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We rely on physicians to provide a standard of care that begins with the initial hospital visit and the resulting diagnosis. However, physicians are only human, and humans make mistakes, including misdiagnoses. Once the misdiagnosis results in no treatment, delayed...
When a medical patient in Oregon needs an operation, he or she relies on the competence and skills of the attending physician, and the patient trusts that all measures will be taken to ensure a safe and effective operation. Sadly, when a medical team member,...
When physicians are not careful, their actions can have drastic and lasting effects. That is why they are held to a high standard. So, what can you do if your physician failed to uphold the proper standard? A medical malpractice claim may be beneficial. Before filing,...
Oregon patients who have been harmed by surgical errors may be interested to learn that stronger malpractice laws may not protect people like them. According to a study, such legislative efforts may actually lead to defensive medicine practices like ordering...
Oregon parents may be interested in learning that it was reported on Jan. 6 that a 9-year-old Michigan child died following a routine tonsillectomy. The child underwent the procedure on Dec. 8 and died from cardiac arrest just hours later. The child reportedly...
When Oregon patients head into surgery, they expect their surgeon to complete the procedure properly. However, there are instances where surgeons operate on the incorrect side of the body, complete the wrong procedure or perform an operation that was intended...
While most Oregon doctors may be highly trained and professional, many patients who undergo surgery are seriously injured due to surgical errors. If you've been injured by a surgical error, you may be able to receive financial compensation that could cover the...
Some Oregon patients have experienced Failed Back Surgery Syndrome. This affliction occurs when chronic pain continues after a back or neck surgery due to some issue with the procedure. Unlike the normal pain associated with healing, this pain often does not...
People in Oregon who experience groin pain might end up receiving an evaluation from a radiologist. Unfortunately, just because something is not found does not mean that something is not there. Small hernias are not always noted by radiologists and surgeons...
Oregon residents may have heard about 'never events" that occur at hospitals on relatively rare occasions. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality defines a never event as a medical error that should never happen and shows that a health care facility has...