Q: Before passing away my mom was examined by a cardiologist to determine if she could undergo knee surgery.
The cardiologist examined my mom and said she was fine. My mom was 76 years old. She was also still employed. My mom had knee surgery a few weeks later. Approximately 5 weeks later she died of a heart attack. We were told that her heart attack was caused by almost completely blocked arteries.
My question is, did the cardiologist who said my mom was healthy and a good candidate for knee surgery fail by not discovering her clogged arteries?
This happened in the state of Texas.
Thank you for your responses.
A:
I'm very sorry for the loss of your mother. It would be difficult for an attorney to answer your question based on a few brief lines, despite the fact that you concisely and clearly explained the fundamental basis of the claim you contemplate. As a starting point, you could contact a Texas attorney; most would offer a free initial consult. If they felt that the claim was viable to pursue, they could retrieve the file and ask a medical professional to review it. Attorneys who handle these types of cases generally work on a contingency basis, essentially meaning that they only get paid if they achieve a successful settlement or jury verdict. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
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