You probably don't have to go far to find someone in Indiana who has suffered from a misdiagnosis from a doctor. Such medical missteps always delay treatment. Sometimes when the condition is minor the error doesn't create much of a problem. Other times, it can be...
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Medical Malpractice
Few Consequences for Doctors Who Surrender Medical Licenses
If a doctor in Indiana has his or her license taken away as a result of a court case or some other disciplinary action, it should prevent the doctor from practicing medicine ever again. One might think the same would hold true if the doctor voluntarily surrenders his...
Important Facts About Shingles Infection
Many people in Indiana may harbor some misconceptions about the shingles virus. Unfortunately, some of these mistaken ideas come from healthcare professionals who are themselves improperly informed about the disease. One of the most persistent myths about shingles,...
Can You Protect Yourself from Wrong-Site Surgery?
When your health care provider in Indiana recommends surgery as a solution for your treatment, one of the first concerns you may have is regarding pain levels and recovery. However, while these topics are essential to address, it is also imperative that you are...
Heuristics in Healthcare
Most in Indianapolis understand that doctors are human and thus subject to errors in judgment just like everyone else. Such errors are the reason why misdiagnoses rank among the most common medical errors reported in the U.S. (indeed, information shared by CBS...
Delayed Treatment a Problem in Test Result Errors
If you have to undergo a radiological test in Indiana, you should be able to trust that the information you receive back after that test is accurate. Whether your test is part of a regular, routine screening or something you have done to investigate a suspected...
Lawsuit Alleging Negligence Settled, Patient Awarded $2M
When people visit their health care provider in Indiana to seek medical assistance, chances are they have usually done their research to find a doctor who they trust and are comfortable with. However, sometimes doctors can make critical mistakes that leave the...
Educated Patients Can Prevent Anesthesia Errors
General anesthesia provides both patients and doctors with many worthwhile benefits when it comes time for various medical procedures. For doctors, knowing that a patient is under general anesthesia may allow him or her to accomplish necessary treatments without...
Research Suggests That FDA Was Aware of Doctors’ Abuse of Opioids
Doctors are required to undergo rigorous educational training to prepare them for the responsibilities they will take on in helping treat people who need medical attention. One of the aspects of their job training revolves around prescription use. They have to be...
Childbirth Injuries in Indiana Hospitals: What Causes Them?
You may recall exactly what you were doing when you went into labor. Whether you were about to give birth to your first child or already had several kids at home who were eager to greet their newest sibling, you were likely excited, a bit anxious and more than ready...