Anesthesia is an invaluable component of many medical procedures. Broadly speaking, it helps to alleviate pain and discomfort for patients undergoing surgery or other invasive treatments. While anesthesia is generally safe when administered by trained professionals,...
Medical Malpractice
3 mistakes doctors make too often when prescribing opioids
Opioid medications are very potent and useful drugs. These relatively new synthetic medications have largely replaced traditional opioid medications. They help people manage pain and can even promote rest when someone's discomfort might otherwise affect their ability...
When can a doctor be held liable for a negligent referral?
In your grandparents’ or maybe even in your parents’ day, people often saw one doctor (often known as their family physician) throughout their entire lives. If they developed a particularly serious condition like cancer or a neurological disorder, they may be referred...
One specific type of surgery has a high risk of objects left behind
Surgeons must meet some of the strictest standards for any licensed medical professionals. They undergo not just multiple years of medical school but also a lengthy internship. They often partner with hospitals to access the best possible facilities for the services...
3 ways retained foreign bodies can hurt a patient after surgery
Some people undergo surgical procedures because there is no other way to treat their medical conditions. Surgery is the best option for those with failing joints or accessible tumors that have yet to metastasize. Other people undergo surgery for cosmetic purposes or...
Most common hospital errors in Ohio
Hospital errors can happen for a multitude of reasons. And although not every adverse outcome means that malpractice has happened, when it is clear that a medical professional has made a mistake that led to that adverse outcome, then the responsibility for a patient’s...
Improper response to spinal cord injuries can harm patients
The best practices for medical professionals, especially paramedics and other emergency responders, include clear instructions to assess people for spinal cord injuries. Any time someone hits their head or experiences a major fall, there will be an assumption that...
Unmasking the opioid crisis: The real story behind ‘Pain Hustlers’
The upcoming Netflix movie ’Pain Hustlers’ is set to shed light on a dark and dangerous chapter of the healthcare industry. Based on a true story reported by Time Magazine, the show promises to unmask the opioid crisis like never before. While the dangers of...
2 ways that physicians may over-prescribe certain drugs
Anyone who has experienced acute pain that is very intense or chronic pain that persists for days or even weeks understands how debilitating pain sensations can become. They can affect everything from appetite and sleep to work performance and interpersonal...
Why women may be at higher risk of emergency room errors
People head to the emergency room when they know there is something physically wrong and that they need immediate care. They do not have the time to wait for an appointment at their doctor's office, so they don't generally care which medical professional treats them...