Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Negligence
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Originally known as Beth-El Hospital upon its founding in 1921, Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center is now a nonprofit medical services provider supporting most of eastern Brooklyn, Brownsville, East New York, Canarsie and East Flatbush. The hospital and medical center boasts 530 beds and more than 50 specialty clinics and is also one of only 14 New York State Department of Health designated Stroke Centers in Brooklyn.
Unfortunately, in recent years, Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center has been haunted by malpractice and negligence lawsuits, totaling over 100 at one point in time. They have seen a woman develop gangrene from an infection in her toe, a baby who had its shoulder dislocated during birth who was sent home undiagnosed and many more cases of malpractice, some even culminating in death. If you believe you have suffered malpractice or negligence at the hands of Brookdale University Hospital, Duffy & Duffy can help you through the process of suing them.
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1 Brookdale Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11212 Phone: (718) 240-5000
Originally known for their work in mental health, Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center offers a variety of services within their facilities. These services include:
- Primary Care/Outpatient Services
- Behavioral Health
- Cardiology
- Dental and Oral Surgery
- Diabetic Care (Endicronology/Metabolism)
- Long Term Care
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Has Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center been sued for malpractice or negligence?
Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center has been at the center of many lawsuits claiming medical negligence and malpractice. At one point, there were over a dozen cases in which death was the ultimate result of the malpractice. In other instances, a diabetic person sued because their puncture wound went untreated and led to the amputation of their toe, and another patient with an allergy bracelet was given penicillin even though the allergy was printed on the bracelet. Needless to say, Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center is no stranger to being sued and Duffy & Duffy is here to assist.
What constitutes malpractice at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center?
Malpractice is when a professional person or entity, such as a doctor, medical professional, hospital, caregiving facility, are proven to be responsible for not providing professional care within their scope resulting in injury, further illness, or worse. According to New York State law, the aggrieved has 30 months to file for malpractice.
What constitutes negligence at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center?
As opposed to malpractice, negligence is when a nonprofessional person or entity is proven responsible for not providing the care that falls within their scope of responsibility. Again, the aggrieved has 30 months to file suit.
What is hospital negligence?
Some hospitals have a history of making mistakes that rise to the level of negligence. Laws are in place to protect patients who receive substandard care. A hospital that employs doctors, nurses, paramedics, medical technicians, and other employees can be sued if the patient is subject to an injury because of their negligence. If you have suffered harm because of a hospital’s negligence you may be entitled to compensation.
Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Location and Phone Number
1 Brookdale Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Phone: (718) 240-5000
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Trusted Hospital Negligence Lawyers Duffy & Duffy
At Duffy & Duffy, we have decades of experience fighting to protect the legal rights and personal safety of New York residents. We understand the law as it applies to these cases, and we know how to build persuasive cases for the people whom we represent.
If you have been hurt as a result of malpractice at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center, the medical negligence attorneys at Duffy & Duffy are available to discuss your questions with you and begin the process of seeking damages for your injuries.
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