We all know that doctors often double-book patients. That’s why we often find ourselves waiting in the exam room for what seems like an eternity in a paper or cotton wrap with only a selection of 5-year-old magazines to pass the time. However, if you’re undergoing...
Better communication helps prevent these serious medical errors
When a patient goes into the hospital for surgery, they’re placing their life in a medical team’s hands. They expect that the medical provider will know what they’re doing and be prepared for any emergencies or complications during the surgery. They trust that the...
Should you know your surgeon’s birthday before you schedule your operation?
You know the importance of doing some research on your surgeon before you schedule your operation. How long have they been performing this type of surgery? How many times have they done it? What’s their success rate? Do they have any malpractice settlements or...
Artificial intelligence could help surgeons reduce errors
Mistakes on the job will happen -- but some jobs don't leave much room for error. Surgeons, for example, always need to be on top of their game. A single careless slip can be a disaster for their patient. Is there such a thing as a perfect surgeon? People may tell you...
Internal bleeding is a risky side effect of some surgical mistakes
People undergo surgery for both medical necessity and personal preference. Whether you have an elective surgery or a critically necessary one, you expect that the surgeon will perform the procedure carefully and that your recovery will be relatively smooth....
When is a Birth Injury the Basis for a Medical Malpractice Case?
According to a recent investigative report, the United States is one of the most dangerous developed nations where a mother can give birth. Statistics indicate that over 50,000 mothers suffer significant injuries while or after they’ve given birth and approximately...
SPINAL FUSION DON’T DO IT WITHOUT A SECOND OPINION
Spinal fusion surgery is fast becoming the most common unnecessary surgery pushed on patients. It is a big money maker for the surgeon. The surgeon gets paid more from insurance companies when rods and screws are placed in your back. Not all physicians are ethical. ...
The link between physician burnout and medical errors
Physician burnout is a serious problem in healthcare that needs addressing. Burnout occurs when physicians become overloaded and experience emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, fatigue, physical exhaustion, cynical detachment and self-deprecation. Physician...
Is your surgeon withholding knowledge of a surgical error?
Your recent surgery in New Jersey went well, at least you think it did. The truth of the matter is that while your surgeon may inform you of a surgical error, she or he may not share whether the mistake was foreseeable. CBS News studied a survey surrounding surgical...
Are sales reps in the OR posing a danger to patients?
Doctors and health care systems often rely on the expertise of medical device sales representatives to help them understand the benefits of certain devices before making a purchase. However, many experts are cautioning that doctors may be relying on these sales reps...
