Year: 2014

When a patient undergoes major surgery, he or she is administered a powerful anesthetic and will be “under” until the surgery has been completed. Each patient will need a specific quantity and type of anesthetic. Determining how much anesthetic is necessary must be determined on a case-by-case basis by a skilled anesthesiologist. The correct dosage can allow a…

Cancer is a serious diagnosis; in many cases it is life-threatening. A doctor or team of medical professionals should be able to accurately and quickly diagnose such a critical disease, in order to get the patient immediate treatment and potentially extend their life. But in many cases, cancer diagnoses are missed or delayed, and several factors are to…

A doctor who does not look into your eyes and actually listen to your complaints and concerns may misdiagnose your medical condition. A diagnosis mistake is a serious error, preventing you from receiving the timely treatment you may need. Electronic medical records are the new norm in doctors’ offices across the U.S., and for the most part that’s a good thing. Electronic…