Posts by Samantha L. Peters
Telemedicine and Medical Malpractice: Navigating Virtual Healthcare Risks
As telemedicine reshapes the landscape of healthcare delivery, it brings with it a new set of challenges and potential legal implications. The fusion of technology and healthcare, while offering unprecedented accessibility and convenience, also introduces unique risks, particularly in the territory of medical malpractice. Can a telemedicine provider be sued for medical malpractice? Yes, a…
Read MoreHow Your Doctor’s Apology Can Affect Your Medical Malpractice Case
In Washington, D.C., the impact of a doctor’s apology on a medical malpractice claim can depend on specific legal provisions and the nature of the apology. Washington, D.C. has laws in place that address the use of apologies in medical malpractice cases. According to Washington D.C. law, statements or gestures made by a healthcare provider…
Read MoreDelays in Patient Care Increase Since Amazon Took Over One Medical
Amazon might be efficient at delivering packages, but the company’s approach to health care appears to be endangering patients’ health. Internal documents leaked to the Washington Post indicate that care has suffered for elderly patients of One Medical, the primary care service Amazon acquired in 2022. Since taking over the service, Amazon has been routing…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Placenta Accreta
Pregnancy is a remarkable journey, where a mother’s uterus and placenta nourish the developing fetus with oxygen and nutrients. Ideally, the placenta should attach to the uterus during pregnancy so that these essential life requirements can pass without harm to the mother or child. However, the medical team caring for the mother and child must…
Read MoreA Washington, DC Regulator Reports That the Metro Is Failing to Provide Quality Safety Practices
In January 2024, The Washington Post reported that the Washington Metrorail Safety Commission released an audit analyzing the Metro’s Automatic Train Control (ATC) and Signals Program. According to the report, Metro workers responsible for maintaining safety systems designed to prevent collisions were found to be non-compliant with internal procedures. The audit highlighted instances where overseeing…
Read MoreNew Guidelines Recommend Mammograms Should Begin at Age 40
The US Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) has released new guidelines concerning mammograms – most specifically, that women should start breast cancer screenings at age 40. States Wanda Nicholson, MD, MPH, MBA, and USPSTF Chair: More women in their 40s have been getting breast cancer, with rates increasing about 2% each year. By starting to…
Read MoreIs It Hard to Sue a Washington, D.C. Hospital for Medical Malpractice?
Suing a hospital for medical malpractice can be very difficult in Washington, D.C. These types of lawsuits usually involve complicated facts, details, and legal issues, which must all be addressed appropriately. In addition, hospitals and their insurance companies are known to put up a fierce defense, often resulting in lengthy and drawn-out trials. However, with…
Read MoreWomen Are Getting Pregnant on Ozempic, Much to Their Surprise
The newest trend from women taking Ozempic: surprise pregnancies. Women across the country are reporting unexpected pregnancies despite birth control or history fertility problems. These babies are dubbed the “Ozempic babies.” While many women happily welcome their unexpected pregnancies, many also experience alarming side effects, leading many health experts to ask: is Ozempic a dangerous…
Read MoreCan a Massage Cause a Carotid Artery Dissection?
According to an article published by NBC News, a 41-year-old mother, Stefanie Smith, recently died while returning home on a plane from the Dominican Republic. Reports say, she started having convulsions in the middle of the flight. Convulsions typically indicate that a person is suffering from a seizure, infection, traumatic brain injury, or a high…
Read MoreWashington, DC Is #4 for Fetal Deaths
For the past 15 years, fetal deaths, also known as stillbirths, have declined in the United States. However, stillbirths in the District of Columbia have exceeded the national average for the last 10+ years. According to the 2022 DC Health Infant Mortality Report, non-Hispanic Black babies were three to five times more likely to die in…
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