new baby into your family is exciting, it can also be scary. After all, if the baby growing inside you has developmental problems or other medical issues, he or she may be in for a lifetime of health complications. Ultrasound scans often help...
Malpractice-claim study raises issues with patient assessments
The most common first step taken toward resolving a health issue is visiting a medical facility to obtain a diagnosis. When a health care practitioner's negligence causes an error or a misdiagnosis, however, a patient could suffer devastating harm. Examining a patient...
A liposuction ended in death. Was it medical malpractice?
Every patient’s worst fear regarding surgery is that the procedure will somehow go awry, resulting in serious complications or death. Most surgeries go as planned—but some do take a dangerous turn. Sometimes, this is because of the surgeons’ negligence. Recently, the...
