A failure to diagnose occurs when a healthcare provider does not identify a medical condition promptly, or at all, despite the presence of symptoms or signs that should have led to further testing or treatment. These cases are among the most complex types of medical...
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Finding justice for victims in the Hazim Ibrahim elder abuse case
When older people become residents of nursing facilities, they generally hope that they will benefit from safe, personalized care. Unfortunately, abuse and neglect can potentially occur even in well-run facilities. Take, for example, the case of an Indiana podiatrist...
Beyond misdiagnosis: Navigating the emotional, psychological and financial toll of heart attack errors
A heart attack is a terrifying and life-changing medical event for those lucky enough to survive it. The only thing that can make matters worse is when the misdiagnosis leads to the loss of a loved one. The impact of such a misdiagnosis extends far beyond the...
2024 medical malpractice statistics worth exploring
Medical malpractice remains a significant concern in the U.S., with medical errors causing 251,000 fatalities annually. This accounts for 9.5% of all deaths each year, ranking as the third leading cause of death in the U.S., following heart disease and cancer. Medical...
Indiana Medical Licensing Board suspends surgeon for 90 days
The Indiana Medical Licensing Board voted unanimously on Thursday to suspend an Indianapolis surgeon’s medical license for 90 days. A suspension petition submitted to the board questioned the doctor’s fitness to practice. The petition claimed the doctor was a “clear...
Indiana cardiologist subjected patients to unnecessary heart procedures, report alleges
Seven medical malpractice complaints have been filed against a prominent Indiana cardiologist, according to a recent media report. The complaints were filed with the Indiana Department of Insurance. The complaints allege the doctor misdiagnosed heart conditions and...
5 Common Errors Made During Cesarean Section Surgery
When an OB/GYN realizes that a C-section will be necessary for a mother to go through, the doctor has a duty to perform the procedure with due diligence and lack of negligence. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Severe complications from C-sections do not...
How Can a Doctor’s Negligence Lead to a Birth Injury?
Experiencing a birth injury can be very traumatic for the whole family. As a mother, you go through so much during the nine months of pregnancy, that a birth injury can be seriously devastating. Even though most medical professionals are diligent and provide adequate...
What is an Anesthesia Error?
When you need surgery, it’s likely that you’ll have to be sedated for the procedure. Usually, an anesthesiologist or nurse anesthetist will be in charge of your sedation and will use anesthesia to do so. When this process is not executed properly, the result can be...
How Malpractice Law Impacts the Practice of Medicine
There are many lively discussions out there about how malpractice law affects the practice of medicine. However, not everything you’ll find on the subject is completely accurate. Keep reading to learn how a prominent myth is debunked regarding malpractice law’s impact...