According to USA Today lack of training can be deadly in cosmetic surgery. Plastic surgery is elective sugery and paid out of pocket. in cash since it is not covered by transaction. Some Doctors see it as a lucrative business. The problem is that they are not board certified in plastic surgery. State laws governing office surgeries are lax. The type of training doctors receive for cosmetic procedures is not always enough.
If the price seems too good for liposection or another cosemetic procedure then do some further research. The most important thing is to ask questions. Is the physician board certified in plastic surgery? Check to see if there is any disciplinary action for the Doctor. Verify if the surgery facility is accredited. Seek references from other patients. Be proactive to make sure you receive the best care.
Botched up plastic surgery can lead to disfiguration or even death. If you were disfigured or a loved one died due to negligence then you should speak to a NYC medical malpractice attorney.
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New York Malpractice Caused By Surgical Equipment
According to wikipedia in the United States medical errors are estimated to result in 44,000 to 200,000 preventable deaths in hospital settings and 100,000 excess injuries each year.
When surgical equipment causes injury or death
Unfortunately, the standards that patients should have the right to reasonably expect are not always met in practice. Doctors do make mistakes by selecting the wrong implants, misusing equipment, puncturing organs with instruments too sharp to be used in a type of surgery, or leaving surgical sponges inside the patient after the operation.
The result can be injury or death during the surgery or from complications caused by the surgical instruments or implanted devices. If the device is defective and fails, the patient suffers or even dies because the surgery fails to solve the medical problem, with an outcome that may even be potentially life threatening.
Obtain proper representation
Obtaining a New York malpractice lawyer who is experienced in personal injuries is critical to a successful case. Most medical malpractice attorneys offer free consultation which allows you to pick the best lawyer to defend you. Sphere: Related Content
When surgical equipment causes injury or death
Unfortunately, the standards that patients should have the right to reasonably expect are not always met in practice. Doctors do make mistakes by selecting the wrong implants, misusing equipment, puncturing organs with instruments too sharp to be used in a type of surgery, or leaving surgical sponges inside the patient after the operation.
The result can be injury or death during the surgery or from complications caused by the surgical instruments or implanted devices. If the device is defective and fails, the patient suffers or even dies because the surgery fails to solve the medical problem, with an outcome that may even be potentially life threatening.
Obtain proper representation
Obtaining a New York malpractice lawyer who is experienced in personal injuries is critical to a successful case. Most medical malpractice attorneys offer free consultation which allows you to pick the best lawyer to defend you. Sphere: Related Content
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