
Updated 7/5/17
On June 21, 2017, the New York State Legislature passed a bill that will help ensure misdiagnosed cancer patients have an opportunity for their day in court.

Arthritis is a common ailment known to cause debilitating pain to those who suffer from it. There are over 100 different types of arthritis, which vary in symptoms and consequences. If you suffer from arthritis, it is essential that your physician correctly diagnosis the type of arthritis you have to ensure you receive proper treatment.

Diverticulitis is an infection of outpouchings that develop in the large colon. It is a common condition, but can be deadly if misdiagnosed or not treated properly. The infection can progress to the point where the colon perforates, allowing stool to leak into the patient’s free abdomen causing sepsis. If that happens, life-saving emergency surgery is required.