A young boy from Queens died of septic shock in April. Months later, his family says his death was directly related to one hospital’s misdiagnosis and serious negligence.
It is important for doctors in New York City and beyond to provide their patients with proper treatment. In many cases, that means taking action in a timely manner. A matter of minutes may be the difference between life and death. In one family’s case, a couple of hours kept them from a normal life with their child.
About one-third of doctor’s offices across the country are using electronic health records. Some in New York City and beyond have feared that the switch from paper records to electronic records could increase the rate of errors made by physicians. However, a new study shows that electronic health records could reduce medical malpractice claims by 84 percent.
Doctors in New York City and beyond have a duty to provide their patients with important information regarding their health and the health of their unborn child. By withholding information or failing to perform proper tests, a family cannot make appropriate medical decisions.
Although surgery has innate risks, people expect that physicians and other medical professionals will do all they can to prevent a surgical error from happening. Sadly, a mistake during a recent surgery left one New York woman dead.
Many people in New York City and beyond suffer heart attacks. However, if a heart attack is caught early on, people have a greater chance of surviving.
Most expectant mothers in New York City do all that they can to keep their unborn children healthy and safe. However, despite their diligence during pregnancy, an error made during the delivery can have devastating effects. A birth injury can cause bruising, fractures, cerebral palsy and other troubling defects.
Medical professionals are obligated to provide their patients with quality care. Patients and families in New York City trust that doctors and surgeons are doing whatever they can to prevent errors. However, a new study suggests that fatigue may impact how a surgeon performs.
Preparing for the birth of a child is often a joyous and exciting time for parents in New York City and beyond. It can be the best moment in a parent’s life when they finally get to meet their child for the first time. Sadly, complications at birth can turn that miraculous moment into a tragic one. A birth injury can leave a child with major medical problems, which may require that the child receive lifelong care.
Watching a child suffer is likely one of the hardest things for a parent to endure. A couple from New York can attest to that. Their son was born with a genetic disorder called Tay-Sachs. He began having seizures and lost control of his muscles. He died when he was just 2-years-old.
