What legal steps can I take if a doctor does not take my medical needs seriously?
June 10, 2022 | 50,00 EUR | answered by Jenny König
Dear Medical Lawyer,
I am reaching out to you with an urgent matter that is causing me a great deal of distress. My name is Albrecht Zollmann and I have been suffering from health issues for some time now, which keep recurring and significantly impact my well-being. I have already visited several doctors, but unfortunately my condition is not being taken seriously by them. I feel that I am not being thoroughly examined and treated, which is increasingly making me feel anxious and frustrated.
The current situation is very challenging for me, as I not only suffer from physical symptoms, but also from the uncertainty and the feeling of not being taken seriously. I have tried to discuss my concerns with the doctors, but I have either been dismissed or not adequately informed. I am desperate and unsure of how to proceed.
Therefore, I would like to ask you what legal steps I can take to have my medical needs taken seriously and to receive appropriate treatment. Are there any options for taking action against doctors who do not take my complaints seriously or do not provide sufficient treatment? What legal steps are available to me to improve my situation and assert my right to adequate medical care?
I thank you in advance for your support and guidance in this difficult situation.
Sincerely,
Albrecht Zollmann
Dear Mr. Zollmann,
First and foremost, I would like to express my sympathy for your situation. It is understandable that it is frustrating and burdensome to suffer from health issues that are not taken seriously. As a medical lawyer, I understand how important it is for patients to be properly examined and treated.
In your case, there are various legal steps you can take to have your medical needs taken seriously and receive appropriate treatment. First and foremost, it is important that you know your patient rights and stand up for them. Every patient has the right to comprehensive and adequate medical care.
If you feel that your complaints are not being taken seriously or you are not being treated appropriately, you can contact the relevant patient advisory service or a law firm specializing in medical law. There, you can seek advice and see if there are any legal steps you can take.
It is important that you gather all documents and records related to your medical treatment. This includes doctor's letters, test results, treatment plans, and any other relevant documents. These can serve as evidence in case of legal disputes.
In Germany, there is also the option to seek a second medical opinion. If you feel that your complaints have not been adequately examined or treated, you can consult another doctor to get a second opinion.
It is important that you do not hesitate to stand up for your rights as a patient. Everyone has the right to adequate medical care. If you have any further questions or need assistance, I am at your disposal.
Sincerely,
Jenny König
Medical Lawyer
