Medical Malpractice

According to government studies, about one out of 10 doctors is an alcoholic or drug addict, and Arizona-based doctors are likely no exception. One investigative correspondent brought this issue to light after finding several cases of doctors getting caught abusing...

The Journal on Patient Safety recently confirmed that over 440,000 people die every year because of preventable medical errors. Every year, preventable medical errors needlessly kill the equivalent of the population of Atlanta, Georgia.  Put another way, that's like...

When a medical expert or practitioner tells a resident of Phoenix, Arizona, that a procedure is warranted, most patients will see no reason to distrust the doctor or specialist. Although some people might ask for a second opinion, many individuals undergo surgeries...

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,...

No one is perfect, but Arizona patients don't like to consider that medical staff can make mistakes. Though there are many procedures in place to reduce the risk of surgical errors, including years of training and education, mistakes do occur. In a case involving a...

Residents of Phoenix, Arizona, likely try to find the best possible medical care for any treatment. Individuals are likely to ask for recommendations from friends, family and other health care providers, especially when it comes to pediatric services. Even if parents...