Hospitals across the country have been warned to immediately stop using certain Draeger mechanical ventilation filters after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a high-risk recall notice. The affected devices — SafeStar and TwinStar filters — are used during anesthesia and mechanical ventilation to prevent bacterial and viral…
Boston Scientific has issued updated instructions for products used in the implantation of its Watchman left atrial appendage closure device after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) linked the procedure to 120 serious injuries and 17 patient deaths. FDA Safety Alert Highlights Increased Risk Under Sedation According to an FDA…
From the Medical Malpractice and Product Liability Attorneys at Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf Johnson & Johnson’s Ethicon division has issued a correction and Class 1 recall of its Echelon surgical stapler reload cartridges, following reports of a serious defect linked to at least one death…
By the NYC Medical Malpractice Attorneys at Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf Veterans of the United States Armed Forces face unique and complex health challenges—ranging from physical injuries sustained in combat to long-term psychological trauma. Yet in many civilian healthcare settings, these distinct needs are overlooked,…
As New York medical malpractice attorneys, we have seen firsthand how delayed diagnoses, improper screenings, and mismanaged care can have devastating consequences for male patients. In 2025, men continue to face serious health risks—including heart disease, cancer, stroke, and mental health issues—that demand timely, competent, and proactive medical attention. Unfortunately,…
Our Medical Malpractice Lawyers Explain How Data Breaches and Cyberattacks Are Endangering Patient Care in 2025 The landscape of healthcare risk continues to evolve, and in 2025, cybersecurity breaches have become one of the most pressing patient safety concerns. According to the most recent patient safety rankings, cybersecurity now ranks…
Infants in neonatal intensive care units rely on precise intravenous infusions for survival—but a recent recall by Baxter International reveals that a widely used infusion pump may be putting vulnerable newborns at risk. Baxter has issued a Class I recall—the FDA’s most serious designation—for its Novum IQ large volume pump…
In the digital age, false medical claims travel faster than ever before. One study revealed that misinformation is 70% more likely to be shared on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) than truthful content—and it reaches readers six times faster. While social media has made health information more accessible, it has…
March marks Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating the public about one of the most preventable yet deadly forms of cancer. Early detection through timely screenings can save lives, but when medical professionals fail to diagnose colorectal cancer in time, the consequences can be devastating. As colon…
Informed consent is a cornerstone of ethical medical practice. It ensures that patients have a clear understanding of the risks, benefits, and alternatives of a proposed treatment or procedure before agreeing to it. However, when a healthcare provider fails to secure informed consent, patients may suffer harm due to decisions…
