Suburban Chicago Unnecessary Medical Treatment

Legal Help for Patients Who Were Harmed by Dr. Mona Ghosh

People who live in the Chicago suburbs have many options for receiving medical treatment, and when they visit doctor's offices, clinics, hospitals, or other providers, they expect to be provided with care that addresses their specific issues and provides for their needs. Unfortunately, some medical professionals do not provide the expected level of care, and they may take actions that can harm patients. One of the most serious and harmful examples of medical malpractice in recent history took place in this region, and many patients are still feeling the effects of one doctor's illegal practices.

At Progressive Women's Healthcare S.C., a suburban Chicago medical clinic providing OB-GYN services, Dr. Mona Ghosh engaged in a long-term pattern of malpractice and fraud. She performed a large number of unnecessary medical procedures on patients, often without informing them of the risks or receiving their consent. This was part of a scheme in which Dr. Ghosh billed insurers, including Medicare and Medicaid, for services that were not actually provided to patients, while also performing unnecessary treatments to increase the amount that could be billed. Once these practices came to light, Dr. Ghosh was investigated by federal officials and charged with health care fraud, resulting in a conviction.

Dr. Ghosh's clinic was located in Hoffman Estates, and patients throughout the surrounding area may have been affected by her illegal practices, including people in Schaumburg, Rolling Meadows, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Inverness, and Barrington. While many patients have been left to pick up the pieces of their lives after suffering harm, they have the opportunity to take legal action and obtain compensation that will address the financial and personal impact of Dr. Ghosh's actions. Birth Injury Law Alliance, Ltd. is ready to help address these issues and protect the rights of affected patients. If you were a patient of Dr. Ghosh, please submit a contact form, and we will consult with you to help you determine your legal options:

How Patients May Be Affected by Unnecessary Treatment

The effects of medical malpractice can touch nearly every aspect of a person's life. The most immediate impact is often the physical harm done to a person who received improper care. An invasive procedure can cause pain and discomfort, affecting a person's quality of life. Additional treatment may be needed, and long recovery times may be required.

These issues can have an impact on the financial health of a person and their family. Even when procedures are covered by medical insurance, a person may need to pay various medical expenses, including deductibles, co-pays, and costs involved in obtaining medication or medical equipment. At the same time, the effects of unnecessary treatment may prevent a person from returning to work while they are recovering, or they could even experience permanent disabilities that will affect their income for the rest of their life. These financial losses can add up quickly, leaving a family in a dire financial situation.

In many cases, the effects of medical malpractice are compounded by the emotional trauma experienced by a person and their family. Harm caused by a medical provider can cause a great deal of distress, leading to anxiety about the future and worries that other medical providers cannot be trusted to address a person's needs in the future. The physical pain and loss of quality of life caused by unnecessary medical care will only add to the emotional distress of a situation, and a person may struggle to put this difficult situation behind them and move forward with their life.

Specific Types of Unnecessary Treatment Affecting Patients in the Chicago Suburbs

Dr. Ghosh regularly performed invasive procedures that were not based on medical need. Many of these treatments affected the reproductive health of patients and led to serious complications. Some of the treatments that were provided include:

• Endometrial Biopsy: Invasive biopsies that collect samples of tissue from inside the uterus can lead to bleeding, pain, infections, and other complications. Dr. Ghosh performed these biopsies without justification, checking for cancer or performing tests for other conditions in cases where patients were not at risk.
• Endometrial Ablation: In cases where patients experience high levels of bleeding and discomfort or need to address postmenopausal issues, this procedure may be used to destroy the tissue lining the uterus. It will often lead to irreversible infertility, and complications such as pain or bleeding may occur. Dr. Ghosh performed ablations for patients when there was no reason to do so and without informing patients of the risks. This left some patients who were planning to have children in the future infertile.
• Sexually Transmitted Disease Tests: While tests for sexually transmitted diseases may be necessary for certain patients, performing these tests when they are unnecessary can lead to unneeded emotional distress. Dr. Ghosh regularly performed STD tests for patients who did not need them, including in situations where there was no risk of sexually transmitted diseases because patients were not sexually active.
• Vaccines: Patients may receive vaccinations if they are at risk of contracting certain diseases. However, administering vaccines when they are not necessary can affect a person's health. Dr. Ghosh provided hepatitis vaccines to patients who did not need them, including administering multiple doses when only one dose was required.

Contact Our Suburban Chicago Medical Malpractice Attorneys for Unnecessary Treatments

Doctors who fail to provide the medical care needed to address the needs of patients and protect them from harm should be held responsible for their actions. Patients who have been harmed by Dr. Ghosh can work with Birth Injury Law Alliance, Ltd. to make sure they will be properly compensated for their damages, including their financial losses, their physical pain, and their emotional trauma. We encourage you to contact us and set up a free consultation by calling 312-462-4200.