As explained by WebMD, general anesthesia is a type of medication used to induce a peaceful, unconscious state. Not only does it prevent patients from feeling pain, it also deprives you of any memories of the procedure. While general anesthesia has been standard...
The birth of a child may go from joyous to frightening. In some situations and without warning, the baby may require emergency medical intervention due to a birth injury. When a baby needs help during birth or is under duress, intervention in the process is critical....
Surgeons have an obligation to provide excellent care for their patients. However, sometimes errors happen during the procedure and patients retain surgical items. Surgical items get left behind more often than you may realize. According to the American College of...
To hear that you have cancer can change your life. You may experience shock and disbelief at the diagnosis. While it is normal to trust your doctor, there are situations where your doctor could make a mistake. To hear that the doctor misdiagnosed you can be as...