Misdiagnosis

At Shea & Associates, we have dedicated our entire practice to helping patients who have been affected by the negligence of a medical professional. Many of the claims we file result from a failure to diagnose, which is when a medical provider doesn’t detect a condition before serious or fatal consequences develop. When the failure to diagnose is due to the negligence of the healthcare provider, a medical malpractice claim might be appropriate.

A misdiagnosis of a disease or condition can lead to devastating results. For instance, a delay in cancer treatment because the doctor first misdiagnosed the disease may affect your treatment options, as well as your survival chances. In many cases, early detection is the key to a successful recovery. If the medical professional doesn’t diagnose the condition correctly, it could become a fatal error.

We are experienced in all aspects of medical negligence relating to diagnosis, and we can help you determine whether or not a misdiagnosis has occurred. Our three lawyers, as well as our certified legal nurse consultant, have the knowledge to provide you with a thorough analysis of your potential claim. Misdiagnosis is not always medical malpractice, but it might be. It is important that you protect your rights and find out.

Located in Cincinnati, Ohio, we have helped hundreds of patients throughout Southwestern Ohio, including Cincinnati, Dayton, Middletown and Hamilton (Hamilton, Butler, Montgomery, Clermont and Warren Counties) and Northern Kentucky, including Covington and Newport (Kenton, Campbell and Boone Counties).   If someone has been harmed by the negligence of a treating doctor or other medical professional because he or she did not diagnose a serious condition at an early stage, contact our office to discuss the possibility that you have a claim.