A Connecticut dentist, who is one of only a few in the state permitted to perform conscious sedation on his patients, has been accused of three instances of malpractice over the past three years.
Report identifies Connecticut VA hospital cleanliness problems
Some of the most serious accusations against Veterans Administration hospitals across the nation - such as secret waiting lists and alleged extraordinary waiting times for appointments - have not been linked to VA facilities in Connecticut. However, recent findings from a report by the VA's Inspector General indicate that Connecticut's VA facilities may in fact have troubles of their own.
Test mistakes can be a costly form of medical malpractice
Mistakes can happen throughout the health care industry and testing errors can cost patients gravely. Failure to diagnose existing medical conditions and inaccurately diagnosing patients’ illnesses are dangerous mistakes and may leave patients without the care they need.
Medical malpractice lawsuit settled over kidney thrown in trash
There is no denying that hospital negligence can take many forms. Misdiagnosis, delayed medical assistance, emergency room errors, and surgical errors happen too often. Even so, it was surprising to hear about a patient who woke up after a procedure only to learn that a nurse accidentally threw away the organ that she was meant to receive.
