It can be nerve-wracking to undergo a surgical procedure. A lot of us have seen television shows where an operation doesn’t go as planned, resulting in serious harm. Yet, deep down, most of us trust our medical providers. Unfortunately, our trust doesn’t mean much...
Doctor Errors
When should I seek a second opinion regarding medical care?
Modern automobiles come equipped with sensors that allow mechanics to easily diagnose mechanical issues. All that a mechanic needs to do is connect a car to a computer and run a diagnostic test, which will reveal any problems. As such, all honest mechanics will tell...
Study demonstrates parents can spot mistakes missed by doctors
As a parent, you are likely very sensitive to your child's health. However, if your child is experiencing symptoms that may require treatment, a visit to the doctor is typically in order. You have every reason to trust that the physician who examines your child will...
How can chiropractic care increase the risk of stroke?
If you are a sufferer of back or neck pain, you may be willing to try anything to get relief. This is understandable as spinal pain can be physically debilitating and even cause emotional issues. So it is no wonder that, according to the American Chiropractic...
My doctor didn’t listen and now I’m hurt, what do I do?
Most of us have probably experienced a doctor's short attention span. Whether we are in the middle of explaining our symptoms or discussing our treatment options, it seems more often than not, doctors don't pay attention. Perhaps they feel they know better, or perhaps...
If you’re not sure of wrongdoing, an attorney can help
When we read or hear of stories about doctor errors and medical malpractice, many times the mistakes and injury they caused were grossly apparent. While this situation makes for an easier lawsuit, medical malpractice is not always that clear cut. For many patients,...
Medical experts believe doctor errors medicine’s biggest problem
When new doctors begin practicing medicine, they take an oath in which they promise to do no harm. This oath, known as the Hippocratic Oath, has its foundation in ancient Greece, and it is a promise to provide a standard of care. Unfortunately, in today's world, some...
Misdiagnosis is a major medical error
Millions of American, including some who are living in the state of South Carolina, have been subjected to consequences when their doctor made an error in diagnosis. Medical mistakes of this magnitude can have dire consequences that range from prolonged suffering to a...
Does a bad medical result mean medical malpractice?
A visit to the doctor is supposed to be the start of the healing process to make you feel better from whatever illness or injury brought you there in the first place. Sometimes, however, the result can be a worsened condition that can have a long-term impact on your...
Informed consent as a basis for medical malpractice claims
Surgery is perhaps the most deeply personal involvement that anyone can have with the health care system. It entails allowing someone, with whom you just became acquainted due to injury or illness, to operate on you. It represents a major act of confidence and trust....
