As a medical patient, it doesn’t matter what your surgeon’s specialty happens to be. You can expect quality care in adherence to state laws and accepted safety standards of the industry. There appears to be a link between surgeon burnout and medical malpractice. If...
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Medical Malpractice
Are early vascular surgery and medical malpractice connected?
Atherectomy is a surgical procedure doctors in Delaware and across the country recommend as treatment for patients with vascular disease. Vascular disease is a broad term referring to adverse conditions of the circulatory system or blood vessels. There appears to be...
Will AI help reduce medical malpractice incidents?
As in most industries in Delaware and throughout the country, advanced technology is no longer something expected in the future. It comes in many forms and one can use it in all facets of business, including the medical industry. Artificial intelligence (AI) is...
How might understaffing in hospitals affect patient care?
While visiting a medical facility for treatment can be a daunting process, it could also prove integral to addressing health concerns and protecting your well-being. However, there may be some scenarios in which the treatment you receive at a facility might not live...
Are Delaware doctors overworked?
Many physicians in Delaware and throughout the country struggle to balance their family obligations and private lives with the duties they carry out during an average workday. Talk to anyone who is married to a doctor, and you’ll learn that it is not uncommon for...
Medical negligence and informed consent
Regarding medical negligence, your immediate thoughts may turn to issues such as failure to diagnose or surgical errors. While similar issues continue to affect the lives of many, they might not be the only concerns you could encounter while pursuing treatment for a...
Common types of anesthesia errors and the possible risks involved
The use of anesthesia plays a vital role in many types of medical procedures, and such medications may function to limit pain and improve your comfort during the operation. Although there might be some inherent risks involved with anesthesia, many of these issues may...
Avoid mistakes when filing a medical malpractice claim
There is no excuse for substandard medical care in a Delaware hospital or other medical environment. When you entrust your health to medical professionals, you also entrust your safety to them. You are not responsible for the conduct of a medical team. They, however,...
How long do you have to file a medical malpractice claim?
When you go to the doctor, you assume you will receive care that meets a certain standard. You probably trust your doctor’s advice and may follow their instructions regarding improving your health. Unfortunately, the care you receive from a medical professional does...
Possible causes of errors in medical labs
There may be numerous steps involved in evaluating and diagnosing any medical condition. In some cases, sending samples to a medical lab for testing may be necessary to reach a diagnosis and decide on a path of care, but are the results of these tests always accurate?...