Medical Malpractice

When living in Indiana, it's important to know the signs of hand cancer. If you catch it early, your doctor might be able to remove the cancer before it becomes a bigger issue. Skin cancer can take on a variety of appearances, but most doctors can usually diagnose it...

With the advent of modern technology, it's never been easier for doctors in Indiana to diagnose skin cancer. But while modern technology can be miraculous at times, it also has its drawbacks. A recent study revealed that one popular diagnostic tool might not be as...

The Ophthalmic Mutual Insurance Company has reviewed some 1,613 ophthalmic malpractice claims that were closed or resolved between 2008 and 2014, and it has found that retinal detachment was behind a surprising number of these claims. Indiana residents should know...

There has been significant research conducted regarding the rate of diagnostic radiology errors. It is estimated that radiologists experience a 3-5% error rate annually, and these cases result in 75% of the medical malpractice cases filed. The numbers are staggering...

Patients who find themselves facing a surgical procedure likely think about the cost associated with the medical bills they will accrue and the obvious risks of being put under anesthesia. However, surgery patients in Indiana may also need to consider the additional...

An individual in Indiana who has been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer is in a tough spot. Since their condition is rare, the medical community does not necessarily have access to enough clinical trial and research opportunities. Professionals in the medical field...

Some Indiana residents may know that black people have the lowest life expectancy of any major group in this country. This is due to a number of factors, including poverty and the resulting lack of access to health care. Not only that, but black patients are also...

Cancers are among the most misdiagnosed of conditions in Indiana. However, the reason behind the errors may differ. Some can be misdiagnosed because they are so rare. For example, around 300 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with ear cancer each year while on the other...

Cancers of the larynx or trachea have both been related to smoking, but they are very different in terms of how common they are. They can also develop rapidly and a misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose can cause severe damages for those in Indiana who have tracheal or...

Many patients with one of the Big Three conditions, which are cancers, vascular events and infections, are being misdiagnosed in Indiana and across the U.S. Up until now, few have actually looked into the rate at which they are being misdiagnosed. Researchers at the...