Solving Problems by Shining a Light
Hiding and denying problems is not the right way to find solutions. In 1999, a federal government study told Americans that our medical system is a dangerous place. In fact, hospital errors are the eighth leading cause of death.
Make medical professionals accountable for mistakes.
Be an informed and empowered patient.
Through the leadership of the Institute of Medicine, hospitals and medical professionals have become more open and candid about their shortcomings. There is a great deal more room for improvement, however, and medical malpractice litigation can and does keep patient safety in the spotlight.
- Litigation holds the system accountable. Medical malpractice lawsuits are a mechanism to check the system. It reminds the medical profession that they cannot hide mistakes.
- Litigation creates a better health system. Medical malpractice litigation has pointed out the weaknesses in the medical system. It helps identify where the problems are. Unfortunately, medical errors are rarely one of a kind. They are usually systemic, a part of the process that needs to be fixed.
- To err is human. That is the name of the IOM report: To Err Is Human: Building a Better Health System. Being human is no excuse for mistakes that are built into the medical system. Because they have so many lives in their hands, medical professionals are held to a high standard of care.
Our lawyers are on the front lines when it comes to promoting patient safety. We would much rather see a safer health system and never have to file another medical malpractice lawsuit. Our attorneys are proud of our contributions to patient safety. Our law firm welcomes questions from concerned patients and families in Arizona and throughout the United States. Call the Patton Law Practice at 1-888-905-9208.
