Articles Posted in Surgical Errors

Raefski v. Hirsch, 2020 N.Y. Slip Op. 30970 (N.Y. Sup. Ct. 2020) is a medical malpractice case that with allegations of failing to follow accepted medical practice and failing to get informed consent. Failing to follow accepted medical practice means a healthcare provider did not adhere to the standard procedures and protocols recognized by the medical community for treating a specific condition. This deviation can result in harm to the patient, as it suggests negligence or improper care. Informed consent not being properly obtained means that the patient was not adequately informed about the risks, benefits, and alternatives of a procedure or treatment. This lack of communication denies the patient the opportunity to make an informed decision about their care, which is a fundamental patient right.