Orthopedic medical malpractice claims arise when patients suffer harm due to negligent or substandard orthopedic care. Orthopedic injuries and conditions can significantly affect a person's quality of life, and when healthcare professionals fail to provide adequate treatment or make errors during orthopedic procedures, patients may have grounds for a medical malpractice claim.
Orthopedic medicine involves the care of injuries and diseases of the bones and includes spinal surgery, joint replacements involving the knee, hip, shoulder and ankle, trauma care following fractures and even pediatric care for birth deformities and complications. Orthopedic patients span the spectrum from infants to our oldest family members.
Orthopedic medical malpractice refers to situations where healthcare providers, most often orthopedic surgeons, fail to meet the accepted standard of care in the treatment of orthopedic injuries or conditions. Examples of orthopedic medical malpractice include:
To pursue an orthopedic medical malpractice claim, patients must demonstrate that the healthcare provider's actions or inactions deviated from the standard of care expected from a competent orthopedic professional. This requires proving that the healthcare provider breached their duty by failing to follow proper medical protocols, made errors during treatment or surgery, or neglected to provide appropriate post-operative care, causing harm or worsened condition for the patient.
Orthopedic medical malpractice claims always rely on expert testimony from other orthopedic specialists. These experts review the patient's medical records, evaluate the treatment provided, and offer opinions on whether the care fell below the acceptable standard. Expert opinions play a crucial role in establishing the negligence of the healthcare provider and connecting their actions to the harm suffered by the patient.
Orthopedic medical malpractice cases are complex, requiring specialized legal expertise. Todd Hendrickson has been representing patients injured by orthopedic malpractice throughout his entire career. Todd is recognized by his peers as an expert in this field. Todd understands the intricacies of orthopedic procedures and will consult with medical experts, gather evidence, and build a strong case on your behalf.
Orthopedic medical malpractice claims can have a profound impact on patients' lives, potentially leading to debilitating injuries, prolonged pain, and diminished quality of life. Understanding the elements of orthopedic medical malpractice claims, the importance of expert opinion, and seeking appropriate legal representation is crucial for affected patients. Seeking legal guidance empowers patients to assert their rights and promote the delivery of safe and quality orthopedic treatment
If you suspect that you are the victim of medical malpractice involving a joint replacement, contact St. Louis medical malpractice attorney Todd N. Hendrickson.
What to do if you suspect neglect: Immediately begin to take notes and record important events such as surgeries, tests, reports of labs. Make notes of the names of the doctors, nurses and other health care providers involved. Ask questions—why did this happen? What is the treatment? What's next? Try to have a family member present when you speak to doctors about your care. If you are hospitalized, you may want to consider transferring to another facility. And most important, contact a qualified medical malpractice attorney as soon as possible.
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