Doctors and other medical professionals often provide heroic work that saves the lives of people. They frequently offer medical care with a sense of integrity and quality. However, there are times when a doctor may fall short and cause a patient’s health to worsen or life to be taken away. A medical error or oversight can result in serious injury or fatality for a patient. This is why everyone is encouraged to also be their own doctor, listen to their body, and if something doesn’t seem right getting a second opinion from another doctor may be a wise choice. Our Klamath, Oregon medical malpractice lawyer has helped many people just like you, who want to know if their situation warrants filing a lawsuit. Please contact our team at Andersen & Linthorst as soon as possible for a consultation.
An Overview Of Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice happens when a doctor or other health professional fails to offer sufficient care or abide by practice standards. A medical provider who does something that leads to injury or death of a patient may be charged with medical malpractice. A doctor may be charged if they provide poor care to the patient. Injured patients may sue the doctor and/or healthcare facility for the suffering caused. As our Klamath medical malpractice attorney can review, examples of medical malpractice can include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Absence of Informed Consent: failure to inform and obtain consent from a patient about potential risks associated with treatment, surgery, etc.
- Persistent Symptoms: worsening condition due to the doctor’s failure to provide proper care or from having committed negligence or an oversight.
- Delayed Diagnosis: failure of a doctor to give the patient a timely diagnosis.
- Unusual After Surgery Symptoms: bruising, bleeding, and swelling after surgery may not be normal and could have been the cause of a procedure that was not done correctly or safely.
- Doctor Dismisses Concerns or Questions: every doctor should listen to their patient’s concerns and answer questions fully so that the patient is fully aware of their health, diagnosis, and provided other relevant information.
- Incorrect Diagnosis: when a doctor fails to correctly diagnose a patient due to misinterpreting symptoms, misreading lab or diagnostic tests, etc.
- Understaffed Medical Facility: Hospitals and other medical facilities may be understaffed, which can result in lower-quality care and mistakes.
Andersen & Linthorst
There are many ways that a doctor may commit an oversight, mistake, or negligence. If you suspect that your doctor made a crucial error, then now is the time to consult with our Oregon medical malpractice attorney about a potential case. Our team at Andersen & Linthorst can come to your aid immediately. We understand that realizing your doctor made a mistake in regards to your care can be a scary thought. You can trust us to advocate for your fair compensation in the matter. First, let us consult with you to learn more and then advise what the next step would be. Please contact us today.
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