When someone receives a diagnosis of a rare cancer—often after months or even years of unexplained symptoms—it’s natural to wonder: Should this have been caught earlier? And if so, is it medical malpractice? These complex, emotionally charged questions sit at the...
Patients who are having a medical procedure may hear the healthcare team say they’re taking a time out, which may seem counterintuitive in these situations. Taking a time out isn’t something negative. Instead, it’s a safety pause that’s taken right before a procedure...
A woman who goes into labor assumes that the process will happen without any major issues. Once the woman meets the labor requirements for a delivery in the hospital, she’ll go into the labor unit for an evaluation. She may not leave that unit until after the baby is...
Doctors are typically required by law to get “informed consent” from patients before they perform medical procedures like surgery or various medical treatments. The primary exception is when they’re providing emergency care. Most people have been handed a multi-page...
People who end up in the hospital, whether for a scheduled procedure or as the result of a sudden injury or illness, are typically anxious about a lot of things. Most don’t consider, however, the possibility of a ransomware attack and what that could mean for their...
Construction work is inherently dangerous. Professionals have to handle equipment that could cause burns and lacerations. They work close to heavy machinery that could cause severe injuries. They often perform a good portion of their job functions at a significant...
After treatment, doctors are required to provide patients with follow-up care. For example, a doctor should monitor a patient's progress, confirm the patient is taking medications as prescribed, stay informed about the effects of the medicines they prescribed, make...
Wrong-site surgery is a never event. It is a serious medical error that should never occur. It can lead to disabilities, long-term health issues and many other complications for patients. It is one of the most serious examples of medical malpractice. Doctors must try...
It’s no secret that doctors work long hours, sometimes without much sleep. This is especially true for those who work in emergency rooms and who perform complex surgeries. At some point, the long hours and stress will result in burnout. All doctors are bound by the...
Cesarean sections, also known as C-sections, are the preferred choice of some women when giving birth. Others would prefer to give birth naturally, but doctors recommend performing a C-section for any number of reasons. Sometimes, a promptly performed C-section can...