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When you see a doctor, you place your health and faith entirely in their hands. You must believe that every decision, especially about prescribed medications, serves your best interest. However, doctors can shatter this fundamental trust when they accept payments from pharmaceutical companies. This alarming conflict of interest can improperly influence prescribing decisions, directly…

When a hospital settles a malpractice case quickly, it might seem like a straightforward act of accountability. But sometimes, the reason behind a fast settlement is not compassion — it is cost control.  Many hospitals face budget pressures that quietly influence how they staff their facilities, manage risks and handle claims when things go…

In a settlement approved by both a Law Division and Probate Division judge, a Chicago area hospital and pediatrician agreed to pay $17,500,000 to settle claims brought by the parents of a 6-year-old girl delivered at the institution. The settlement was reached shortly before a scheduled two-week trial at which the parties were expected…

A suburban Chicago OB/GYN is facing allegations of misconduct and has lost his medical license, according to media reports. More than 50 former patients have brought allegations against Dr. Vernon Cannon. Victims allege he: Saw patients while intoxicated Delivered a baby while intoxicated Disrobed in front of patients Asked patients for dates Asked patients to…

Having a child is a wonderful time in life, but many parents worry about maternal death and birth complications. The good news is there was a significant drop in maternal death rates. The bad news is a significant increase in birth complications over the last few years. A few factors increase this risk. Race…

Medical professionals are some of the most-respected and best-compensated workers in the United States. They spent years pursuing an education that allows them to help people protect and improve their health. Especially when it comes to physicians or medical doctors, patients expect professionalism and a commitment to provide the best standard of care possible….

More than 20 percent of medical patients who pursue second opinions after hearing they have serious conditions find that their doctors misdiagnosed them during their first visits, according to a Mayo Clinic study. A total of 286 patients participated in the study, and they ranged in age from 15 to 80 years old. The…

People frequently underestimate the amount of risk involved in surgery. Surgical procedures have become such a common form of medical treatment that people assume it is generally safe. However, there are many major risks involved in even the most basic surgical procedure. From the possibility of a patient having an adverse reaction to anesthesia…

Chicago has a reputation as being a metropolitan area with excellent medical services available. In years past, Chicago area hospitals have ranked among some of the top in the nation. The nonprofit organization the Leapfrog Group reviews information about hospital safety to determine which hospitals are best in the country. They rank several different…

While many patients understand what to ask before they go into surgery, one of the things they may not know is what their medical provider should be disclosing after a surgery is complete. Many patients do ask themselves if a surgeon would tell them if something went wrong or may have gone wrong. Surgeons…