Veterans and military families deserve top-quality surgical care at Mississippi VA medical centers, just like other leading hospitals.
Surgical errors at federal facilities can cause severe complications, permanent disabilities, and life-threatening conditions that proper care could have prevented.
The Federal Tort Claims Act gives you 2 years to file claims against federal healthcare facilities.
At the Archuleta Law Firm, our founding attorney combines medical and legal expertise to spot negligence others miss.
If you faced complications from VA or military facility surgical errors, you may qualify for an FTCA claim.
What Causes Surgical Errors at Mississippi Military & VA Hospitals?
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Wrong-Site Surgery: Poor team communication can lead to operations on wrong body parts or wrong patients.
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Anesthesia Administration Errors: Wrong dosages or poor monitoring can cause brain damage, cardiac arrest, or death.
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Retained Surgical Instruments: When surgical teams leave tools inside patients, it requires emergency surgery and risks serious complications.
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Inadequate Preoperative Planning: Not reviewing patient history or medications breaks standard care protocols.
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Post-Operative Monitoring Failures: Poor monitoring after surgery can turn minor issues into major emergencies.
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Surgical Site Infections: Poor sterilization or inadequate infection control can cause serious complications.
Mississippi Facilities Where We Handle Surgical Errors Cases
We help clients at these federal medical facilities in Mississippi:
G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center (Jackson) - Handles hundreds of monthly surgeries.
Keesler Air Force Base Medical Center (Biloxi) - Serves active duty personnel and families.
Naval Construction Battalion Center (Gulfport) - Provides surgical care to military personnel.
View all Mississippi VA & Military Facilities
Warning Signs: Is Your Surgical Errors Medical Malpractice?
- Surgery on wrong body part or unauthorized procedures
- Finding surgical tools left inside your body
- Severe pain or bleeding that staff dismiss as normal
- Signs of serious infection at the surgical site
- Unexpected nerve damage or paralysis
- Need for emergency follow-up surgeries
- If staff give conflicting information or avoid explanations, it could be a warning sign.
Damages Available in Mississippi Surgical Errors Cases
Types of Economic Damages
- Corrective Surgery Costs: Additional surgeries often cost $50,000 to $200,000 each
- Extended Hospital Stays: Extra time for recovery and monitoring
- Lifetime Medical Care: Ongoing treatment for permanent complications
- Lost Income: Missed wages and reduced future earnings
- Rehabilitation Expenses: Physical and occupational therapy costs
- Home Care Services: Nursing care and home modifications
Types of Non-Economic Damages
- Physical Pain and Suffering: Compensation for ongoing pain and limitations
- Emotional Distress: Compensation covers mental anguish and trauma.
- Loss of Enjoyment of Life: Payment for lost activities and lifestyle changes