Medical Malpractice

Like some other states, Indiana has a fairly detailed process about how a patient has to go about suing her doctor for medical malpractice. While this process may not apply to every lawsuit involving a doctor, most medical negligence cases must go forward via this...

On June 2nd, 2021, the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced the voluntary recall of Aziyo Biologics' FiberCel Fiber Viable Bone Matrix. The urgent notification came after one of Aziyo's customers, a hospital, complained that 7 of 23 patients that had...

Medical malpractice victims may need help with the physical, financial and emotional aftermath of the harm they have suffered because of medical provider negligence. For that reason, they should be familiar with the common types of surgical errors and how victims can...

If a woman in Indiana is missing periods and has high levels of testosterone along with ovarian cysts, she could be suffering from polycystic ovarian syndrome. These are common symptoms of this common condition. However, there are also situations in which something...

According to the FDA, there are 100,000 reports of medical errors each year in Indiana and throughout the United States. The consequences can include death, disabilities, birth defects, life-threatening situations and further hospitalizations. These errors are often...

Misdiagnosis is a serious concern among medical practitioners in Indiana, and it is on the rise. A misdiagnosis is incredibly dangerous for patients because it can delay treating other conditions in which time is of the essence. Additionally, patients face taking...

Enoxaparin sodium is sometimes known by the brand name Lovenox. It's prescribed to people in Indiana to prevent issues like deep leg thrombosis and pulmonary embolisms. Often, pregnant women are among the people who take this medication. That's part of why it's so...

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...