{"id":3512,"date":"2022-11-27T08:07:08","date_gmt":"2022-11-27T13:07:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.defranciscolaw.com\/blog\/?p=3512"},"modified":"2022-12-01T08:52:34","modified_gmt":"2022-12-01T13:52:34","slug":"new-york-court-explains-establishing-liability-for-inadequate-post-surgical-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.defranciscolaw.com\/blog\/new-york-court-explains-establishing-liability-for-inadequate-post-surgical-care\/","title":{"rendered":"New York Court Explains Establishing Liability for Inadequate Post-Surgical Care"},"content":{"rendered":"

After people undergo surgical procedures, it is critical that they receive appropriate care. Thus, if healthcare providers fail to take the post-surgical measures necessary to prevent them from developing infections and other complications, they may be liable for medical malpractice. The standard of care imposed on medical professionals providing post-operative treatment was the topic of a recent opinion delivered by a New York court in a medical malpractice case<\/a>. If you were hurt by inadequate medical care, you have the right to pursue claims against the parties that caused your losses, and it is wise to talk to a Syracuse medical malpractice attorney promptly.<\/p>\n

The Facts of the Case<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is reported that the plaintiff sought treatment from the defendant doctor for arthritis in his right hip. The defendant doctor recommended that the plaintiff undergo hip replacement surgery; the plaintiff consented to the procedure, which the defendant performed without incident. The plaintiff remained in the hospital for several days following the surgery, where he was monitored and cared for by the defendant doctor and defendant physician assistant.<\/p>\n

Allegedly, the defendant developed a decubitus ulcer on his buttocks during his admission that required further hospitalization and extensive care. He subsequently filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against the defendants, arguing they deviated from the standard of care, causing him to develop the decubitus ulcer. The defendants moved for summary judgment, but the court denied their motion. The defendants appealed. Continue Reading \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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