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| Radiology Outsourcing |
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| There is a serious shortage of radiologists in the United States. One trade journal recently reported there is an average of four vacancies per radiology department at American academic centers over the past two years. In response to the nationwide shortage and to the demand for more sophisticated scans to diagnose illnesses, physicians at many small American hospitals are relying on companies that outsource diagnosis tasks to offshore radiologists. More... |
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| Loss of Enjoyment of Life |
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| When a patient is injured by the negligence of a healthcare provider, his or her injuries may not be limited by the aches, pains, or physical deformities caused by the medical malpractice. Many courts now allow these plaintiffs to recover for the loss of enjoyment of life, which often occurs as the result of a permanent injury. What is the scope of damages for the loss of enjoyment of life, or hedonic damages? These awards compensate the injured patient for the loss of his or her former recreational, family, social, or career pursuits as well as the patient's future inability to perform elementary physical and intellectual tasks taken for granted by most people. More... |
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| Malpractice in Forceps Deliveries |
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| In recent years, the number of deliveries involving the use of forceps has decreased. Today, many of the deliveries that would have been performed utilizing forceps are completed by cesarean sections because there is a documented high risk of fetal morbidity and mortality with forceps deliveries. However, the choice usually depends upon the training, experience, and preference of the physician. More... |
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| Gynecology Malpractice in Prescribing Oral Contraceptives |
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| Oral contraceptives, or birth control pills, operate by altering the hormonal structure of the body. For this reason, they have more side effects than other forms of contraception. Therefore, the decision to use birth control pills should only be made after the physician takes a careful history, does a thorough examination, and discusses all possible risks with the patient. Due to the nature of oral contraceptives and the possibly of adverse effects, informed consent is crucial. More... |
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