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Many people took the ability to taste and smell for granted before the Covid pandemic, and now have a newfound gratitude for these functions. But you may not appreciate the serious nature of other conditions that could affect your senses, including cancers of the mouth and upper throat. As part of its Oral Cancer...

Many people get a kick out of celebrating national days dedicated to hamburgers, margaritas, and their favorite desserts, but one upcoming event will focus on a topic of which everyone should take note: Annual National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD). The effort is spearheaded by The Conversation Project, a group of lawyers and professionals who...

Client v. South Florida Plastic Surgeon – $250,000 Freidin Brown attorneys Jonathan Freidin and Lara Dabdoub successfully settled a case for the full insurance policy limits of $250,000 on behalf of their client who was left with significant bilateral scarring from a facelift performed by a South Florida plastic surgeon. The client, Jane Doe,...

As a medical specialty, radiology is a major contributor to the diagnosis process by Florida health care providers. Unfortunately, the key role of medical imaging also means that it can be the basis of diagnosis errors. The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) reports that the rate of incorrect or delayed diagnoses could be...

There are numerous reasons pregnant women and their OB-GYNs discuss C-section as the due date approaches, and just as many situations where a physician orders the procedure after labor is already underway. Experts at the Mayo Clinic report that a surgical method is often considered the safest in the presence of certain risk factors,...

South Florida’s leading legal newspaper, the Daily Business Review, recently announced the recipients of their annual Florida Legal Awards. We are thrilled to announce that attorney Jonathan E. Freidin has been recognized as a 2021 “On the Rise” honoree, reserved for South Florida’s most promising young attorneys selected through peer nomination. Previously recognized by...

The brain is one of the most powerful, complicated organs of the human body, so it’s not surprising that trauma to the head can lead to severe, life-changing injuries. To support the more than 5.3 million Americans who live with long-term permanent brain injuries, the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) established March as...

The focus of chiropractic care is using spinal manipulation and other alternative therapies to bring the human body into alignment and enhance its ability to heal itself. While the cracking sounds can make some people uncomfortable, many Floridians rely on chiropractors for regular adjustments to restore joint function and support the nervous system. However,...

As a generic term, palsy refers to various types of paralysis accompanied by weakness, lack of control, and loss of sensation at the affected area of the body. You may be familiar with Erb’s palsy and cerebral palsy as some of the top medical conditions that result from birth injuries, and these are certainly...

Cancer misdiagnosis is one of the most common forms of errors by Florida health care providers, though there are many other ways that physicians may be negligent in treating the disease. Malpractice in cancer care has extreme implications for the patient, as this is one area where the results of a mistake can be...

After spending time in the hospital, it is understandable that all you want to do is return home, get comfortable, and start on the road to recovery from your injury or illness. However, you probably also understand that healthcare providers must consider your medical needs when making the decision to discharge you. Unfortunately, medical...

Many people do not know that although Florida law requires doctors to have medical malpractice insurance, there are multiple loopholes that allow medical providers to get out of having an actual insurance policy. As a result, one of the biggest injustices is when a patient dies or is severely injured due to the actions...

It’s awful to think about losing a loved one due to another person’s negligence, but it’s even more devastating when the responsible party is someone you trust to provide quality health care. Unfortunately, the scenario is quite common, as researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine revealed that medical errors are the third leading cause of...

We at Freidin Brown, P.A. hope to bring to light a disappointing pattern of disparity in the healthcare treatment received by Florida’s expecting mothers as well as the medical implications that in turn affect the health of those babies. This pattern of healthcare inequity is something that Freidin Brown’s attorneys hope to disrupt by...

“Medical negligence” is a broad term as defined by Florida’s statute on medical malpractice, covering a wide range of mistakes, errors in judgment, and other misconduct that deviates from recognized medical standards. The resulting harm for the patient can range from minimal effects to a life-threatening ailment to death. In some cases, medical malpractice...

When consulting with your health care providers about undergoing elective surgery to address a medical condition, you probably discussed the details regarding anesthesia. Though generally safe, there are always risks involved when you are unconscious and many of your body’s functions slow down. One of the most extreme dangers is the development of a...

When you learn that a loved one recovered after contracting a sepsis infection in a nursing home, you will no doubt breathe a sigh of relief. However, surviving sepsis is not the end of a person’s struggles with related health issues. Sepsis Alliance, a non-profit organization that aims to reduce the suffering from an...

On Monday February 1, Universal Health Services, a Fortune 500 healthcare company, announced development plans for a new 7-story, 270-bed hospital after purchasing a 32-acre lot in Palm Beach Gardens. Based out of Pennsylvania, Universal Health is a nationwide healthcare network with over 25 medical facilities in the state of Florida, as listed below....

There are risks involved with any type of health care treatment, but the threat of serious adverse outcomes is significant in the context of stroke. According to a National Library of Medicine article, stroke misdiagnosis is a “major” concern due to errors in around 9 percent of cases in the emergency setting. Missed diagnosis...

Whether you have made arrangements for elective surgery or need to undergo a procedure for emergency reasons, you know that there are risks involved. Still, you trust your surgeon and surgical team to protect your overall health while taking corrective action to address a serious medical condition. Unfortunately, surgical errors are still a threat....

Women of all ages rely on their OB/GYNs to monitor, diagnose, and treat issues related to reproductive health, from their pre-teens to child-bearing years to menopause. Unfortunately, medical mistakes are a reality and they are often linked to negligence by OB/GYNs. A study conducted by the American Medical Association (AMA) indicates that around 63...

An urgent care center is an affordable, quick, and convenient option when seeking medical care for a condition that is serious, but not life-threatening enough to head to the emergency room. Plus, these facilities are very accessible no matter where you live, with a location on almost every corner around South Florida. However, some...

The Mayo Clinic defines preeclampsia as a potentially fatal complication that impacts the liver and kidneys, one that can develop into eclampsia and a risk of seizures without proper care. Any person who is pregnant or planning to become pregnant should be aware of critical issues regarding these two health concerns. If either of...

Patients and their families never expect to suffer injuries at the hands of negligent medical providers, but one careless decision can leave patients with mounting bills, physical trauma, and other losses. Negligence is often a mistake or a lapse in judgment that does not adhere to the profession’s standard of care, and it often...

You are probably familiar with the term “black box” to describe the event data recorders on commercial aircraft and automobiles, but you might not realize that this technology is also making its way into operating rooms across the US. Named to the Best Inventions 2019 list generated by Time magazine, the OR black box...

One of the primary elements in proving a medical malpractice case is showing that medical negligence was a direct cause of the patient’s injuries.  As a result, comorbidities—or preexisting conditions—can cause some issues in proving your case. Having more than one medical condition can complicate a claim, especially when the issue is related to...

Couples spend the duration of pregnancy eagerly anticipating the birth of their child, so they look forward to the delivery process and the joyous occasion when a new life emerges. As a result, there can be an extreme amount of stress and uncertainty if the birth did not go as planned. Health care providers...

Many people suffer from seasonal allergies, reactions to pet dander, and issues after eating certain types of foods, but allergic reactions to prescription medications are also a considerable problem. Statistics published by the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology reveal that adverse drug reactions affect an estimated 10 percent of patients – and...

There are countless technical terms involved with the practice of medicine so, like most people, you probably leave the definitions and details up to your Florida health care providers. However, there is one you should know about if you have heart issues or recently suffered a heart attack. A Swan-Ganz Catheterization is a type...

The human body is a vastly complicated machine, so it is no surprise that there are numerous specialty areas within the practice of medicine. However, you might be shocked to learn that healthcare providers in certain specialties are far more likely to be sued for medical malpractice than others. Almost one-third of all physicians...