When they voice complaint and doctor dismisses it, they often assume the doctor knows best and are unlikely to seek out second opinion. It is all too common, however, for physicians to dismiss patient’s complaints prematurely, misread test results, or make small errors in surgery or post-surgical care that have major consequences. These are the primary damages available to medical malpractice plaintiff, designed to compensate him or her rather than punish the doctor or other health care professional being sued. They may include past and future lost wages, past and future medical expenses, out-of-pocket expenses, household services, and life-long care expenses.
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