Case Number:
2011-242
Plaintiff:
Ruby Burnette
Defendants:
Dr. Arastoo Yazdani; Dr. Arastoo Yazdani, MD, PC; Southern Maryland Hospital; Southern Maryland Home Health Services; and Dr. William T. Carter, Jr., MD
Counts:
Medical Malpractice; Wrongful Death; Informed Consent; and Respondeat Superior
Summary of Allegations:
Alleged medical malpractice and wrongful death involving the alleged prescription of excessive dosages of Coumadin, a medication that was contraindicated under the circumstances, and the alleged failure to fully inform the decedent of the risks associated with taking Coumadin.