Unnecessary Surgery

The Risks of Unnecessary Surgery

Statistics show that millions of Americans undergo unnecessary surgery—procedures that are performed as alternatives to other treatments such as lifestyle changes or medication. These aggressive measures haven't made us healthier. In fact, undergoing unnecessary surgery puts patients at risk of infection, anesthesia errors and other forms of medical malpractice.

Our clients have suffered from unnecessary surgeries such as:

At the law offices of Friedman, Domiano & Smith, we hold surgeons accountable for the harm they cause. We represent the victims of surgical malpractice in lawsuits and help them get financial compensation for their injuries or losses. Read about our verdicts and settlement in medical malpractice claims.

Learn about other types of surgical errors:

Call us today at 800-280-0070 to learn more about your rights, or complete our online form.

What about Costs?

We collect no attorneys' fees unless and until you recover on your claim, whether by settlement or by jury verdict. We commit substantial resources to investigate your case, hire expert witnesses, and cover other necessary expenses. If we win, we recover these expenditures. If not, you owe us nothing.

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

Your privacy is always held in the highest regard at Friedman, Domiano & Smith. There's never a charge for a consultation. Our main office is located in downtown Cleveland, and we have locations throughout Ohio.

Unnecessary Surgery

A Cleveland woman was told by her doctor that she needed surgery on her jaw. The surgery did not go well and she was left permanently deformed. To make matters worse, she had to undergo additional surgeries in an attempt to correct the problem. Her life was never the same due to the pain and disfigurement. She later learned that the surgery was experimental and unnecessary—her surgeon was looking for recognition in an untested form of surgery.