Ex-White House official decries Trump aides as 'total malpractice'
A former White House official criticizes Donald Trump’s advisers, calling their conduct 'total malpractice' and suggesting their decisions undermine governance and policy.
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Telehealth-Only Therapy in Clancy Case: Psychiatrist Never Met Patient in Person
In the Lindsay Clancy murder case, her psychiatrist testified that all sessions with Clancy were conducted via telehealth and she had never met her in person, limiting her ability to observe physical cues (hands/legs). The defense questioned potential misrepresentation of postpartum specialization and whether hospital records were reviewed, noting Clancy’s claims of worsening symptoms and prior hospital visits. The psychiatrist disputed malpractice allegations, saying sessions lasted 25–30 minutes and she provided support, though she did not review hospital records and did not see signs of psychosis in clinic notes.
Wrong-site splenectomy leaves Florida surgeon 'forever traumatized' as manslaughter case unfolds
In an eight-hour deposition, Florida surgeon Thomas Shaknovsky described how, during a difficult August 2024 splenectomy, he accidentally removed William Bryan’s liver instead of the spleen, Bryan died from exsanguination, and Shaknovsky labeled the organ as a spleen afterward; he says he is “forever traumatized” by the outcome as he faces a manslaughter indictment and ongoing civil litigation. The hospital said he no longer practices at its facilities, and Shaknovsky has previously faced other malpractice allegations and license removals in multiple states. The case remains under civil and criminal scrutiny as details of the procedure continue to emerge.
Iowa Woman’s Routine Hernia Repair Ends in Death After Alleged Nurse Neglect
A 46-year-old Iowa woman, Laura Belt, died from complications after a routine hernia repair—bowel perforation leading to sepsis. Her family accuses surgeon Dr. Edwin Wehling and two nurses of medical malpractice for allegedly dismissing Belt’s painful symptoms and failing to manage the infection; the Iowa Board of Medicine has charged Wehling with professional incompetency. A lawsuit against Decatur County Hospital and the staff is underway, with a trial set for Aug. 23.
Family Sues Schneider Hospital Clinicians Over Alleged Care Shortfalls in Pneumonia Death
A civil lawsuit filed in the territory’s Superior Court accuses Schneider Regional Medical Center doctors Thomas Launch, Immett Habtes, and Michael Fisher, along with multiple unnamed nurses, of medical malpractice after Jahnai Niles died in October 2024 following a pneumonia admission. The complaint alleges delayed diagnostics and procedures, lack of a protective airway/aspiration plan, inadequate escalation to cardiology, risky sedative use, and a delayed staff response when he tried to stand; autopsy reportedly found severe cardiomyopathy. The suit seeks damages for pain and suffering, loss of future earnings, medical and funeral expenses, and the mother’s suffering, with defendants yet to respond.
Florida surgeon indicted after removing the liver instead of the spleen during splenectomy
A Florida physician, Dr. Thomas Shaknovsky, was indicted on second‑degree manslaughter for removing a patient’s liver instead of the spleen during a 2024 splenectomy, which led to the patient’s death. Licenses have been suspended or revoked across Alabama, Florida, and New York, with other malpractice allegations tied to 2023 procedures and a 2024 $400,000 settlement related to a May 2023 incident.
Paris doctors jailed after billionaire dies during penis enlargement procedure
Diamond dealer Ehud Arye Laniado died in 2019 during a penis-enlargement procedure at a Paris clinic. Prosecutors charged two surgeons; one received 15 months in jail with a suspended license and a €50,000 fine, the other a 12‑month suspended sentence with a €20,000 fine. Investigators ruled out the penile injections as the cause and noted the cardiac incident could have happened elsewhere, highlighting concerns about cosmetic-surgery practices in elite clinics.
Montana Medical Board Revokes License of Dr. Thomas Weiner Amid Patient Harm Allegations
Dr. Thomas Weiner, a Montana oncologist accused of malpractice and suspected of causing patient deaths, has had his medical license revoked following a ProPublica investigation that highlighted his dangerous treatments and misconduct, including administering chemotherapy to patients without cancer and neglecting proper care.
Doctors' Oversight Causes Patient's Life-Threatening Stroke and Locked-In Syndrome
A young man, Jonathan Buckelew, was left paralyzed and unable to speak after doctors failed to diagnose his stroke, which could have been treated if caught early. His family was awarded $75 million in damages due to medical malpractice by multiple healthcare providers, highlighting the tragic consequences of negligence.
Abby Lee Miller Sues Hospital Over Alleged Medical Negligence
Abby Lee Miller is suing Cedars-Sinai Hospital and two doctors for malpractice, claiming they left a catheter inside her body after a 2020 spine surgery, which caused her ongoing pain and discomfort. She is seeking at least $1.4 million in damages.
"Study Reveals Alarming Rate of Medical Errors Leading to Hospital Deaths in the US"
A study published in JAMA found that nearly one in five US hospital deaths are caused by misdiagnoses, with over 23 percent of patients in intensive care units being misdiagnosed or experiencing delayed diagnoses. Misdiagnoses contribute to the deaths or serious harm of nearly 18 percent of affected patients, with conditions such as infections, heart issues, and cancer being commonly misdiagnosed. Women and racial and ethnic minorities are disproportionately affected by misdiagnoses, and these errors are the most common reason for malpractice lawsuits against doctors in the US. Misdiagnosis may also contribute to the high maternal mortality rate among vulnerable groups.
Medical Mishaps: Surgeons Mistakenly Remove Wrong Organs, Sparking Lawsuits
A man from Washington is suing a hospital and two doctors after they allegedly removed the wrong organ during surgery. George Piano went to the emergency room for stomach pains and was diagnosed with appendicitis. However, during the surgery, doctors were unable to locate his appendix and instead removed a part of his bowel. Two days later, it was discovered that his appendix was never removed, and he had to undergo another surgery. Piano experienced complications and suffered from abdominal pain, weight loss, anxiety, and short-term memory loss as a result. The lawsuit seeks monetary damages and a jury trial.