An assisted living center in Warren County has been closed by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation. According to the report the Floyd McKissick Senior Assisted Living Center in Norlina received zero stars under the state’s adult care licensure rating system. This is the lowest rating possible. An inspection made at the facility…
The incidences of LASIK eye surgery complications and injuries have progressively decreased over the years as the technology improved, but it’s not a 100% safe procedure. Numerous complications and abnormalities may arise. This is why it’s crucial for you to perform proper research when considering a LASIK doctor and what type of procedure is best….
Mere months after cases of hepatitis C were tracked to the improper sterilization of equipment used in colonoscopies at a Miami, Florida (FL), Veterans hospital, another incident in which a health care nurse has exposed patients to the potentially fatal liver disease is making national headlines. Whether patients now suffering hepatitis C will bring malpractice…
Perforated/Cut Intestine Leads To Brain Damage Following Colonoscopy Complication A Tennessee jury found in favor of a woman who was left with brain damage after a routine colonoscopy, with a $12,000,000.00 verdict. Kristen Freeman was only 30 years old when she had bowel troubles and was ordered to undergo a colonoscopy. Due to complications that arose…
My fellow lawyer Randy Appleton wrote about the decrease in independent doctors and the potential correlation between medical errors. More people die each year from medical errors than car accidents, breast cancer, or AIDS. Please click here to learn more about the potential increase in medical negligence/accidents.