Medication errors can cause complications for patients. A large percentage of medications require self-administration. Patients fill their prescription at a pharmacy and then follow medical instructions. People who worry about medication errors may feel safer when...
A timely and accurate diagnosis is crucial for a positive outcome. It determines the clinical path for treatment, management and recovery. With all the advancements in medical technology, you might assume that missed diagnoses are a thing of the past. However,...
Surgeons are trained extensively to perform delicate medical procedures on people who require immediate or life-threatening care. Undergoing surgery can be very stressful for a patient. Knowing a surgeon has the knowledge and experience to care for them can ease a...
Retained surgical items (RSIs) are items that a surgeon leaves inside a patient’s body after surgery. Examples include surgical sponges, needles and surgical instruments like drains, clamps and retractors. Leaving foreign objects in the body is harmful. It can lead to...
Anesthetists do more than just put you to sleep during an operation. They also monitor your vital signs, respond to emergencies and collaborate with the surgical team to ensure everything goes smoothly. It’s a high-stakes job that demands precision. A single mishap...
The intravenous administration of drugs is effective and relatively rapid. Unfortunately, mistakes can happen even when medical professionals administer medications to patients. In some cases, a nurse, phlebotomist or other professional attempting to inject medication...
Accurate and timely diagnosis is the foundation of effective medical care. When a healthcare provider overlooks, delays or misinterprets symptoms, it can prevent patients from receiving the treatment they urgently need. This failure to diagnose can lead to serious and...
Losing someone you love is hard enough. But when their death happens during an event they were not even part of, the pain feels even more unfair. Police chases are high-speed pursuits and can put innocent people at risk. Unfortunately, when tragedy strikes, you are...
Recently, a New Jersey doctor who had worked for AtlantiCare had his medical license reinstated – with significant restrictions. His license was suspended last year due to a number of errors he made when he panicked during surgeries, including C-sections, and other...
Freestanding surgical centers, which are sometimes referred to as ambulatory surgical centers, offer an alternative to having to be inpatient for a surgery. These centers are designed for people who don’t need an overnight stay after their procedure is done. They’re...