Archives for: June 21st, 2017
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on June 21, 2017
A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure in which doctors remove a part of a woman’s uterus or the entire thing. Most often, hysterectomies are a final treatment option for women who are suffering from uterine cancer. Other health problems such as endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain can be resolved with a hysterectomy. In this day and age, hysterectomies are […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on February 27, 2017
Any surgery – major or minor – comes with certain risks that are out of the control of the surgeon and team. Because of this, most patients sign a release form known as “informed consent” prior to going under the knife. This acknowledges they understand that surgery comes with certain risks that are out of […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 23, 2017
Hospital malpractice is a type of medical malpractice that occurs in a hospital. Often it involves a situation where a doctor or other medical professional employed by a hospital causes injury to a patient. The negligence oftentimes can be the result of incorrect diagnosis, treatment, care, or health management. For example, in certain instances, a […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 20, 2016
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, there were close to 16 million cosmetic procedures performed last year in the United States. This statistic includes procedures ranging from minimally-invasive to surgical cases. With growing public acceptance and accessibility, plastic surgery is more common than ever before. For those considering undergoing some type of reconstructive […]