When you walk into a medical office, hospital, or clinic, you put your trust in healthcare professionals to keep you safe and healthy. Most of the time, this happens without a second thought, but sometimes medical errors happen.
An estimated 251,000 deaths occur each year in the United States due to medical errors—making this the third leading cause of death in the US.
Whether it’s due to a missed diagnosis, improper medication dosage, a surgical error, or any other type of malpractice, the consequences of a medical mistake can be catastrophic. If you experienced harm from any of the following, you could be a victim of medical malpractice:
Missed Diagnosis
A missed diagnosis is when a provider fails to diagnose a condition or diagnoses a condition incorrectly. This can happen when a provider:
- Misinterprets test results
- Does not take medical history into account
- Fails to recognize or properly evaluate symptoms
- Fails to initiate necessary testing or referrals promptly
Delayed Treatment
A delay in treatment is when a provider does not offer timely medical care for a known condition. This can happen when a provider:
- Fails to recognize the urgency of a situation (ex: a patient comes to the hospital with symptoms of a heart attack, but the provider doesn’t prioritize their care)
- Does not order diagnostic tests promptly or delays interpreting the results
- Does not refer a patient to a specialist or other medical professional when needed
- Fails to communicate with other members of the treatment team
Improper Treatment
If a provider does not properly administer treatment that falls within the accepted standard of care, it may be considered medical malpractice. This can happen if a provider:
- Prescribes the wrong medication
- Performs a procedure incorrectly or makes an error during the procedure
- Uses an outdated treatment
- Fails to provide proper follow-up care
- Overlooks warning signs and concerning symptoms
Contact Bartimus Frickleton Robertson Rader for a Medical Malpractice Attorney in Kansas City
If you or a loved one was injured due to a medical error, it’s important to know your rights. Bartimus Frickleton Robertson Rader is the trusted name for personal injury attorneys. We deliver answers, accountability, and justice for victims of medical malpractice in Kansas City.
To get in contact with a medical malpractice lawyer today, use our virtual case tool or contact our office at (913) 266-2300 to speak with one of our team members.
The above is not intended to be legal advice. Each individual case is different and must be analyzed on its own set of facts and circumstances. If you believe you may have a case, it is critically important that you timely contact a lawyer to ensure your rights are protected.
