Category:
medical malpractice
Bona fide emergency care in a hospital ER is subject to a heightened standard of proof
When thoracentesis isn't enough, needle decompression or chest tube placement may be used in emergencies
Prosecutors allege that the Tyler, Texas nurse intentionally caused air embolisms, stroke, and death
Appellate court ruled that physician anesthesiologist didn't link criticisms to medical record facts
The individuals handling anesthesia or performing surgery might surprise you
Texas doesn't allow physician assistants to have a totally independent scope of practice
Texas doesn't allow nurse practitioners to have a totally independent scope of practice
False Claims Act lawsuit alleges pattern of major patient safety breaches
Delayed diagnosis and treatment of neck injuries can lead to permanent paralysis
Some patients are ignored while waiting for admission or get lost in the shuffle