SPOTLIGHT -
Ranging from cases on ultrasound missteps to disease misdiagnosis, these were our most-read articles on malpractice from 2018.
Health care fraud exposed
The penalties of deception can be much worse than medical negligence.
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A look back at our top cases
General surgeons and ob/gyns are the most likely physicians to get sued, according to data from the American Medical Association’s 2016 Physician Practice Benchmark Survey.
Cesarean delivery leads to unexpected outcome
This case presents a unique dynamic involving certified nurse midwives; following protocols enhanced defensibility.
Was this a failure to diagnose ovarian failure?
The outcome in this case underscores the need for solid documentation, especially when one of the defendants has passed.
Major vascular injury incurred at laparoscopy
An LVAH case underscores the importance of continuing education.
Was loss of ovary in this pediatric case avoidable?
This case involves an eight-year-old patient who originally presented with a chief complaint of right-sided abdominal pain and one episode of vomiting.