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One interesting thing that you find when you look at heart attack cases is that doctors are less likely to make the proper diagnosis if the patient is a woman. The accuracy rate of diagnosing a heart attack in a man is much higher, but women often receive the wrong...
Every physician practicing medicine in the United States has extensive education. They complete a college degree and then attend medical school. Their education involves a residency, where they work hands-on in the area of medicine that they hope to practice while...
A spinal cord injury (SCI) can be a devastating diagnosis for any family. When it happens to a newborn, the effects can be challenging. While there are many potential causes of SCI in newborns, one that is often overlooked is delivery complications. If you suspect...
While Iowa’s certainly not one of the more ethnically diverse states in the country, it’s considerably more diverse than it once was. That’s particularly true in larger cities like Des Moines. However, life can still be challenging for people who aren’t fluent in...
Birthing is a tense high stakes process where nothing can go wrong. Every second matters and even the slightest delays or moments of inaction can risk the lives of the mother and child. Unfortunately, thousands of mothers do not enjoy motherhood due to negligence...
When a loved one dies because of a missed diagnosis, it is an unimaginable tragedy. Too often, physicians brush off patients' concerns and fail to make the correct diagnosis, which can have devastating consequences. What can you do if you believe that your loved one's...
When you have to go to the emergency room, your thought is that the medical team there will be intelligent and quick to diagnose a variety of illnesses and injuries. They’ll have the skills they need to make life-changing decisions in situations where a mistake could...
Getting the wrong medication for your illness can be deadly. You can faithfully adhere to the prescribed medication, but your health keeps deteriorating. Your condition could worsen, and in extreme cases, it can be fatal. When this happens, you need to hold the...
Emergency rooms are busy places that tend to be understaffed. The doctors, nurses and staff are often overworked with long shifts and many patients. This can spell trouble for people seeking help after a serious accident. When workers are tired, mistakes can happen....
Medical errors occur across the U.S. every day. While some errors are minimal, others are more serious and lead to serious injuries and lasting effects. There are some medical errors that are more common than others. Keep reading to learn about some of the most...
