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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
Today, looking your best has become almost an obsession. More and more, people are going under the knife to achieve perfection. Nips and tucks aren’t just for celebrities either; those in the mainstream are seeking plastic surgery to walk away looking like a new person. And while most cosmetic surgery patients are pleased with the [...]
A cesarean section, or "C-section," is a surgical procedure used to deliver a baby. Obstetricians may recommend this procedure when natural delivery is not possible or is viewed as unsafe. However, in some cases, doctors may recommend a C-section inappropriately. Because C-sections can result in serious complications, performing this procedure unnecessarily puts patients at a [...]
Have you ever watched ER or General Hospital and wondered if that is really what it’s like inside hospitals all the time? Grey’s Anatomy may sometimes seem a little too good to be true and it seems that no one is really clear on whether or not Dr. Oz is even a real doctor. These [...]
