How a Misdiagnosis Can Lead to an Aneurysm
Posted on July 21, 2023 in Medical Malpractice
Medical staff are busier than ever, leading to reduced time with patients to offer preventive care. Suffering from an aneurysm that is misdiagnosed leads to a poorer health outcome, which can change the patient’s life dramatically and can even lead to death. There is trusted help available when your health has suffered from a breakdown… read more
Risk Factors for Brain Aneurysms
Posted on July 21, 2023 in Medical Malpractice
Brain aneurysms are a common medical condition that becomes life-threatening when rupturing occurs. Prompt medical attention is required to prevent further damage and possible death. Treating a brain aneurysm may be necessary to avoid the possibility of a future rupture. It is critical to speak with a medical malpractice attorney in Portland if you have… read more
Can Medical Malpractice Cause a Spinal Cord Injury?
Posted on July 19, 2023 in Medical Malpractice
We trust that medical procedures will be performed without incident, and with the proper amount of time for healing, we will be back to regular life again. But routine procedures can end with devastating consequences for many reasons. The thought is frightening enough, but the real-life negligence of a physician can be catastrophic. Spinal cord… read more
Potential Long-Term Effects of Sepsis
Posted on April 24, 2023 in Medical Malpractice,Sepsis
Sepsis is the body’s response to a serious infection. Sepsis is life-threatening, and individuals must seek prompt medical care. If an individual does survive sepsis, they could still suffer from serious long-term health effects. Here, we want to review the potential long-term effects of sepsis on the human body. What is Sepsis? Information presented by… read more
Can Kidney Cancer be Misdiagnosed as Kidney Stones?
Posted on April 21, 2023 in Medical Malpractice
Kidney stones are hard deposits of minerals and salts that form inside the bladder and can lead to incredible pain and discomfort as they pass through the urinary tract. Kidney stones are common. However, there are times when medical professionals could misdiagnose kidney cancer as kidney stones, and this could lead to significant long-term consequences…. read more
List of Licensed Hospitals in Oregon
Posted on April 5, 2023 in Medical Malpractice
There are 66 different licensed hospitals serving people throughout Oregon. The Oregon Health Authority Health Facility Licensing & Certification Program (HFLC) is responsible for licensing and regulating hospitals and other non-long-term healthcare facilities. The requirements are outlined in ORS 441.015 – 441.086; 441.151 – 441.192; 441.196; 441.198. The HFLC defines and categorizes hospitals in several different groups: Acute Care… read more
Medical Negligence vs. Malpractice
Posted on May 9, 2022 in Medical Malpractice
Studies from Johns Hopkins researchers show that medical errors lead to as many as 250,000 fatalities each year across this country. Many others sustained injuries or illnesses as a result of medical mistakes. Any time a person sustains an injury or illness caused by the negligence of a medical professional, they should be able to… read more
What To Do If You Were Prescribed The Wrong Medication
Posted on May 4, 2022 in Medical Malpractice
Most people trust their doctors, nurses, and pharmacists to prescribe and give them the right medications. However, there are times when a person receives the wrong prescription, and this can lead to serious consequences. It is important to understand what to do if you were prescribed the wrong medication and become seriously injured or ill…. read more
The Long-Term Costs of an Accident-Related Amputation
Posted on December 29, 2021 in Medical Malpractice
Individuals who sustain amputations caused by the careless or negligent actions of others should be able to recover compensation for their losses. However, amputation claims can be complicated. This is particularly true when it comes to taking the long-term costs of an amputation into account and securing full compensation for these losses. Here, we want… read more
What Complications Arise From Vaginal Mesh?
Posted on November 22, 2021 in Medical Malpractice
Vaginal meshes do serve legitimate medical purposes, but they can also malfunction and lead to significant pain and suffering for women. Complications from surgical meshes used to treat transvaginal pelvic organ prolapse (POP) are not uncommon. Here, we want to discuss the purposes of a vaginal mesh as well as the risks and complications associated… read more