Avoiding surgical errors is something everyone wants. No medical provider wants to make mistakes that injure a patient. No patient wants to deal with the aftermath of a serious mistake made during surgery. It's a good idea for both people to work together to find a...
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What happens when you suffer from unnecessary surgery?
As a patient, you want to know that the medical care you receive is accurate and necessary. If you found out that you had an operation you didn't need just because a provider thought it would help, you'd be furious. It's a necessity that medical providers know their...
Hospitals and doctors: Apologizing matters and saves money
Should a doctor apologize if he or she makes a mistake that injures you or a loved one? Some believe that hospitals should speak up immediately and take steps to make it right. For example, one man who faced a botched surgery that left him a quadriplegic received an...
What are some potentially dangerous complications of surgery?
Medical mistakes are the third leading cause of death in America. There are dozens of things that can go wrong. Here are just a few that you should look out for after you go through a surgery. If you're impacted by these events, it's important to speak up and look...
Here’s how you can make sure your doctor really hears you out
No patient wants to feel like his or her needs aren't being met or that his or her concerns are being dismissed too quickly. A health care provider should take the time to really listen to what you have to say. Your concerns have merit, and you have the right to the...