Medical malpractice can be a distressing experience, but understanding what it entails can help you navigate through the legal system. You can discuss your concerns with a skilled personal injury attorney like Laurie Robbins from Robbins Law Offices in Atlanta, GA. Here are some common examples of medical malpractice that we encounter in Georgia.
Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis
A misdiagnosis occurs when a doctor incorrectly identifies a patient’s condition or disease. When symptoms appear, and a proper diagnosis takes longer than usual, we call it delayed diagnosis.
Surgical Errors
A variety of blunders committed during surgery are included in the category of surgical errors, including performing surgery on the incorrect body portion or leaving surgical tools within the patient. Surgical mistakes can also be caused by inadequate postoperative care or preoperative planning.
Medication Errors
Medication errors occur when the wrong medication is prescribed, the wrong dosage is administered, or when there’s a failure to consider a patient’s allergies or other medications they’re taking.
These errors can lead to adverse drug reactions, worsening of the patient’s condition, or even death.
Birth Injuries
Birth injuries can occur during labor and delivery, often due to medical negligence or improper prenatal care.
Examples include cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, and brain damage, which can have lifelong consequences for the child and their family.
Anesthesia Errors
Anesthesia errors can range from administering too much or too little anesthesia to failing to monitor the patient’s vital signs during surgery.
These errors can result in complications such as brain damage, respiratory problems, or cardiac arrest.
Failure to Obtain Informed Consent
Patients have the right to be fully informed about the risks and benefits of a proposed treatment or procedure before giving their consent.
Failure to obtain informed consent can lead to legal action if the patient suffers harm due to the treatment.
Negligent Follow-Up Care
Negligent follow-up care occurs when healthcare providers fail to monitor a patient’s condition or follow up on test results, leading to a delay in diagnosis or treatment.
It can result in the progression of a disease or condition that could have been prevented or treated earlier.
Schedule a Medical Malpractice Consultation in Atlanta, GA
If you believe you’ve been a victim of medical malpractice in the Atlanta area, don’t hesitate to reach out to Robbins Law Offices. Laurie Robbins can provide you with the guidance and support you need during this challenging time. Contact us at 404-252-8117 to schedule a consultation today.