Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Hospital Treated Cancer Incorrectly
According to sources and news reports, the Philadelphia V.A. Medical Center gave incorrect radiation doses to 92 veterans treating for prostate cancer during a six year period at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Philadelphia. The incorrect cancer treatment cases involve brachytherapy which involves implantation of radioactive seeds used to kill cancer cells. Most of the veterans received significantly less of the prescribed dose while others received excessive radiation to nearby tissues and organs causing catastrophic injuries or wrongful death. The New York Times characterized the Center as “a rogue cancer unit “.
The Philadelphia Inquirer noted that treatment errors occurred in 92 out of 114 cases. The Philadelphia V.A. Medical Center has taken all steps to prevent the terrible incidents of medical malpractice from occurring again.
Our hearts and thoughts go out to the unfortunate victims of medical malpractice and negligence that occurred at the Philadelphia V.A. Medical Center. The victims and their families would be well informed to seek the services of an experienced medical malpractice lawyer to investigate and evaluate their claims.
Reiff and Bily are experienced Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers who offer a no-obligation, free consultation concerning victims rights and potential remedies. Please feel free to call us at 1-800-421-9595 or online at www.reiffandbily.com.
