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Individuals dealing with skin conditions may rely on a dermatologist to help treat or cure a serious skin condition. However, if a dermatologist fails to provide a patient with the care they need, an easily treatable condition could become much more dangerous. If you or a family member was a victim of medical malpractice, contact an experienced Philadelphia dermatology malpractice attorney today.

The Reiff Law Firm recognizes how an instance of medical malpractice could drastically impact the life of a patient, and we are here to provide you with aggressive legal representation to pursue your claim. Do not delay in speaking with an experienced attorney, contact the Reiff Law Firm at (215) 709-6940 for a free legal consultation.

4 Common Causes of Dermatology Malpractice

Dermatology is an area of medicine that is concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders that may affect a person’s skin, nails, hair, and other similar issues. Conditions that can be treated by a dermatologist include skin cancer, shingles, vitiligo, and psoriasis. However, if a dermatologist fails to properly treat a patient for these or any other conditions, they could be held liable for malpractice.

The following is a list of common causes of dermatology malpractice.

Failure to Diagnose

If we feel ill or suspect that we are sick, we will visit a doctor that can help diagnose the cause of our illness. Whether a patient is visiting a dermatologist or a doctor with a different specialization, the patient expects that the doctor will discover and treat their condition.

Unfortunately, some dermatologists may fail to diagnose a condition that affects a patient’s health. This can be devastating if it turns out that a patient was suffering from an illness like skin cancer. A failure to diagnose can endanger the life of the patient as their options for treatment may have diminished once the condition is properly diagnosed.

Misdiagnosis

A misdiagnosis occurs when a doctor incorrectly identifies a condition that is affecting a patient. For example, if a dermatologist confuses eczema for the shingles virus, this can severely impact a patient.

A misdiagnosis can be especially dangerous as a doctor may prescribe medication or other forms of treatment after diagnosing a patient with the wrong condition. As a result, a patient could have adverse reactions to medications or treatment that was unnecessary to treat their condition.

Error During Surgical Procedures

There are a variety of surgical procedures that a dermatologist can perform depending on the treatment a patient needs for their condition. Excision is one type of procedure performed by a dermatologist. This procedure involves the removal of lesions, spots, or other issues that may be ailing a person. In some cases, an excision is performed for cosmetic purposes. However, if a doctor cuts too deeply or makes an incorrect incision when performing an excision, they could permanently injure a patient.

Skin grafts, liposuction, and skin biopsies are other procedures that could result in an injury to a patient if a dermatologist does not exercise care.

Failure to Monitor a Patient

After treating a patient for a skin condition, a dermatologist should ensure they follow-up with a patient regarding any other risks regarding their condition. Unfortunately, some dermatologists may fail to apprise the patient of the risks of their condition and may fail to speak with them about their condition after their initial treatment. When this occurs, a dermatologist may be held liable if a patient suffers an injury due to their lack of communication.

There are other causes of dermatology malpractice injuries that we have not discussed above. If you were injured in a different manner, do not hesitate to speak with an experienced Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyer.

Damages Available for a Dermatology Injury Claim in Philadelphia

If you were injured due to the negligence of a dermatologist in Philadelphia, you should consider filing a medical malpractice claim. Filing a medical malpractice claim can help you receive damages for your injuries if you are successful in your lawsuit.

There are multiple types of damages available for plaintiffs that prevail in a medical malpractice lawsuit:

Damages for medical expenses incurred due to the dermatologist’s negligence
Compensation for loss of wages that occurred and may occur due to the injury
Damages for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and similar losses

It is important to note that while Pennsylvania does not place a limit on economic or noneconomic damages in a medical malpractice lawsuit, there is a limit on punitive damages. The limit on punitive damages is double the amount of actual damages.

Work with Our Experienced Philadelphia Dermatology Malpractice Lawyer Today

If you or a family member suffered a serious injury due to medical malpractice, consult with an experienced Philadelphia dermatology malpractice lawyer today. The committed medical malpractice lawyers at the Reiff Law Firm possess decades of combined legal experience, and we would be honored to use this experience to fight for you. To schedule a free case evaluation to discuss your legal situation, contact the Reiff Law Firm at (215) 709-6940, or contact us online.

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