Approximately 30 million Americans undergo surgery each year in the United States. Common surgeries include gastric bypass, cosmetic procedures, balloon angioplasty, hysterectomies, fracture reductions, coronary artery stent implantation, coronary artery bypass and joint replacements. Some of the risks associated with these and other types of surgeries include infection, blood clots, anesthesia complications and incision errors, among many others. In addition to these risks, there are numerous specific dangers associated with each surgical procedure.

While adverse surgical outcomes are sometimes unavoidable, surgeons, other physicians and nurses can and do perform procedures incorrectly. They may also fail to recognize the signs of potential complications or fail to properly monitor patients post-surgery. Additionally, surgery clinics such as those offering plastic surgery or bariatric surgery may not have the equipment or staff necessary for handling surgical or post-surgical emergencies.

If you suspect that you or a loved one has suffered injury as a result of surgical negligence, it is crucial to consult with a medical malpractice attorney as soon as possible. Our experienced personal injury lawyers can help you secure all of the compensation to which you may be entitled. This may include compensation for pain and suffering, financial loss, emotional distress and past, current and future medical expenses. In some cases, you may also be entitled to punitive damages for another party’s wrongdoing. Our dedicated trial lawyers can also help you deal with your insurance company, as well as the insurer of the other party or parties. The insurance companies have lawyers working hard to minimize their payouts; you need a medical malpractice attorney who will work just as hard for you.

At Feldman Shepherd, we are committed to helping our clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey obtain the best possible recovery as expeditiously as possible. We are here to serve you with hard work, attention to detail and a caring approach tailored to your individual needs. If we may be of assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact us today.