From cancer to diabetes, misdiagnosis cases range among patients
Diagnostic errors may be a bigger problem than the general public realizes. In fact, when researchers from Johns Hopkins analyzed 350,000 medical malpractice payouts — stemming back 25 years — one-third of those payouts were the result of a misdiagnosis. This makes diagnostic errors one of the leading patient safety concerns in the U.S.
Medical malpractice lawsuit claims failure to disclose risks
When going in for a surgery, the doctor should fully disclose any associated risks. This way, a patient can decide to either consent to the surgery or look into other possible options.
Father killed when 25 pound rock falls off of dump truck
When we talk about truck accidents in New York City caused by negligent drivers we tend to focus on things like speeding, being under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and distracted driving. And while all of these factors certainly do play roles in truck accidents, it is important to keep in mind that a […]
New York ranks No. 1 for medical malpractice payouts
A doctor’s incorrect action — or inaction — can lead to serious and life-altering injuries for patients. In a number of cases, these mistakes can even be deadly. Many times, these injuries or deaths also lead to medical malpractice lawsuits, which in turn can result in settlements or judgments. Either way, a good number of hospitals and healthcare facilities end up paying out to injured patients or grieving family members.
Mother claims failure to diagnose led to son’s death
It is essential to the well-being or an unborn child that a mother is properly cared for during her pregnancy. This means not only making sure the mother is doing the basics — eating right and taking the proper vitamins — but the doctors caring for the woman also need to be weighing all risk factors when providing care during pregnancy.
New clinic aims to better treat cerebral palsy
A new clinic hopes to better improve the lives of those with cerebral palsy. The executive director of this clinic, called the Neuromotor Research Clinic, said the idea is for children from around the world to be treated at the clinic with high-intensity therapy.
Nerve damage during birth can create lifelong limitations
Most expecting parents imagine that the day of their child’s birth will be among the happiest of their lives. Unfortunately, some parents’ joy is interrupted by errors during birth. Although a pregnancy complication doesn’t minimize the excitement of welcoming a new family member into the world, it certainly creates a new set of concerns and anxieties for parents.
Settlement for student who claimed misdiagnosis led to amputation
Being misdiagnosed is probably more common than many New York City residents even realize. In fact, according to the National Patient Safety Foundation, 42 percent of patients believe they have been either misdiagnosed or received a delayed diagnosis.
Lawsuit: Untimely diagnosis turns appendicitis into brain damage
A father of a 6-year-old girl who almost died due to an alleged medical error said no parent should have to go through what his family did. His statement comes after the family filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against not only the hospital and a pediatrics association, but also three doctors.
Study: Missed diagnoses No. 1 cause of medical malpractice claims
Depending on the condition, a missed diagnosis can lead to serious complications or even death. Knowing this, it is particularly frightening to learn that the most common cause of medical malpractice claims is due to missed diagnoses.