A missed diagnosis or incorrect diagnosis may be the result of a doctor negligence, i.e. failure to spend enough time with the patient, failure to develop a full medical history of the patient, or failure to pay close enough attention to the patient’s complaints and symptoms to diagnose the true cause. A misdiagnosis could also be the result of improperly performed tests or an incorrect reading of the results.
There is a large potential for error in medicine; the consequences of a medical mistake can be a life-and-death matter. When a medical misdiagnosis robs you or a loved one of the opportunity to fight a terrible disease like cancer or make an informed decision about your personal health, you may have a medical malpractice claim for failure to diagnose against your doctor or physician. Contact the experienced Miami misdiagnosis lawyers at Freidin Brown, P.A. to schedule a FREE consultation.
Suing for Misdiagnosis
When you go to your family doctor, local hospital, or urgent care center, you have the right to believe your healthcare team will conduct the necessary tests to determine the cause of your symptoms and the appropriate treatment to alleviate them. When this doesn’t happen, your health could seriously suffer.
A mistaken diagnosis may constitute medical malpractice in Florida. At Freidin Brown, P.A., we bring 100 years of combined experience and a history of success in medical malpractice claims to every case we handle, including medical misdiagnosis lawsuits for:
- Failure to diagnose diabetes or high cholesterol
- Failure to diagnose a heart attack
- Failure to diagnose an aortic dissection
- Failure to diagnose blood clots, pulmonary embolism, or deep vein thrombosis
- Failure to diagnose a stroke
- Failure to diagnose cancer, including lung cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, or prostate cancer
- Failure to diagnose infection or sepsis
- Failure to diagnose leads to amputation
Filing a failure to diagnose lawsuit may be appropriate when an undiagnosed labor / delivery complication results in a serious, permanent birth injury to your newborn.
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When a heart attack is incorrectly diagnosed as heartburn or a spot on a lung is misread by a radiologist, the consequences to an individual can be life-changing and life-threatening. When a doctor unfairly limits your treatment options by not discovering, determining, and/or informing you of a health problem, the Freidin Brown, P.A. is here to explain your legal options.
We offer a free consultation and maintain two convenient office locations for the convenience of our clients. If your treatment has been delayed due to a missed diagnosis or a loved one was robbed of a chance to fight for his or her life because of a misdiagnosis, call our Miami medical malpractice lawyers to schedule a complimentary, confidential consultation.
Miami Misdiagnosis Lawyers FAQs
Can I sue my doctor for a medical misdiagnosis in Miami?
Yes, you can sue your doctor for medical misdiagnosis in Miami if their error resulted from negligence and caused harm. Not every misdiagnosis qualifies as malpractice, but if a doctor failed to order necessary tests, ignored clear symptoms, misread lab results, or deviated from the standard of care, they may be legally responsible. To have a valid claim, you must prove that the misdiagnosis delayed proper treatment or led to unnecessary procedures that worsened your health. A skilled Miami medical malpractice lawyer from our firm will determine if you have a strong case after the initial free evaluation.
What are the most common conditions that are misdiagnosed in Miami?
In Miami hospitals and clinics, some of the most frequently misdiagnosed conditions include cancer (such as breast, lung, and colon cancer), heart attacks, strokes, infections, and autoimmune disorders. Many of these conditions share symptoms with less serious illnesses, leading to delayed or incorrect diagnoses. In emergency rooms, heart attacks are often mistaken for indigestion, while strokes can be misdiagnosed as migraines or vertigo. Cancer misdiagnosis is particularly concerning because early detection is key to survival. When a doctor’s mistake leads to a delay in treatment, patients may suffer life-threatening consequences.
How do you prove misdiagnosis in medical malpractice lawsuit in Miami?
To prove misdiagnosis in a Miami medical malpractice lawsuit, you must establish that:
1. A doctor-patient relationship existed (the doctor was responsible for your care).
2. The doctor was legally negligent by misinterpreting tests, failing to order necessary exams, or dismissing key symptoms.
3. The misdiagnosis caused harm, such as delayed treatment, worsened prognosis, or unnecessary medical procedures.
Medical experts are crucial in proving these elements. A Miami misdiagnosis lawyer from Freidin Brow will work with specialists to analyze medical records, compare the doctor’s actions to standard protocols, and demonstrate how the error led to preventable harm.
How much does it cost to hire a Miami misdiagnosis lawyer?
It usually doesn’t cost anything in advance to hire a Miami misdiagnosis attorney from our firm. The majority of malpractice lawyers in Miami – us included – take cases on contingency. Typically, the fee is a portion of the judgement or settlement, and it is paid after the claim or lawsuit reaches its conclusion. Patients can now pursue justice without having to worry about losing money. Additionally, our Miami misdiagnosis attorneys provide free case evaluations so you can talk about your case before choosing to proceed.
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