Researchers have published a new report which examines the annual impact of diagnostic errors in the medical field in the United States: "Results of the new analysis of national data found that across all clinical settings, including hospital and clinic-based care, an...
Most people do not expect to experience medical malpractice and may find themselves ill-informed about it as a result. In fact, you may not realize that anesthesiologists can commit medical malpractice. Below are some details potential patients should know about...
Recovering from an injury, illness or surgery is physically and mentally stressful, especially when complications arise. Hospital patients are particularly vulnerable to staph infections, particularly when medical negligence occurs. What is a staph infection? Many...
Many patients may not think twice about taking doctor-prescribed medication. However, people may experience serious side effects if they do not take a prescription in the correct way. There are several ways that a prescription can cause harm: Frequency According to...
Medication may be part of your treatment plan when you seek a doctor’s guidance for a health condition. However, if medical providers make a mistake, that error might put your health at risk. How common are these issues, and how might they impact you? What kinds of...
In Georgia, medical malpractice refers to a situation where the health care provider’s negligence causes harm or death to the patient. The law requires that medical providers practice good medical judgment and act within their standard of care when treating patients....
Residents of Georgia who undergo surgical procedures expect things to go smoothly. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen, and medical malpractice sometimes occurs. One study shows that there is a link between surgical errors and stress. What can cause stress in...
Sick and injured individuals place immense trust in medical professionals to understand and treat their various ailments but instead of finding relief, many patients experience deteriorated health due to misdiagnosis. According to the AARP, here are four of the most...
Medical malpractice is a serious issue plaguing the health and wellness industries and impacting millions of individuals and their families each year. If you have experienced a wrong-site, wrong-procedure or wrong-patient surgery in Georgia, understanding your rights...
When most people discuss injuries sustained in healthcare settings, they think of botched surgeries, misdiagnoses and medication errors. However, in a hospital, there are daily instances of injuries caused by medical personnel working hands-on with patients. Patient...
