In many cases where a patient has a serious health concern, they will be treated with multiple providers. If they subsequently suffer harm due to substandard care, it may be complicated to determine which provider is ultimately at fault, as demonstrated in a recent New York case. If you or a loved one sustained injuries due to the carelessness of a doctor, it is in your best interest to talk to a Syracuse medical malpractice attorney about what evidence you must produce to recover damages.
Case Summary and Allegations
It is alleged that the plaintiff, who underwent spinal surgery performed by the defendant surgeon, was transferred to a rehabilitation facility owned by the co-defendant medical center for postoperative care. The plaintiffs claim that the surgeon and the medical center’s staff failed to provide adequate wound care and monitoring, leading to serious complications. Specifically, they allege that the medical center’s staff prematurely removed the plaintiff’s surgical sutures and neglected to address subsequent signs of infection or wound dehiscence.
Reportedly, these failures resulted in the plaintiff requiring additional medical interventions, including an irrigation and debridement procedure, as well as complex wound closure. The plaintiffs filed suit against the surgeon and the medical center, alleging medical malpractice and seeking damages for the injuries suffered. Following discovery, both defendants moved for summary judgment, asserting that they met the applicable standards of care and that any alleged deviation did not cause the plaintiff’s injuries. The trial court granted both motions, and the plaintiffs appealed. Continue Reading ›