With as much mental anguish that often accompanies a health concern, experiencing a dissatisfactory outcome can cause great angst. Not to mention the ongoing financial repercussions of ineffective treatment.
If you feel displeased with the results of important medical treatment, you may wish to discuss your concerns with your doctor. Especially if your experience equates to medical malpractice and has jeopardized your well-being.
Do your research
Before you start throwing around baseless accusations, do your research about the situation. Assess your condition and document the decline in your health since receiving treatment. Understand what should have happened and compare that information with your results. Look for stories of patients with similar circumstances and highlight the discrepancies in your case.
Gather evidence that supports your claim that your health has worsened since treatment. According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, National Institutes of Health, obtain updated medical records that show the following:
- Diagnoses
- Treatment plans
- Medications
- Test results
Take a firm approach
Once you have the information you need to establish your case, pay your doctor a visit. Expressing your dissatisfaction is never a comfortable situation. However, your firmness and confidence can show your seriousness about correcting the situation. Describe your circumstances and your reasons for believing that your situation was preventable. Express your desire for a solution.
In serious cases, a dissatisfactory outcome may result in medical malpractice. With your health hanging in the balance, you may need to collaborate with an attorney to file a claim against the offending provider. Your health plays a critical role in your quality of life. Your well-being is never something that your doctor should ignore.
