Medical Malpractice at
Chillicothe VA Medical Center

The Chillicothe VA Medical Center serves as a crucial healthcare provider for veterans across 17 counties in Ohio and Northern Kentucky. As a full-service VA medical facility established in 1924, it provides comprehensive care including primary care, mental health services, specialty medicine, and surgical procedures to our nation's veterans. Medical errors and negligence can occur despite the generally appropriate care veterans receive here.

When medical malpractice happens at Chillicothe VA Medical Center, veterans must pursue claims through the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA). These cases require specialized knowledge of both federal law and medicine - expertise our firm uniquely provides through our doctor-attorney leadership. With over 25 years of experience handling VA medical malpractice cases and more than $145 million recovered for clients, we understand the complexities of FTCA claims against VA facilities.

Located at 17273 State Route 104 in Chillicothe, Ohio, this VA Medical Center operates 219 total beds, including 35 acute care beds and 184 community living center beds. Since opening as a World War I neuropsychiatric hospital, the facility now provides comprehensive medical services to veterans throughout south-central Ohio.

Today, Chillicothe VA Medical Center offers a wide range of specialized services including:

• Primary Care Services: Comprehensive health maintenance and preventive care
• Mental Health Treatment: Both inpatient and outpatient services, including PTSD care
• Specialty Medicine: Cardiology, gastroenterology, dermatology, and other specialties
• Emergency Services: 24/7 emergency department care
• Extended Care: Rehabilitation and long-term care services

Director Kathy Berger and Chief of Staff Dr. Greg Koszczuk lead the facility, which serves thousands of veterans each year as a major hub in Ohio's VA healthcare network.

• Surgical Errors: While the facility performs various surgical procedures, errors can occur through improper technique, wrong-site surgery, or post-operative complications. These mistakes often result from communication breakdowns or inadequate pre-operative planning. Learn more about surgical malpractice claims →

• Emergency Department Mistakes: The 24/7 emergency department handles critical cases where delayed treatment or misdiagnosis can have severe consequences. Common errors include failure to recognize heart attacks or strokes, delayed treatment, and inappropriate discharge. Learn more about ER malpractice →

• Diagnostic Errors: Veterans may experience delayed or missed diagnoses, particularly in complex cases involving multiple health conditions. This can lead to delayed treatment and worsened outcomes. Learn more about misdiagnosis claims →

• Medication Administration Errors: Given the complex medication regimens many veterans require, errors in medication type, dosage, or timing can occur. These mistakes can lead to adverse reactions or treatment failures. birth injury claims →

Under the Federal Tort Claims Act (28 U.S.C. § 2675), veterans must first file an administrative claim before pursuing a lawsuit for medical malpractice. This process begins by submitting Standard Form 95 (SF-95) to the appropriate VA Regional Counsel office.

For Chillicothe VA Medical Center claims, administrative claims should be filed with: Regional Counsel Office Cleveland VA Regional Office 1240 East Ninth Street Cleveland, OH 44199

Critical deadlines apply to these claims:

• Two-Year Statute of Limitations: You must file your administrative claim within two years of when you knew or should have known about the malpractice
• Six-Month Review Period: The VA has six months to review and respond to your claim
• Six-Month Filing Window: After a denial, you have six months to file a federal lawsuit

For complete step-by-step instructions, see our comprehensive guide: How to File a VA Medical Malpractice Claim in Ohio →

Ohio Legal Considerations for Chillicothe VA Medical Center Claims

While Ohio state law typically limits medical malpractice damages under Ohio Revised Code § 2323.43, FTCA claims against Chillicothe VA Medical Center follow federal law. However, Ohio's substantive medical malpractice laws still influence how courts evaluate the standard of care in these cases.

The expertise of both legal and medical professionals becomes crucial in navigating these complex regulations. Our firm's unique combination of doctor-attorney leadership provides essential insight into both the medical and legal aspects of VA malpractice claims.

We also handle medical malpractice cases at these Ohio facilities:

• 88th Medical Group - Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Medical Center (Wright-Patterson AFB) →
• Chalmers P. Wylie Veterans Outpatient Clinic (Columbus) →
• Cincinnati VA Medical Center (Cincinnati) →
• Dayton VA Medical Center (Dayton) →
• Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center (Cleveland) →

If you've experienced medical negligence at the Chillicothe VA Medical Center in Ohio, you have important legal rights under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA). However, strict deadlines apply - you must file your administrative claim within two years of when you knew or should have known about the malpractice. This is done by submitting Standard Form 95 to the Department of Veterans Affairs, after which the VA has six months to investigate and respond to your claim.

For veterans and military families in the Chillicothe area, having an attorney who is also a licensed medical doctor can be crucial to the success of your FTCA claim. A doctor-attorney can efficiently review your medical records, identify deviations from the standard of care, and effectively communicate complex medical issues to claims adjusters and courts. This medical expertise is particularly valuable when dealing with VA-specific procedures and standards of care.

Through an FTCA claim against the Chillicothe VA Medical Center, you may be entitled to recover various damages, including past and future medical expenses, lost wages and reduced earning capacity, and compensation for pain and suffering. Family members may also be able to recover damages for loss of companionship or wrongful death in tragic cases. Unlike private medical malpractice cases, FTCA claims have no caps on damages in Ohio.

It's important to understand that FTCA claims involving VA medical care are complex and require specialized knowledge of both medicine and federal tort law. Don't risk losing your rights by waiting too long or trying to handle the claim alone. Many experienced doctor-attorneys offer free, confidential case evaluations to veterans and their families affected by care at the Chillicothe VA Medical Center.

You served our country - now let qualified professionals serve you by evaluating your potential claim at no cost. A free consultation can help you understand your rights, the strength of your case, and the best path forward for you and your family. Time limits are strict, so it's important to have your case reviewed as soon as possible to protect your legal rights.

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

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