On behalf of Barry D. Lang, M.D. & Associates | Apr 29, 2015 | Birth Injuries
Birth injuries can happen for a multitude of reasons with results that can lead to major problems and the need for long-term care. Parents in the Newton area who are expecting a child place their trust in the medical professionals in charge of the birth. When there is...
On behalf of Barry D. Lang, M.D. & Associates | Apr 24, 2015 | Traumatic Brain Injuries
When the words “traumatic brain injury” are uttered to a person and his or her family in Newton, there will be a number of concerns regarding what the future holds. Understanding the technical aspects of brain trauma is one thing – doctors can tell...
On behalf of Barry D. Lang, M.D. & Associates | Apr 22, 2015 | Anesthesia & Medication Errors
Receiving medication for health issues, large or small, is often an afterthought for many people in the Newton area. People generally trust their doctors to dispense sound advice, an accurate diagnosis, and the correct medications. Unfortunately, prescription...
On behalf of Barry D. Lang, M.D. & Associates | Apr 17, 2015 | Failure To Diagnose & Misdiagnosis
One of the most terrifying words that a person in Newton can hear from a medical professional is “cancer.” A medical issue that was of relatively minor concern can turn into fear for one’s life or the life of a loved one if the subject is broached....
On behalf of Barry D. Lang, M.D. & Associates | Apr 15, 2015 | Anesthesia & Medication Errors
When a person in Newton undergoes surgery or any procedure that requires them being placed under anesthetic, there are certain dangers present. Even though many don’t like to think about the worst case scenario, anesthesia can be treacherous. If there are...
On behalf of Barry D. Lang, M.D. & Associates | Apr 10, 2015 | Traumatic Brain Injuries
For people in Newton and their loved ones who suffer a head injury, one of the biggest concerns they will have is whether the injury caused brain damage. A brain injury can have numerous symptoms both innocuous and worrisome. In addition, the treatment for a brain...
On behalf of Barry D. Lang, M.D. & Associates | Apr 8, 2015 | Surgical Errors
A surgical procedure can be a scary experience for people in Newton. The mere thought of a person putting their life in the hands of another person is terrifying in itself. When the potential of surgical errors is factored in, the worries for the person...
On behalf of Barry D. Lang, M.D. & Associates | Apr 3, 2015 | Birth Injuries
Newton parents who are expecting a child will feel the natural excitement of the next phase in their lives. They won’t be thinking of potential complications that might arise. Unfortunately, there are frequently problems that might make medical intervention a...
On behalf of Barry D. Lang, M.D. & Associates | Apr 1, 2015 | Surgical Errors
For patients and doctors in Newton, new equipment and the advancement of technology was supposed to improve patient outcomes, make procedures safer and help everyone feel better about undergoing a medical procedure. Unfortunately, the technological advancements are...
