Queens

Published on: July 29, 2011

Woman is suing UVA for Medical Malpractice

by Stephen Bilkis

A 54 year old woman has had her life turned upside down as a result of poor medical care. Just five years ago she was an active person who spent time riding horses and playing sports. Now she cannot walk without a cane and gets tired very easily.

As a direct result of the mistakes which were made she is missing a finger and two toes. She also cannot use her right arm at all.

The patient alleges that almost all of her injuries are caused because of medical malpractice and errors. The New York Medical Malpractice Lawyer indicated that she has already had to pay out $200,000 in medical fees to pay for the treatment which caused the problem.

Published on: July 22, 2011

DOCTOR FAILED TO FOLLOW UP AFTER DETECTING A TUMOR

by Stephen Bilkis

A New York medical malpractice lawyer was able to move a case forward on behalf of a woman whose doctor did not appropriately follow up after she consulted him regarding a tumor in her breast. The problem began when the woman detected a mass in her right breast during a self-exam. She consulted the defendant doctor, who both examined her and had a mammogram performed. The mammogram was inconclusive, but the exam revealed, in the words of the doctor, that there was “something there.” Specifically, the doctor realized that the tumor had grown quickly, but concluded based on the mammogram that cancer was unlikely. Nonetheless, the doctor recommended that a biopsy be performed immediately. The woman had the biopsy performed by a specialist, who called the woman’s doctor and recommended that the lump be removed. Unfortunately, this was never communicated to the woman, nor was she advised to come in for a follow-up exam. Doctors in New York City and Queens must be on the lookout for this type of situation which can turn into malpractice.

Subsequently, the woman noticed that the lump was becoming more visible and changing shape. She went back to the doctor, and had a second examination, a mammogram, and a sonogram. Based on these test, the doctor changed his mind and concluded that she “probably” had cancer. A second biopsy was performed, and this time the woman was advised that she had “invasive cancer.” Unfortunately, by this time eleven months had transpired, and the woman’s conditioned had worsened.

The court ultimately allowed a case against the doctor to go forward because of the lack of appropriate follow-up care. The court focused on the “layperson’s report” – the report that the doctor gave his patient – and noted that the report did not indicate that the lump was suspicious or possibly malignant, did not indicate that other examinations were necessary, and did not check boxes for further consultations, surgical or otherwise.

Published on: June 18, 2011

Ohio SC reinstates medical malpractice claim

by Stephen Bilkis

Between the years of 1997 to 2004 a lady attended Reflections Breast Health Center to receive a mammogram every single year. The clinic reviewed all of the mammograms and she was told that they were all normal. A mammogram which was done in 2003 was later reviewed by another doctor.

In the middle of 2004 the woman found that there was a lump in one of her breasts. Her Physician told her to visit the Reflections center again for further diagnostics. The tests discovered that it was highly likely the lump was malignant. The lump doubled in size over one year. A biopsy was conducted and it was shown that it was in fact malignant.

The New York Medical Malpractice Lawyer goes on to say that the patients doctor explained the possible treatment options and that it would probably involve lymph node dissection, radio-therapy and treating with hormones. The doctor wanted to find out how far the cancer had spread by checking nearby lymph nodes.

Published on: June 12, 2011

$13.9 Million Is Awarded In Birth Injury Lawsuit

by Stephen Bilkis

A New York Medical Malpractice Attorney explains that a doctor from Ohio was found to be responsible for medical negligence concerned with the birth of a baby girl.

The trial took a day and a half and various expert witnesses were called to the stand. It was decided that the doctor was responsible and the hospital was ordered to pay $13.9 million in damages.

The girl who is the subject of the case is now ten years old. She suffered from cerebral Palsy which was directly caused by the doctor being negligent and not acting quickly enough. It is alleged that the doctors actions during the birth deprived the baby of oxygen which lead to the complications.

Published on: June 7, 2011

Patient Dies after Routine Surgery

by Stephen Bilkis

A group of prominent NYC Medical Malpractice Lawyers has filed a case on behalf of the spouse of a patient who died after knee surgery. The patient passed away two days after the surgery due to an injury of the brain.

The patient had surgery on his left knee in April 2010 in Northwest Georgia Orthopedic Surgery Center. The entire medical team was made aware that the patient suffered from obstructive sleep apnea. This put him at a higher risk than normal for various complications after the surgery.

The New York Medical Malpractice Lawyers explain that the doctors then decided that the patient was fit enough to return home. It is alleged that the doctors did not correctly administer drugs. He was given Dilaudid even though he was not in any pain when he was submitted.

Published on: June 6, 2011

Routine Knee Surgery Kills Patient

by Stephen Bilkis

A New York Medical Malpractice Lawyer explains that a lawsuit filed for a patient suffering from sleep apnea that was prescribed Percocet and Dilaudid could of lead to his death. The patient was undergoing routine knee replacement surgery and the two drugs were administered. The usage of these drugs should be monitored closely when the patient also has sleep apnea.

The family of the patient has filed a wrongful death lawsuit under the advice of their NY Medical Malpractice Lawyer. The patient suffered from a heart attack while he was traveling to his home. He was transported to hospital but died two days after as a direct result of the heart attack.

The patient underwent the routine surgery in April 2010. The entire medical staff was aware that the patient suffered from sleep apnea and needed specialist care. The surgery was completely successful and the patient was then transferred to the recovery unit for anesthesia, where he seemed to be making a good recovery.