When Doctors Ignore the Signs of a Heart Attack
There are approximately 500,000 heart attack deaths in the United States each year. Many of these deaths could be prevented by a quick diagnosis and treatment — especially within the first hour after symptoms develop.
When a doctor misses the signs of cardiac arrest, they miss a critical period of time when action can be taken effectively. While many heart attack victims never make it to a doctor's care in time, those that do trust that a trained health care professional will notice the signs of a heart attack and take quick action.
This is one of the reasons that heart attack misdiagnosis is especially devastating; people trust that medical professionals will respond appropriately to the signs they were trained know. At the law offices of Friedman, Domiano & Smith, we understand how our clients feel. We bring medical malpractice claims for them in Ohio courts, helping them hold negligent doctors accountable for the harm they cause.
What if I'm Not Sure it Was Medical Malpractice?
Many people refrain from seeking an attorney's advice because are not sure whether or not a doctors' heart attack misdiagnosis was medical negligence. While not every bad result is medical malpractice, it is a good idea to talk with a lawyer if things just don't feel right. Sudden changes in behavior on the part of your health care professional could be warning signs of doctor or hospital negligence. Other warning signs could include:
- If hospital staff suddenly stop talking to you
- The hospital staff seems overly concerned
- If there is any mention of the hospital's legal department
- A staff member suggests that you talk with an attorney
Talk With us About Heart Attack Misdiagnosis
If you believe that a doctor's failure to diagnose a heart attack was medical malpractice — even if you are not sure — talking to a lawyer about the situation is the best way to protect your rights. At Friedman Domiano & Smith, we offer free and confidential consultations. Contact us by calling our law office toll free at 866-636-8367 or by completing our online contact form. Our law firm's main office is conveniently located in downtown Cleveland. We maintain additional offices in Ohio.
