There are numerous ways in which artificial intelligence makes medical professionals’ jobs easier and more efficient. More importantly, AI can improve patient outcomes. In some cases, however, does AI pose added patient risks? That’s the question the medical...
Doctor Errors
What can you claim after a medical malpractice?
Medical malpractice can have sweeping effects on your life, affecting everything from your financial stability to your overall well-being. Sometimes, a simple error during a routine procedure can lead to unexpected long-term health issues that can significantly impact...
What to do when your cosmetic surgery goes wrong
Cosmetic surgery is one of the most popular medical procedures in the world. In America, billions of dollars are spent on cosmetic surgery every year to improve patients’ appearances, which can be vital to their confidence and quality of life. Unfortunately, there are...
What are the common medical errors in emergency rooms?
A hospital emergency room can be a chaotic place when emotions run high. Due to the immense urgency and pressure to find solutions, emergency providers could fall short at the expense of patients. Aside from emergency physicians, those who receive malpractice claims...
Stop medical gaslighting by becoming a strong advocate
Unfortunately, many people in New Jersey go to the doctor to find they are constantly interrupted or do not take their concerns seriously. Healthcare workers may blame the patient for the condition or suggest a mental health challenge causes it. The worker may show...
New Jersey medication overload and medical malpractice
In recent years, there has been growing concern about overprescribing medication in New Jersey and nationwide, also known as "medication overload." This practice has been linked to increased adverse drug reactions, hospitalizations and other negative health outcomes....
Racial disparities can lead to medical malpractice
The story is all too familiar to patients of color. They try to tell their New Jersey doctors that something doesn't feel right with their pregnancies or they are experiencing worrying symptoms involving another issue, but their concerns are dismissed out of hand....
Recognizing the symptoms of a misdiagnosis
Experienced, licensed physicians can misread test results and misdiagnose patients. Several diseases have symptoms that are very similar, and some tests can provide false positives or inconclusive results. Therefore, patients in New Jersey are encouraged to take...
What are some of the most commonly misdiagnosed ailments?
An almost unavoidable part of life involves dealing with a medical emergency. Each day, people visit emergency rooms throughout New Jersey in need of serious medical attention. Unfortunately, not all of these patients will receive the correct diagnosis. Considering...
How is causation proved in a medical malpractice case?
When a New Jersey resident files a medical malpractice claim, they must prove causation. Causation is often complex and the most difficult aspect to prove in these types of cases. Definition of causation in medical malpractice cases Causation refers to the proof...
