Unnecessary Medical Treatments Performed by Dr. Mona Ghosh

Medical Malpractice Lawyers for Harm Caused by Improper Medical Care

There are many situations where patients may suffer harm because of negligence by medical providers, and some of the most serious examples of medical malpractice involve treatment that is not medically necessary. Decisions about the treatments provided to a patient should always be based on the patient's needs and the clinical judgment of medical professionals rather than financial incentives. When a doctor performs invasive treatments without justification, patients can suffer significant physical, emotional, and financial harm. This threat has become a reality for patients in Illinois who received treatment from Dr. Mona Ghosh, who has been convicted of health care fraud because she provided unnecessary treatments and billed insurers for treatments that were not actually performed.

While operating Progressive Women's Healthcare S.C., a clinic located in Hoffman Estates, Dr. Ghosh performed numerous unnecessary medical procedures on a large number of patients. The violation of patients' trust has had long-lasting and far-reaching effects, including physical pain, financial losses, and emotional distress. Patients who have been harmed by medical malpractice have legal options, and with the help of a knowledgeable, experienced attorney, they can hold Dr. Ghosh or other parties liable for their damages. Birth Injury Law Alliance, Ltd. provides representation for the patients involved in these cases. To get more information about how we can assist in recovering compensation, submit our online contact form:

Medical Treatments That Can Cause Harm to Patients

Patients of Progressive Women's Healthcare S.C. may have been subjected to multiple types of invasive procedures without a valid medical reason. Dr. Ghosh routinely performed or ordered medical treatments that were not necessary. These procedures included both invasive interventions and diagnostic testing. Some examples include:

• Endometrial Ablations: This irreversible procedure is used to destroy the lining of the uterus, and it may be performed to address abnormal uterine bleeding or other related concerns. When done without valid reasons and without receiving consent from patients, this treatment may lead to a loss of fertility, chronic pain, and other complications.
• Endometrial Biopsies: A biopsy involves the removal of tissue for diagnostic purposes. Biopsies of endometrial tissue require a probe to be inserted into the uterus, which can lead to pain and complications. Performing these tests without a valid reason to do so can subject patients to unnecessary discomfort and emotional trauma while putting them at risk of infections or other issues that could affect their health.
• Blood Tests: While blood work is often a routine part of medical care, repeated or excessive testing without a valid reason to do so can lead to discomfort, increased medical costs, and anxiety about misinterpreted results.
• Ultrasounds: Imaging is critical in diagnosing many gynecological conditions, but unnecessary ultrasounds may result in false positives, unwarranted worry, and follow-up procedures that carry their own risks.
• Vaccinations: While vaccines play an essential role in preventive health, administering them without informed consent or without evaluating a person's medical history can violate patient autonomy, and adverse reactions may occur. Dr. Ghosh administered hepatitis vaccines for some patients without valid reasons, including providing multiple doses when only one dose was required.
• STD Tests: Testing for sexually transmitted diseases is important for public health, and it can help ensure that patients will receive treatment when necessary. Performing these tests without patient consent or in situations where they are unnecessary can cause psychological distress while also raising privacy concerns. Dr. Ghosh performed STD screening for some patients even when they were not sexually active or were not at risk of infections because they were in monogamous relationships.

Procedures performed without legitimate medical reasons are a waste of resources, and in Dr. Ghosh's case, they were often performed in order to increase the amounts billed to Medicare, Medicaid, and other insurers. However, the most significant result of unnecessary treatments is the harm that they cause to patients.

The Impact of Unnecessary Medical Treatment on Patients

Treatments provided without a valid reason can affect multiple areas of a patient's life. Whether treatments involve invasive procedures or minor interventions, they can carry risks, and they can leave lasting damage. Patients may be affected in many ways, including:

• Physical Injury: Invasive procedures like biopsies and ablations can cause infections, bleeding, uterine scarring, or chronic pain.
• Reproductive Harm: Procedures that affect the uterus may make it difficult or impossible to become pregnant, and complications may occur in future pregnancies. Women who were not properly counseled about these risks may be forced to give up their plans to have children in the future.
• Emotional and Psychological Trauma: After discovering that a procedure was unnecessary, a patient may experience anxiety, stress, and other emotional issues. They may lose trust in medical providers, affecting their ability to receive effective medical treatment in the future. Patients who experienced infertility or other irreversible conditions may struggle with ongoing psychological issues that could affect their overall well-being.
• Financial Burdens: Medical procedures are often costly. Patients may face substantial medical bills for services that were not needed, as well as the costs of additional treatment to address complications or health issues related to the treatment that was provided. When a patient's overall health has been affected, they may lose income because of an inability to maintain employment.

Speak With a Hoffman Estates Medical Malpractice Lawyer for Unnecessary Medical Treatment

Patients who have been harmed by unnecessary medical treatments deserve answers about what happened to them and why. They can take action to address the ways they have been affected and make sure they will be able to recover from these devastating situations. At Birth Injury Law Alliance, Ltd., we can help patients recover compensation that will address their financial losses, physical and emotional suffering, and other ways they have been affected. We will provide a confidential consultation free of charge to provide guidance on the best steps to take to achieve justice for Dr. Ghosh's medical malpractice. Call 312-462-4200 today for legal help.