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Medical Malpractice in Dentistry

When one hears about medical malpractice, the first thought is to think about hospitals or physicians. But, medical malpractice can happen in any field of medicine, there can even be malpractice in dentistry. Dentists, dental assistants, and dental hygienists can also cause injury to patients. Mistakes During Extractions Typically, a tooth extraction is a routine [...]

By | September 5th, 2018|Blog|Comments Off on Medical Malpractice in Dentistry

What You Should Know About Immunizations

Immunizing against certain diseases is a decades-old concept that in years past has been shown to be effective at eradicating very serious and life-threatening diseases. As technology has advanced, so has the number of inoculations recommended for children and adults every year, and the number of vaccines that are now expected for children and recommended [...]

By | August 17th, 2018|Blog|Comments Off on What You Should Know About Immunizations

Accompanying Your Children to their Doctor Appointments

Doctor's visits are a normal part of childhood -- from well visits to immunizations to the occasional sick visit, you'll be taking your child to the doctor at least a couple times a year. In most cases, these appointments go off without a hitch and you're informed of your child's growth or given an antibiotic [...]

By | August 3rd, 2018|Blog|Comments Off on Accompanying Your Children to their Doctor Appointments

Why Law Firms Need Medical Expert Witnesses

When you or a loved one is injured or becomes ill due to the negligence or carelessness of someone else, you will be met with a number of sudden challenges that can be difficult to overcome. Healing from physical injuries and illness is just the start -- bringing forward a claim with the assistance of [...]

By | July 24th, 2018|Blog|Comments Off on Why Law Firms Need Medical Expert Witnesses

Medical Malpractice in Pediatrics

Few cases of medical malpractice are as heartbreaking as cases of pediatric malpractice. Children should be protected as much as possible, especially by the physicians caring for them when they are at their most vulnerable and are unable to care for themselves. However, many physicians are negligent or careless, leaving children with preventable injuries or [...]

By | July 10th, 2018|Blog|Comments Off on Medical Malpractice in Pediatrics

Why Does Malpractice Occur?

Medical malpractice lawsuits are fairly common in the United States. According to the Medical Malpractice Center, there are about 19,000 suits filed against doctors and other health care providers each year. These lawsuits are a result of a health care provider to provide appropriate treatment or to take appropriate action. The negligence involved in these [...]

By | June 19th, 2018|Blog|Comments Off on Why Does Malpractice Occur?

The Importance of an Annual Physical

Unfortunately, many people think that a yearly annual exam isn’t really necessary, especially when they think they are in good health. But, the truth is that nearly one-third of Americans who have a chronic disease are totally unaware of it. In fact, seven out of every 10 deaths in the US is due to chronic [...]

By | June 6th, 2018|Blog|Comments Off on The Importance of an Annual Physical

Malpractice in Sports Medicine

The very nature of sports means that athletes typically need to see a medical professional more often than the average person. Whether they are obtaining care for an injury or simply ensuring they are healthy and well enough to continue playing, athletes of all ages are frequently in the physician's chair. Unfortunately, with more exposure [...]

By | May 31st, 2018|Blog|Comments Off on Malpractice in Sports Medicine

Mental Health Awareness Month: How to Get the Most Out of Your Psychiatry Visit

If you’re seeing a psychiatrist, you’re there to get professional help. It’s important that you’re honest and verbalize your complaints. Psychiatrists are not telepathic, and there are no blood tests for mental health issues like bipolar, depression and schizophrenia. It’s up to you to tell the truth about your symptoms instead of modifying the narrative. [...]

By | May 17th, 2018|Blog|Comments Off on Mental Health Awareness Month: How to Get the Most Out of Your Psychiatry Visit

Malpractice In Cancer Treatment

Cancer treatment generally includes radiation treatment or chemotherapy treatment, and these two treatments are destructive to the human body. The treatment can be as awful as cancer itself. Often, there are unpleasant side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite are common. If not done right, chemotherapy and radiation treatment can lead to [...]

By | April 24th, 2018|Blog|Comments Off on Malpractice In Cancer Treatment