Study shows patients receive the same level of care throughout the year
No one likes to go to the hospital. Going to the hospital generally means that something is wrong with an individual, and undergoing surgery can be a frightening experience. However, New York City residents usually anticipate that their fears will be calmed by competent hospital staff members.
Overworked doctors could be putting patients at risk
People in New York City know that their quality of work is bound to decline if they are overloaded and overworked. A study by researchers at John Hopkins University shows that is also true for physicians who are treating patients.
Victims of malpractice may simply need answers
As many New York City residents know, a medical malpractice lawsuit may be appropriate when people have been harmed because of an error made by a medical professional. A malpractice lawsuit may give victims a sense of justice as well as lessen the financial burdens that often result from a medical error.
Certain medication errors may lead to death
Prescription medication is used frequently in hospitals in New York City and in others all across the country. For some, a single medication can cure them of their ailment. Therefore, it is important that doctors and nurses give patients the right medication and the right dosage.
New campaign aims to prevent spread of infection
Those in the health care industry are supposed to do everything they can to prevent patient harm. Doctors and nurses in New York City and beyond should be sure patients receive the correct medication and dosage. Surgeons must be sure they are operating on the correct body part and that surgical instruments are not left inside a patient. Sadly, medical mistakes happen frequently.
Woman has little time left to live after delayed cancer diagnosis
Many people in New York City and beyond will be diagnosed with cancer this year. While often treatable, a delayed cancer diagnosis can be deadly. One Brooklyn woman has learned this the hard way.
Examining hospital procedures may reduce surgical errors
A new study has revealed shocking new information about surgical errors. According to researchers at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, surgical instruments are left inside patients close to 40 times each week. Sadly, when surgical errors occur, such as instruments being left inside a patient, people can suffer severe complications.
New York health officials look for ways to prevent deaths from sepsis
In July, we wrote about one Queens boys’ untimely death. The 11-year-old was brought to the emergency room in April when he began vomiting and developed a high fever. However, doctors at NYU Langone Medical Center failed to recognize that the young boy was suffering from sepsis and sent him home. He later died.
Brooklyn woman claims surgical mistakes led to amputation
Three years ago, a woman from Brooklyn went to the Winthrop University Medical Center for a relatively minor operation. However, complications during surgery left her a double amputee.
Distractions can lead to serious surgical errors
A new study shows that younger surgeons are more likely to make mistakes when there are distractions in the operating room. For instance, a cell phone or a fallen tray may result in serious errors.