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Gallbladder surgery or cholecystectomy is a common procedure where over 600,000 gallbladders are removed annually. Studies suggest that the majority of patients experience changes in their abdomen after gallbladder removal, a phenomenon that can be both alarming and uncomfortable. While this outcome can be due to several factors, it raises questions about read more

Doctors are legally bound to act in a way that meets or exceeds the professionally accepted standard of care for any situation they are handling. However, it’s not uncommon for medical negligence to cause injuries to patients, leading to significant financial losses and emotional distress, so let’s answer this: Can I sue my doctor for read more

Did you know that the outcome of most legal claims can be profoundly affected by the smallest details? One such detail is the ability to retrieve timely and accurate medical records. In this process, a Medical Record Number (MRN) is key in establishing a clear and comprehensive medical history to support your claims. But, what read more

If you suffer preventable harm due to a medical error, it can be devastating and costly. Fortunately, in many cases, you can take legal action and seek relief for issues such as a delayed cancer diagnosis if you can prove that the negligence of a healthcare professional caused harm. At Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C., we read more

Medical records are key for capturing a comprehensive account of a patient’s medical history, treatments, and care plans. However, sometimes there could be inaccuracies in these records, which can have serious consequences. Recent research indicates that mistakes in medical care cause at least 251,454 deaths in the U.S. per year. Given the seriousness read more

Families entrust these institutions with the care of their loved ones, expecting professional and compassionate treatment. However, incidents of negligence or abuse can occur. It is important not to wait long before reporting such incidents to protect those who may be vulnerable. Mostly, the cases of neglect and abuse in adult care facilities cause injuries read more

Medical malpractice is a significant concern in the healthcare industry, and medical errors are a leading cause of preventable injury and death in the U.S., claiming over 250,000 lives annually. If you have been injured by a surgical error, the law gives you a limited time to file a lawsuit against the negligent doctor or read more

Anesthesia-related accidents are relatively rare but still notable. According to a case-crossover study involving 70,722 drivers who had undergone surgery, 263 of them were involved in car crashes. While the study does not absolutely link the crashes with surgery, the residual effects that anesthesia can have on your cognitive and motor functions played read more