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Surgical Errors

Santa Fe Surgical Errors Attorneys

Helping Victims of Surgical Errors in Santa Fe & Throughout New Mexico

When you go into surgery, you trust that your surgeon will make the right decisions and perform the operation correctly. Unfortunately, surgeons and other medical professionals make mistakes, and surgical errors are one of the most common types of medical malpractice.

At James Wood Law, our surgical error lawyers in Santa Fe represent clients who have been injured due to negligent surgical care. We understand the complexities of these cases, and we know how to build strong claims against negligent surgeons and hospitals. We work tirelessly to help our clients obtain the maximum compensation they are owed.

If you or someone you love was harmed by a surgical error, you may be entitled to compensation. Call our (888) 579-3866 or contact us online to request a free, confidential consultation.

What Are Surgical Errors?

Surgical errors are mistakes that occur during a surgical procedure. These mistakes are usually preventable and occur due to negligence on the part of a surgeon, anesthesiologist, or other medical professional. When these errors occur, patients can suffer serious injuries and even death.

Some of the most common types of surgical errors include:

  • Wrong-site surgery: Also known as “never events,” wrong-site surgeries occur when a surgeon operates on the wrong body part or performs the wrong procedure. These mistakes are entirely preventable and are considered one of the most egregious forms of surgical malpractice.
  • Wrong-patient surgery: In some cases, surgeons perform operations on the wrong patient. This can occur when a patient is misidentified, or when a surgeon fails to review the patient’s chart and medical history.
  • Unnecessary surgery: Surgeons sometimes perform operations that are not medically necessary. This can occur when a surgeon misdiagnoses a patient’s condition, or when a surgeon performs an operation that the patient did not consent to.
  • Instruments left in the body: Surgeons and surgical teams sometimes leave sponges, clamps, and other surgical instruments in a patient’s body. This can cause serious complications and even death.
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Surgery Shouldn’t Lead to More Harm.

If a surgical mistake caused you or a loved one serious harm, you deserve answers—and experienced legal representation. With more than 60 years of experience, and Board-Certified leadership, James Wood Law is equipped to hold negligent surgeons accountable. Free consults and hospital visits available.

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