Gottlieb Memorial Hospital Malpractice & Violations

Hospital performance directly impacts patient safety and care outcomes. By examining ratings, healthcare standards compliance, and reported violations, patients can better understand a facility’s quality of care. When hospitals fail to maintain proper standards, these deficiencies can lead to medical negligence and serious patient harm.

You can take legal action if you’ve suffered from substandard care at Gottlieb Memorial Hospital. Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers helps victims of medical malpractice recover compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and other damages while holding healthcare providers accountable for negligent practices.

About Gottlieb Memorial Hospital

A key piece of the Loyola Medicine network, this facility brings comprehensive medical care to residents in Chicago’s near western suburbs.

Overview

Gottlieb Memorial Hospital is at 701 W. North Ave, Melrose Park, IL, 60160. This acute care hospital has 247 beds and offers medical and rehabilitation services to residents. The Gottlieb Memorial Hospital campus includes various healthcare buildings, inpatient and outpatient rooms, and a research center.

In addition to generalized medical care, the facility offers specialized care in burns, gastroenterology, heart care, neurology, and surgical services. Numerous local area physicians also provide outpatient medical services through the hospital.

The hospital provides comprehensive trauma care services as a Level II trauma center with 24/7 access to services. Gottlieb Memorial Hospital has various health centers within the campus map, including the Gottlieb Center for Fitness, the Marjorie G. Weinberg Cancer Center, and a weight loss center.

Ownership and Affiliations

Loyola Medicine currently owns Gottlieb Memorial Hospital. It joined the Loyola Medicine group in 2009, leading to an expansion and more patient services. Since then, the Hospital has renovated the ICU, converted double-occupancy rooms to single-occupancy rooms, and upgraded the Gottlieb Campus with additional security measures.

Loyola Medicine is a large medical services provider and a member of Trinity Health, one of the country’s largest Catholic health systems. Loyola Medicine also owns Loyola University Medical Center, MacNeal Hospital, and Loyola Medical Group. The Loyola University Medical Center is a nationally ranked academic medical center with 254 beds.

Loyola Medicine is fully accredited through the Joint Commission.

Reputation and Performance

U.S. News and World Report ranks the country’s healthcare facilities, helping patients choose the best services. This organization’s hospital rankings primarily come from patient experience surveys. Based on this information, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital has received a two-star patient experience rating [1].

Specifically, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital received low rankings in gastroenterology, geriatrics, orthopedics, and rehabilitation.

They also received low patient experience ratings for overall satisfaction, willingness to recommend to others, and satisfaction with the quality of discharge information. The hospital also received a three-star rating for doctors’ communications and a two-star rating for nurses’ communications.

Notable Legal Actions Against Gottlieb Memorial Hospital and Loyola Medicine

Previous and pending lawsuits against a healthcare system can also provide valuable information about their standard of care. This acute care hospital has received a few notable legal actions.

Failure to Provide Timely Treatment and Supervision to a Patient

In the Estate of Cutaia v. Gottlieb Memorial Hospital et al., the plaintiff alleged that the hospital staff failed to provide proper treatment and care to Cutaia, which ultimately led to her death. The family was awarded over $28M in damages in a wrongful death lawsuit. [2]

Failure to Monitor Mother and Infant During Childbirth

In Lebron v. Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, the plaintiff alleged that her care provider failed to monitor her and her child’s health properly during birth. The child suffered a birth injury as a result. Birth injury attorneys argued whether the plaintiff was subject to damages beyond the state’s limits. [3]

Inspection and Deficiency Reports at Gottlieb Memorial Hospital

State inspection and deficiency reports can also provide additional information about patient care at a specific institution. 55% of patients would recommend Gottlieb Memorial Hospital to others, which is lower than the state and national averages [4].

Gottlieb Memorial Hospital received lower ratings in recommendation rates, being provided sufficient information at discharge, cleanliness of patient rooms, and quiet rooms. Many patients were less satisfied with the doctors’ and nurses’ communications.

Medicare also reviews healthcare centers annually, giving Gottlieb Memorial Hospital a three-star overall rating. Patient survey ratings from Gottlieb Memorial Hospital rate it with two out of five stars.

Specifically, the acute care hospital received lower than state and national average ratings in sepsis care, emergency department care, and overall satisfaction [5]. Patients at this hospital also waited an average of 291 minutes to be seen in the emergency department, much longer than the state average of 192 minutes and the national average of 170 minutes.

Understanding Medical Negligence and Your Rights

Medical negligence occurs when a medical care provider fails to meet the minimum standard of patient care. Negligence in a medical environment may include a lack of training or failure to follow safety protocols. Medical negligence can worsen patients’ symptoms and, in some cases, even lead to a loss of life.

Common types of hospital negligence may include the following:

• Improper Dosing: Medication errors, such as improper dosing, can cause a patient unnecessary pain and suffering.
• Surgical Mistakes: Surgical mistakes can worsen a patient’s condition or sometimes cause death.
• Failure to Diagnose: Failing to diagnose a patient promptly can lead to delayed treatment.
• Delayed Treatment: Delaying treatment can worsen a patient’s condition, leading to unnecessary pain and suffering.

Proving medical negligence can be difficult, especially without a medical background. Patients injured due to a medical provider’s negligence should consider working with an experienced lawyer.

Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers has successfully represented patients harmed by a hospital’s negligent behaviors. We can help you protect your rights and secure maximum compensation. Our legal team guides victims through the medical malpractice process, including case evaluation, investigation, negotiations, and representation.

Secure Expert Legal Representation!

If you were injured due to the negligence of Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, Loyola University Medical Center, or another acute care hospital, you deserve justice. Illinois has strict time limits for filing a civil lawsuit against a negligent healthcare provider.

Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers is a Chicago-based firm that proudly serves clients across Illinois and select cases nationwide. Our experienced legal team is here to help guide you through the process while adhering to these important timelines. Our Chicago medical malpractice attorney team works on a contingency fee basis. We don’t charge anything unless we win your case, meaning there’s no risk in exploring your legal options.

Contact Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers today at (888) 424-5757 for a free consultation. Alternatively, you can fill out our online form to have a medical malpractice lawyer contact you.

Resources: [1] U.S. News and World Report, [2] TopVerdict, [3] Illinois Courts, [4] Illinois Hospital Report Card, [5] Medicare

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