Approximately 600,000 hysterectomies are performed in the U.S. every year, according to the National Women’s Health Network. For many women, this procedure provides relief from chronic pain and is an effective way to treat cervix cancer and eliminate the discomfort associated with uterine fibroids. However, in some cases, this procedure can result in potentially life-threatening complications for … [Read more...] about Common Hysterectomy Surgery Errors
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Car Accident Medical Examination: What to Expect
Thousands of motorists are injured in high-speed collisions in the U.S. every year. These injuries can range from whiplash to life-threatening brain trauma and spine injuries. A car accident medical examination is an opportunity to assess these injuries and determine which treatments and medication the patient will require. In this article, we discuss what a patient should expect during a medical … [Read more...] about Car Accident Medical Examination: What to Expect
Certified Life Care Planners Working Nationwide
The cost of treatment, pain management, and rehabilitation can add up quickly in the aftermath of a severe injury. A life care plan can help shed light on both current and future expenses for the patient providing an in-depth overview of a patient’s medical needs. In this article, we explore what factors a certified life care planner will consider when creating this document. If you’re an … [Read more...] about Certified Life Care Planners Working Nationwide
How Elder Care Management Helps Elder Law Attorneys
A medical case manager’s job is to help ensure the patient is on the right path to recovery. That includes coordinating care plans with care providers, making sure patients make their appointments and receive the treatments they are supposed to get. Elder care managers can visit and evaluate care facilities, suggest treatments and make plans for short and long term care. Elder Law Attorneys: How … [Read more...] about How Elder Care Management Helps Elder Law Attorneys
What Is the Main Cause of Medical Errors?
When it comes to medical mistakes that cause serious harm or death to patients, the most frequent question asked is: why? Why do these things happen? What is the main cause of medical errors made by doctors and other healthcare providers? The Joint Commission set out to answer exactly that question. They reviewed over 14,000 instances of medical errors that resulted in severe harm or death. In … [Read more...] about What Is the Main Cause of Medical Errors?
Recovering from Anesthesia Errors
Anesthesia helps countless patients avoid pain, but it can also cause life-altering injuries and even death. Although anesthesia errors are uncommon, mistakes can and do happen in hospitals across America. If you’re an attorney working on a medical malpractice lawsuit involving anesthesia errors, the team at Cardinal LifeCare Consulting can assist with your case. We can help you determine the … [Read more...] about Recovering from Anesthesia Errors
