Medical Malpractice at
Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center

Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center (EAMC) at Fort Gordon is a crucial healthcare facility for active duty service members, their families, and military retirees in Georgia. EAMC provides comprehensive medical services - including emergency care, surgery, obstetrics, and specialized treatments - to thousands of patients each year.

While EAMC generally provides quality care, preventable medical errors still occur. When negligence leads to patient harm, victims have legal rights under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) to seek compensation. However, pursuing a claim against a military hospital requires extensive knowledge of both medicine and federal law.

Our firm brings unique expertise to military medical malpractice cases through our doctor-attorney leadership. With over 25 years of experience and more than $145 million recovered for clients, we understand the complexities of both the medical and legal aspects of FTCA claims against facilities like EAMC.

Established in 1941 as Camp Gordon Station Hospital, the facility was renamed in 1976 to honor President Dwight D. Eisenhower and designated as a medical center in 1973. Today, EAMC operates as a Level III Trauma Center providing comprehensive medical services to the Fort Gordon military community.

The medical center houses multiple specialized departments including:

• Emergency Medicine
• Internal Medicine
• Family Medicine
• Surgery
• Orthopedics
• Obstetrics/Gynecology
• Pediatrics
• Behavioral Health
• Physical Therapy
• Radiology

EAMC also serves as a teaching hospital, operating residency programs in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, and Internal Medicine. EAMC features advanced diagnostic and treatment equipment, from modern imaging systems to surgical robotics.

EAMC serves over 40,000 beneficiaries yearly, including active duty personnel, their families, and military retirees. The center plays a vital role in maintaining military medical readiness while serving the healthcare needs of the broader Fort Gordon community.

Military hospitals like EAMC handle thousands of deliveries annually. Common birth-related negligence includes:

• Delayed response to fetal distress
• Improper use of delivery tools
• Failure to recognize preeclampsia
• Mismanagement of shoulder dystocia
• Delayed cesarean sections Learn more about military birth injury claims in Georgia →

In surgical departments, preventable mistakes can include:

• Wrong-site/wrong-patient surgery
• Retained surgical instruments
• Anesthesia complications
• Post-operative infection
• Nerve damage during procedures Learn more about surgical malpractice claims →

As a Level III Trauma Center, critical errors can include:

• Missed heart attack or stroke diagnosis
• Delayed treatment of sepsis
• Improper triage decisions
• Medication errors under pressure
• Failure to order appropriate tests Learn about emergency room malpractice →

System-wide medication mistakes often involve:

• Incorrect dosage calculations
• Drug interaction oversights
• Administration to wrong patient
• Failure to check allergies
• Electronic health record mistakes

Common diagnostic errors include:

• Missed cancer diagnoses
• Delayed infection recognition
• Overlooked fractures
• Misread imaging studies
• Failed communication of test results

The FTCA claim process requires careful attention to detail and strict adherence to procedural requirements. Standard Form 95 (SF-95) must include:

1. Detailed description of the incident
2. Specific allegations of negligence
3. Complete medical documentation
4. Precise calculation of damages
5. Expert medical opinions supporting the claim

Claims must be filed with the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate at Fort Gordon within two years of injury discovery. Required documentation includes:

• Medical records
• Witness statements
• Expert reports
• Proof of economic losses
• Evidence of non-economic damages

While Georgia state law typically limits medical malpractice claims to two years (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-71), FTCA claims follow federal guidelines. Recent federal court decisions, including Smith v. United States (2018), have clarified that state damage caps do not apply to FTCA claims.

Georgia courts have established precedent for calculating damages in military medical malpractice cases through decisions like Johnson v. United States (2019), which addressed future medical care costs for military dependents.

We also handle medical malpractice cases at these Georgia facilities:

• Augusta VA Medical Center-Uptown (Augusta) →
• Carl Vinson VA Medical Center (Dublin) →
• Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center (Augusta) →
• Fort McPherson VA Clinic (Atlanta) →
• Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta VA Medical Center (Decatur) →

If you've experienced medical malpractice at Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Fort Gordon, Georgia, understanding your rights under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) is crucial. As a veteran or military family member, you have the right to pursue compensation for medical negligence, but strict deadlines and procedures must be followed.

The FTCA requires you to file your claim within two years from when you knew or should have known about the negligence. Before filing a lawsuit, you must first submit an administrative claim (Standard Form 95) to the Department of the Army. The military then has six months to investigate and respond to your claim. Only after this administrative process can you proceed with a federal lawsuit if your claim is denied or inadequately settled.

For cases involving Eisenhower Army Medical Center, having an attorney who is also a medical doctor can significantly strengthen your case. These specialized professionals understand both the complex medical standards at military facilities and the unique legal requirements of FTCA claims. They can accurately identify deviations from the standard of care and effectively communicate these issues to government attorneys and judges.

Under the FTCA, you may be entitled to recover various damages, including past and future medical expenses, lost wages and earning capacity, and compensation for pain and suffering. For veterans dealing with ongoing medical issues from negligent care at Eisenhower, these damages can be substantial and may include long-term care costs and disability-related expenses.

If you believe you've experienced medical negligence at Eisenhower Army Medical Center, you should seek a free case evaluation as soon as possible. Given the strict time limitations and complexity of military medical malpractice claims, having your case reviewed by an experienced FTCA attorney can help protect your rights and maximize your chances of recovery. Many qualified attorneys offer free, confidential consultations and can help determine if you have a viable claim before the FTCA deadlines expire. Don't wait to seek help - your right to compensation may depend on taking timely action.

We handle various types of VA and military medical malpractice cases in Georgia:

• Georgia Surgical Errors Cases →
• Georgia Emergency Room Errors Cases →
• Georgia Brain Injury Cases →
• Georgia Spinal Cord Injury Cases →
• Georgia Misdiagnosis Cases →
• Georgia Medication Errors Cases →