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5 Questions You Should Ask Your Doctor Before Receiving Elective Surgery / Medical Treatment

 

Following through with medical care can be a nerve wracking experience, especially if the treatment is not necessary but elective. As your physician will tell you, there are risks involved with elective and any other type of surgery or treatment. And you can protect yourself from receiving substandard care by doing your homework and being smart about choosing a provider. The surgery malpractice lawyers at Silberstein, Awad & Miklos, P.C. offers the following questions to ask your doctor before undergoing treatment:

 

What is the purpose/benefit of this procedure?
Make sure you have a clear idea of why this procedure is being recommended and how it will benefit you in the short and long term. Compare and contrast how the outcome of the surgery will affect your daily life as opposed to not having the procedure. Find out what the success rate for this treatment is, so you have realistic expectations.

 

Are there alternatives to surgery?
Ask what the alternatives to treatment may be, including nonsurgical solutions, medication and other therapies, and simply foregoing surgery. Are there any clinical trials currently to research treatment alternatives for your condition? Weigh the risks and benefits of these alternatives to make an educated decision. Find out if there may be any advantages to postponing the treatment to observe changes in your condition.

 

What are the risks of having the operation?
Ask your doctor about the complication rate of the procedure, both under his watch and national statistics. Find out what side effects you can expect and what conditions the surgery puts you at risk for. Ask about the chance of anesthesia problems, infection, and other challenges that could arise. Also ask about recovery time, pain control, and when you can expect to be back to normal.

 

Where can I get a second opinion? Seeing an additional physician does not mean you do not trust your current physician – it is a smart move to ensure you are choosing the best course of treatment. It is especially a good idea with elective treatments to exclude other treatment options, make sure you feel confident about your choice, and reinforce your decision.

 

If you or a loved one has been the victim of medical malpractice in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, or Manhattan, New York please contact the experienced surgery malpractice lawyers at Silberstein Awad & Miklos, P.C. today to schedule your free initial consultation.

 

 

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