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Do Language Barriers Contribute to Medical Errors?

February 12, 2017

March 27th, 2018

The fact that English isn’t the only language spoken in New York – or America – shouldn’t come as a surprise. According to the Center for Immigration Studies, when at home, 21 percent of U.S. residents speak a language other than English. What’s more, 25 million of these same residents rate their own English skills … Read more

Including Disabilities in the Diversity Dialogue

February 8, 2017

By Ted Oshman

March 15th, 2017

From gender to race, to religion and sexual orientation, diversity is a topic that is discussed on a day-to-day basis. However, those who live with disabilities (i.e. autism, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, etc.) are often left out of the conversation. It’s time for people with disabilities to be a part of the diversity dialogue. After … Read more

Getting Healthy: Know Your Family Health History

January 12, 2017

By Ted Oshman

September 13th, 2017

In this new year, there’s an important topic to discuss at the dinner table: your family health history. It’s vital to understand your family’s medical history, which in turn, will allow you to be more in control of your own health, as well as the health of your children. For example, according to the American … Read more

What Every Parent Should Know about Medical Mistakes in Children’s Hospitals

December 30, 2016

By Ted Oshman

December 29th, 2016

When your child needs medical attention, your mind goes into tunnel vision. The world shrinks into a series of urgent steps where you expect expert treatment from your healthcare provider. In especially urgent situations, the last thing you may have time to do is ponder the pros and cons of a given hospital. Contents Children … Read more

6 Things You Need to Know about Birth Defects

December 28, 2016

By Ted Oshman

December 29th, 2016

According to Healthline, 1 out of 33 babies in the United States is born with a birth defect. To help bring awareness to Birth Defects Prevention Month (January), the attorneys at The Oshman Firm are offering imperative information on what you need to know if you or a loved one is currently pregnant, or considering … Read more

The Poor Pay More for Car Insurance Than Bad Drivers Do

December 14, 2016

By Ted Oshman

December 15th, 2016

New York drivers navigate more risks than other drivers in the country. The demands of busy urban traffic, frequent road construction and crowded interstate highways not to mention the all-seasons weather require drivers to be not only mindful of traffic laws, but also to stay extra alert for sudden hazards. Along with staying safe and … Read more

Benefits of Physical Therapy For Cerebral Palsy

December 1, 2016

By Ted Oshman

December 13th, 2016

Cerebral palsy is a condition that affects the communication between the brain and the muscles. Fortunately, emerging neuroscience over the past twenty years has shown that almost any brain can be trained through practice to enhance its ability. Modern physical therapy applications have implemented these new findings to yield amazing outcomes for cerebral palsy patients. … Read more

Maternal Death

November 23, 2016

By Ted Oshman

December 6th, 2016

The birth of a new baby is one of the most monumental events in any family’s timeline. Sadly, that joyful moment can turn into tragedy when a mother dies during labor or after delivering her baby. While some maternal deaths may result from circumstances outside the doctor’s control, in some cases they are the direct … Read more

I Define Me—Steve Alexy

October 27, 2016

By Ted Oshman

November 28th, 2016

When we think of a bodybuilder, what are some of the words that come to mind? Strong, certainly, but also agile, muscular, flexible. The image that accompanies these words is probably something we might see in a fitness magazine or even a classic marble sculpture—an “ideal” body with perfectly symmetrical dimensions and supermodel looks. One … Read more

What Is The “Standard of Care” in Medical Negligence

October 10, 2016

By Ted Oshman

April 5th, 2017

The human body is often predictable. Standard medical procedures are established because of this predictability, but sometimes a person’s unique body presents a variation that poses a challenge to healthcare professionals. As a patient, you expect your physician to know what kind of care you need and how to give it. At the very least, … Read more