Doctor suspected for medication overdose - public prosecutor determined!

Doctor suspected for medication overdose - public prosecutor determined!

In the Kirchdorf Clinic, a serious accusation is loud: A doctor is said to have killed two patients with an overdose of medication. This is the suspicion of the public prosecutor who has initiated investigations. On the day before Christmas, this case became public when inconsistencies in the treatment of intensive care patients noticed. According to the information from the clinic management, it is a "black day in the history of our company", and the concern is noticeable at all levels, as

medical emergencies about the holidays

Especially at Christmas time, many people fall ill, which is not only annoying, but also cumbersome, since many medical practices are closed or only occupied to a limited extent. Alternatives for sick leave and recipes are all the more important. Benedikt Luber from Teleclinic recommends online consultation hours as a practical solution. These offer an uncomplicated way to describe symptoms and to receive a diagnosis by video consultation. In this way, patients can not only avoid waiting times, but also minimize the risk of infection in the waiting room, which is important in view of the current flu wave, such as watson.de reported. The statutory health insurance companies usually cover the costs for these online services.

dr. Stefan Spieren from Teleclinic comments on the importance of personal visits to the doctor in serious complaints. A direct medical examination is particularly advisable for persistent symptoms or severe pain. This makes it clear that despite modern technological solutions, the need for personal diagnosis should not be underestimated.

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