Good oral health is necessary for overall health, and we trust our dental providers to perform procedures to help protect our health. Malpractice occurs when the basic standard of care is not met, which can result in injury. Causes for Dental Malpractice There are several factors that can lead to dental malpractice. In order to…
The prospect of surgery can be frightening. The knowledge that your safety is completely out of your control during the procedure can cause quite a bit of stress. We take comfort in the knowledge that those performing the surgery are well trained and competent. Even though anesthesiologists dedicate many years to training, situational awareness errors…
Chiropractic care is a therapy that is focused on the structure of the body mainly on the spine. Chiropractors maneuver the body’s alignment to relieve pain and improve function and help the body heal itself. Even though chiropractic care is deemed safe and effective mistakes can be made. Just like other healthcare providers, chiropractors may…
Regular dental check-ups happen at least two times a year and that does not include any extra dental work one could have. Dental care providers are required to use a professional standard of care when working in a patient’s mouth. The medical standard of care is where your dentist must provide care at the same…
In an effort to provide an appropriate standard of care and prevent life-threatening complications, healthcare professionals across the country must maintain an understanding of the risks associated with blood transfusions and other procedures. In most cases, a blood transfusion is performed as a life-saving measure following surgery or a traumatic injury. Thus, imagine the devastation…
It’s no secret that Americans take more pills than ever before. In fact, more than half of individuals across “pill nation” regularly take a prescription medication—four, on average, as noted in a 2017 survey taken by Consumer Reports. Though many prescription drugs are deemed necessary to improve one’s life, some are not. What’s more is…
Is It Enough To Sustain A Medical Malpractice Lawsuit? Among the five diseases that Americans fear the most, Cancer can strike quickly and bring a host of debilitating side effects, painful surgeries and rigorous treatment programs. Though survival rates have improved over the years, depending on the type of cancer, there remains no known cure.…
Originally approved by the Food and Drug Administration as a sterilization option for women seeking an alternative to the standard tubal ligation procedure, Essure consists of two small metal coils. The coils are implanted into the Fallopian tubes where they create scar tissue that ultimately prevents fertilization. However, upon receiving the device, a growing number…
Under the premise that proper alignment of the spine and musculoskeletal structure enables the body to heal itself naturally, chiropractic therapy is a pain relief alternative involving hands-on manipulation or “adjustments.” Generally speaking, chiropractic care is safe and effective, when delivered by a qualified chiropractor that considers a patient’s complete health history and other conditions.…
Without question, failure to recognize a condition or a delay in diagnosis can significantly affect one’s quality of life, and may even end in death. Such is the case with a spinal epidural abscess. Though a rare condition, it can prove devastating, particularly when it remains undetected and treatment is not administered early. Unfortunately, spinal…
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