Unnecessary Surgery Malpractice Attorneys in Athens

Representing Victims of Catastrophic Injuries Across Georgia

We represent individuals and families across Georgia who have suffered serious injuries or loss due to unnecessary surgeries. We focus exclusively on cases involving catastrophic harm or death, helping clients navigate complex medical malpractice claims with compassion, diligence, and determination.

If you have serious complications related to an unnecessary surgery we can help. Our medical malpractice attorneys have extensive experience helping clients hold hospitals, doctors, and surgical teams responsible when neglect or abuse is discovered. Contact us today at 706-354-4000 or fill out our contact form and someone will be in touch. Read below for more information on unnecessary surgical procedures.

What Is Considered an Unnecessary Surgery?

Unnecessary surgery is a medical procedure that was not needed to treat the patient’s condition and could have been avoided with proper diagnostic care, second opinions, or non-invasive alternatives. These surgeries may occur due to:

• Misdiagnosis or failure to review test results
• Financial incentives to perform procedures
• Inadequate patient evaluations
• Overreliance on outdated or incorrect medical data

Unnecessary surgeries are more prevalent than most patients realize, often leading to serious, and sometimes irreversible, harm.

Common Unnecessary Surgeries

While any procedure has the potential to be unnecessary under the wrong circumstances, certain surgeries are more frequently performed without true medical necessity. These include:

• Spinal surgeries, such as spinal fusions or discectomies are often performed without exhausting non-surgical treatments
• Cardiac stent placements in patients without significant arterial blockages
• Hysterectomies performed without a valid medical reason or when less invasive options were available
• Cesarean sections (C-sections) done for convenience or hospital policy, rather than medical need
• Knee or hip replacements where conservative therapy was not fully explored
• Tonsillectomies or adenoidectomies in children without clear clinical justification
• Gallbladder removals (cholecystectomy) where symptoms could have been managed through diet or medication
• Appendectomies done without confirmation of appendicitis

If you’ve undergone one of these procedures and suffered a serious injury because of it, it’s worth investigating whether the surgery was medically appropriate.

Why Are Unnecessary Surgeries Dangerous?

Any surgical procedure comes with inherent risks, including anesthesia complications, infections, blood clots, and damage to nearby organs or tissues. When surgery is unnecessary, those risks are unjustified, and the patient may be exposed to life-altering harm for no medical benefit.

In cases where the surgery results in permanent disability, loss of function, chronic pain, or death, it may be grounds for a medical malpractice lawsuit.

What Should Doctors Be Doing to Prevent Unnecessary Surgeries?

Medical professionals have a duty to:

• Carefully evaluate whether surgery is the best or only option
• Consider less invasive alternatives prior to surgery
• Obtain a second opinion when appropriate
• Clearly inform patients of the risks and necessities of the procedure

When these standards are ignored and a patient undergoes an unnecessary procedure, the consequences can be life changing.

Do I Have a Medical Malpractice Case After an Unnecessary Surgery?

If you experienced severe injury or a loved one died due to an unnecessary surgery, you may have a valid medical malpractice claim. Our firm handles only the most serious cases, those involving:

• Loss of organ function
• Paralysis
• Brain damage
• Chronic pain, long-term impairment, or the need for additional surgeries
• Wrongful death

If your injuries fall into one of the above categories, contact us today and tell us more about your potential case. We can help you understand your legal rights and options.

Georgia’s Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations

In Georgia, you generally have two years from the date of injury, or from the date the injury was discovered, to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. However, there are exceptions and nuances, especially in cases where complications from surgery are not immediately apparent. A statute of repose may also apply, barring claims filed more than five years after the negligent act, regardless of when it was discovered.

Acting quickly is essential to preserving your legal rights and gathering evidence before it’s lost or destroyed.

Common Injuries from Unnecessary Surgeries

We represent clients who have suffered catastrophic outcomes from procedures that never should have happened. Common injuries include:

• Permanent nerve damage
• Organ removal or damage without medical justification
• Surgical site infections leading to systemic illness
• Stroke or heart complications from surgery
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries or paralysis
• Amputations
• Wrongful death

These injuries often lead to lifelong care needs, loss of independence, or the inability to return to work.

What Must You Prove in a Medical Malpractice Case?

To win a case involving unnecessary surgery, you must show:

1. A doctor-patient relationship existed
2. The doctor breached the standard of care by recommending or performing a surgery that wasn’t medically justified
3. You suffered serious harm as a direct result of that breach
4. The injury resulted in substantial damages, such as long-term disability, lost income, medical bills, or death

Medical malpractice claims are complex, expert-driven cases, and insurance companies fight them aggressively. For over 40 years, our seasoned attorneys have partnered with top medical experts to take on powerful hospitals and insurance companies in cases involving unnecessary surgeries and life-altering injuries. We don’t back down from aggressive settlement tactics, and we won’t settle for anything less than the full justice and compensation our clients deserve. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we are fully prepared to take your case to trial and advocate for you in court.

How Our Medical Malpractice Attorneys Can Help

Our firm has the resources, experience, and medical knowledge necessary to pursue high-stakes medical malpractice cases across Georgia. When you work with us, you can expect:

• A thorough investigation into your medical history and surgical records
• A consultation with independent medical experts
• Aggressive litigation against hospitals, surgeons, and insurance carriers
• Personalized support from attorneys who understand what’s at stake

We are committed to holding negligent healthcare providers accountable and securing justice for those whose lives have been forever changed by unnecessary surgical procedures.

Schedule a Free, No Obligation Consultation

If you or a loved one has suffered catastrophic harm due to unnecessary surgery, contact our medical malpractice lawyers today. We offer free, confidential consultations to determine whether you have a valid case. Should we take on your case, you pay nothing unless we recover money for you in your case. Let us fight for the justice you deserve.

A History of Results

We have an established track record of bringing our clients results they expect and deserve. We have recovered millions of dollars for our clients, and we know how to fight the insurance companies and medical facilities.