A mother who goes into the hospital to have a baby usually expects that everything will go as planned. She likely thinks that she’ll have her little bundle of joy and go home in a few days. Most women don’t go to labor and delivery thinking that something...
Medical malpractice affects kids, too
When people think of medical malpractice, they understandably tend to imagine adults suffering from surgical errors or misdiagnosed illnesses. After all, medical errors are a leading cause of death among adults. But children are just as vulnerable—sometimes even more...
Outpatient surgery centers aren’t always the safest options
Outpatient surgery centers are sometimes referred to as ambulatory surgical centers. They offer a convenient option for many types of procedures, and some patients prefer them because they’re often less costly than having surgery in a hospital. The procedures at these...