Expecting mothers in Washington always hope for the best for their child. While the state of modern medicine makes healthy labor very common, it's also possible for issues to occur during childbirth. The possibility of a premature birth is one thing to consider.What...
Month: March 2018
Patient poll evaluates medical mistakes
Despite an understandable desire to trust wholeheartedly in the care provided by doctors, nurses and other medical providers, Washington State residents know that they need to be proactive about their health care. This means they have to be aware of the fact that...
2 types of errors that occur in emergency rooms
The Seattle area is home to some of the finest hospitals in the country. Many residents and tourists go to the emergency rooms when they are suffering from serious ailments and life-threatening injuries. The professionals they must rely on for treatment are...
Medical malpractice: Find out what happened to your loved one
Imagine you brought your husband or wife to the medical facility for a routine surgery, but something went wrong and your spouse died on the operating table. No one seems to know why and your doctor won't give you a straight answer. The only information you get is,...
Study highlights lack of error reporting
If you are like most people in Washington State, you want to believe that those you look to for health care for yourself or a family member will always have the patient's and family's best interest at heart. In most cases, this is likely true but there are times when...
What should expecting mothers know about uterine ruptures?
Expecting mothers in Seattle like you all wish that their children are born in perfect health. Unfortunately, complications can occur and accidents can happen in the heat of the moment. Uterine rupture is one such possible childbirth injury that can have...