Across the country, doctors and other medical providers deliver excellent care to thousands of patients every day. Unfortunately, there are times when the standard of care slips for providers in Arizona and other states. Errors or issues can occur when providers are...
Month: February 2014
New cesarean section guidelines urge patience during delivery
Health care providers in Phoenix, Arizona, and throughout the country are tasked with continuing education requirements as part of continued licensing. Doctors must stay informed about new ideas, innovations and discoveries in their niche. For obstetricians, new...
Medication injury accusations mean doctor faces 200 years in jail
Arizona residents may have hard of a physician in another state who is being called the "Candy Man." The doctor was arrested in 2012 for a number of charges related to prescription drug injuries and death. In one case, authorities report that the physician prescribed...
Man files wrongful death suit over plane crash that killed wife
Arizona residents are likely aware that there is more statistical risk associated in driving a car than flying in a plane. However, when people are involved in any process, mistakes can be made. When mistakes or negligence on the part of a person or company lead to a...
Arizona woman leaves car accident scene, blames tummy trouble
From fender benders to hit-and-runs, vehicle accidents leave behind a range of injuries and damages. The right thing to do regardless of the severity of a car accident is to stop, check on the other individuals involved when possible and wait for authorities. One...
Car accident involving Arizona Wildcat sends 3 to hospital
Phoenix, Arizona, residents likely know that there are correlations between speed and the seriousness of a car accident. That doesn't mean that serious injuries don't occur when speed isn't a factor in an incident. An accident involving an Arizona Wildcat student in a...
New study shows delayed delivery not always a bad thing
For women in Phoenix, Arizona, who are dealing with pregnancy, the last few weeks are often filled with anticipation, excitement and worry. For some, the baby can't be born fast enough, and no one wants to go through a prolonged or delayed delivery process. A recent...
Family to file medical malpractice suit in cosmetic surgery case
A growing number of medical procedures are becoming outpatient procedures. These procedures are performed in non-hospital clinics and often result in a single overnight stay or the patient going home within hours of surgery. Because of this, some residents of Phoenix,...
Researchers look into relationship between brain injury and sleep
There are certain homegrown medical wisdoms that are passed down through generations. Many residents of Maricopa, Arizona, have probably heard the advice about not letting those with a concussion sleep for prolonged periods. Recent research, including work conducted...
Nursing home medication injuries increasing hospitalizations
Families in Phoenix, Arizona, who are looking for nursing home or assisted living care for loved ones are likely considering numerous factors. The ongoing safety and well-being of your loved one is a top concern, and it's important to find a facility where staff takes...