menu

Doctor

Reputation for Excellence

Cancer Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis

Request Consultation / 856-317-6558
our focus
Rating Methodology

Cancer Misdiagnosis Attorneys in Cherry Hill, NJ

We Help Patients Misdiagnosed with Cancer in Camden County, Gloucester County, and Throughout South Jersey

Have you been the victim of Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis in New Jersey? The Law Offices of Andres, Berger & Tran have the extensive experience handling serious cancer misdiagnosis cases. Call today for a free consultation.

Unfortunately delayed diagnoses of breast cancer can result when physicians fail to order baseline and periodic screening mammograms, radiologists misinterpret a mammogram as “normal”, or treating physicians fail to perform necessary follow up testing after abnormal mammograms with repeat mammograms, ultrasounds or biopsies of a suspicious area to diagnose early breast cancer. Delays in diagnosing colon cancer can result when doctors fail to perform occult fecal blood testing and/or order diagnostic screening tests for colon cancer such as colonoscopy and/or barium enema, and when specialists fail to properly perform and/or interpret a colonoscopies and barium enema examinations. Delay in diagnosing lung cancers can result when physicians fail to order chest x-rays for screening purposes and/or after pneumonias clear up, and when radiologists misinterpret chest x-rays or CT Scans of the chest as “normal”. Likewise, physicians can fail to perform manual prostate examinations in men during routine physicals or to perform blood tests for PSA levels. Any of these failures can turn a treatable tumor into untreatable cancer, resulting in premature and unnecessary death.

Get Free Advice From An Experienced Medical Malpractice Lawyer. All You Have To Do Is Call 856-317-6558 or Fill Out Our Free Case Evaluation Form.

How Common Is Failure to Diagnose Cancer in Medford, NJ?

Deaths in the United States from breast, colon, lung and prostate cancers alone account for approximately 300,000 annually. The most important factor in determining the chance for cure is early detection of the cancer before it spreads. Treatment options and survival chances are directly related to and limited by the size and spread of the cancer at the time of diagnosis. While not all cancers can be detected early, many of the most common cancers can be detected through screening tests and recognition of early warning signs. Early stage 5-year survival rates for breast cancer are 94%, for colon cancer are 91%, for prostate cancer are 87%, and for lung cancer are 47%. Recommendations for screening tests for the four most common cancers have been made by various medical organizations, including the American Cancer Society. Screening for breast cancer includes baseline and periodic screening mammography for women beginning by age 40, physician breast examination and patient self-examination. Mammography has the ability to detect many breast cancers before they become large enough to be felt by either the physician or the patient. Screening for colon cancer includes annual testing for occult fecal blood in the stool, rectal examination by the physician, barium enema, sigmoidoscopy and/or colonoscopy beginning at age 50. Screening for prostate cancer includes blood tests for prostate specific antigen (PSA) and prostate examinations as part of a routine physical for men starting at age 40. For people with risk factors such as smoking, screening for lung cancer includes both chest x-rays and CT scanning. Many times, lung cancers develop in the bronchial airways causing pneumonias while the tumor is still small, and follow up imaging can often detect it after the pneumonia has cleared.

Find Out What Your Case Is Worth – Call 856-317-6558 or Fill Out Our Free Case Evaluation Form.

Misdiagnosis of Cervical Cancer and Misdiagnosis of PAP Smears at Collingswood Medical Facilities

Cervical Cancer is one of the most preventable cancers with the advent of the PAP smear. Millions of women recognize the importance of yearly PAP smears which are capable of finding early precancerous abnormalities of the cervix and endocervical canal. When detected by PAP smear, abnormal cells can be followed closely or removed by colposcopy or other more advanced procedures. By elimination of these abnormal cells detected by PAP smears, the growth and development of cancerous cells can be prevented. Medical malpractice occurs in several circumstances involving abnormal PAP smears. Under certain circumstances medical malpractice can occur when the pathologist or cytotechnologist from the lab which interprets the PAP smear commit a medical mistake by misdiagnosing, misidentifying or miscommunicating the results of the PAP smear. In those cases, our law office works with highly qualified pathologists and cytotechnologists to reread the PAP smear slides for evidence of cervical cancer or other abnormal cancerous cells visible on the PAP smear but missed by the lab personnel. Other medical mistakes involve the failure of the gynecologist to review and/or report the results accurately. If the PAP smear is report as ASCUS, atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance, AGUS, atypical glandular cells of undetermined significance, the gynecologist is required by the standard of care to assure proper follow up and treatment. This office has successfully represented mothers and daughters whose abnormal PAP smears were misread by pathologists or cytotechnologists. We have also successfully litigated cases against gynecologists who failure to demonstrate standard knowledge, skill and care in the diagnosis and treatment of cervical cancer.

Misdiagnosis of Malignant Melanomas and Skin Cancer in New Jersey

A growing concern, malignant melanoma is fast becoming a cancerous epidemic. The consequences of malignant melanoma are often grave and life threatening. As malignant melanoma becomes more prevalent, so does the incidence of failure to diagnose malignant melanoma. Skin lesions containing malignant melanoma cells can be overlooked or misdiagnosed by either the family doctor or the dermatologist. Medical malpractice can also occur when the pathologist examines pathology slides after excisional biopsies. Incredibly, medical malpractice can also occur when the doctor’s office fails to proper report the pathology results to the patient. With malignant melanoma, the stakes are high and the level of diagnosis and treatment must also be high.

Contact the Camden Cancer Misdiagnosis Lawyers at The Law Offices of Andres, Berger & Tran Today for a FREE CONSULTATION

The three attorneys at The Law Offices of Andres, Berger & Tran have a total of more than 80 years of experience. We are accustomed to doing the hard work necessary to achieve the optimal result for our injured clients – in or out of court. If you’ve been a victim of Obstetrical Malpractice or Improper Fetal monitoring please don’t hesitate to Contact The Law Offices of Andres, Berger & Tran today for a FREE CONSULTATION.

The Law Offices of Andres, Berger & Tran is located in South Jersey but because of our outstanding reputation we commonly represent clients throughout the entire state of New Jersey including nut not limited to Camden County, Burlington County, Gloucester County, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Cumberland County, Salem County, Mercer County, Ocean County, Monmouth County, Cherry Hill, Voorhees, Haddonfield, Marlton, Medford, Mt. Holly, Moorestown, Woodbury, Williamstown, Pennsauken, Atlantic City, Wildwood, Hammonton, Vineland, Berlin, Atco, Collingswood, Turnersvile, Glassboro, Washington Township, and Camden.

standing around table

Sharon Smith

Mike Berger and staff were professional, pleasant, strategic and knowledgeable. The office always kept me informed about my case and moved the case along quicker than I expected. I would highly recommend them to anyone !!

Kathryn N.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Reliable, honest, driven, knowledgeable, compassionate, and highly respected among colleagues and medical professionals [...] fought for me during times when I wasn’t strong enough to fight for myself. The Andres, Berger & Tran law firm understands Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) [...] thank you for your support and guidance over the years.

Mike V.

Mike Berger of Andres, Berger & Tran handled my case over a six year period. He and the team examined every detail to get the best outcome. They were honest, candid and communicative throughout the whole process. It was a long ordeal but could not have been handled more professionally. I highly recommend.

Yadira R.

I just want to say thank you for what you have done for me and my family throughout the years. You made us feel like family, not just clients. You were always very detailed when it came to our cases and tried everything in your power to get us all the help we needed.

Gregory W.

Our family appreciated your unfailing attention to detail. There were last minute snags, we seldom worried that something would fall through the cracks, but you anticipated every contingency. Your firm demonstrated a veracity for the truth, a strong work ethic and overall impeccable character in dealing with our case.

01 / 05

Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.

case results

View All Case Results

$10million

Settlement/

Gas Explosion

$9.5million

Settlement/

Baby Brain Injury

$9.25million

Settlement/

Anesthesia Malpractice

$7.8million

Settlement/

Anesthesia Malpractice

$7.4million

Settlement/

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

$7million

Settlement/

Anesthesia Malpractice

Areas We Serve

  • Burlington County
  • Bass River
  • Beverly
  • Bordentown City
  • Bordentown Township
  • Burlington City
  • Burlington Township
  • Chesterfield
  • Cinnaminson
  • Delanco
  • Delran
  • Eastampton
  • Edgewater Park
  • Evesham
  • Fieldsboro
  • Florence
  • Hainesport
  • Lumberton
  • Mansfield
  • Maple Shade
  • Medford Lakes
  • Medford Township
  • Moorestown
  • Mount Holly
  • Mount Laurel
  • New Hanover
  • North Hanover
  • Palmyra
  • Pemberton Borough
  • Pemberton Township
  • Riverside
  • Riverton
  • Shamong
  • Southampton
  • Springfield
  • Tabernacle
  • Washington Township
  • Camden County
  • Ashland
  • Audubon
  • Audubon Park
  • Barclay CDP
  • Barrington
  • Bellmawr
  • Berlin
  • Blackwood
  • Brookfield
  • Brooklawn
  • Camden
  • Cherry Hill
  • Chesilhurst
  • Clementon
  • Collingswood
  • Echelon
  • Ellisburg
  • Gibbsboro
  • Glendora
  • Gloucester City
  • Golden Triangle
  • Greentree
  • Haddon Heights
  • Haddonfield
  • Hi-Nella
  • Kingston Estates
  • Laurel Springs
  • Lawnside
  • Lindenwold
  • Magnolia
  • Merchantville
  • Oaklyn
  • Pine Hill
  • Pine Valley
  • Runnemede
  • Somerdale
  • Springdale
  • Stratford
  • Tavistock
  • Wood-Lynne
  • Cape May County
  • Avalon
  • Cape May Point
  • Cape May
  • Dennis Township
  • Lower Township
  • Middle Township
  • North Wildwood
  • Ocean City
  • Sea Isle City
  • Stone Harbor
  • Upper Township
  • West Cape May
  • West Wildwood
  • Wildwood Crest
  • Wildwood
  • Woodbine
  • Cumberland County
  • Bridgeton
  • Cedarville
  • Fairton
  • Laurel Lake
  • Millville
  • Port Norris
  • Rosenhayn
  • Seabrook Farms
  • Shiloh
  • Vineland
  • Gloucester County
  • Beckett
  • Clayton
  • Gibbstown
  • Glassboro
  • Mullica Hill
  • National Park
  • Newfield
  • Oak Valley
  • Paulsboro
  • Pitman
  • Richwood
  • Swedesboro
  • Turnersville
  • Victory Lakes
  • Wenonah
  • Westville
  • Williamstown
  • Woodbury
  • Woodbury Heights
  • Mercer County
  • Groveville
  • Hamilton Square
  • Hightstown
  • Hopewell
  • Lawrenceville
  • Mercerville
  • Pennington
  • Princeton
  • Princeton Junction
  • Robbinsville
  • Trenton
  • Twin Rivers
  • White Horse
  • Yardville
  • Ocean County
  • Barnegat
  • Barnegat Light
  • Bay Head
  • Beach Haven
  • Beach Haven West
  • Beachwood
  • Cedar Glen Lakes
  • Cedar Glen West
  • Crestwood Village
  • Dover Beaches North
  • Dover Beaches South
  • Forked River
  • Harvey Cedars
  • Holiday City South CDP
  • Holiday City-Berkeley CDP
  • Holiday Heights
  • Island Heights
  • Lakehurst
  • Lakewood
  • Lavallette
  • Leisure Knoll
  • Leisure Village
  • Leisure Village East
  • Leisure Village West
  • Manahawkin
  • Mantoloking
  • Mystic Island
  • New Egypt
  • North Beach Haven
  • Ocean Acres
  • Ocean Gate
  • Pine Beach
  • Pine Lake Park
  • Pine Ridge at Crestwood
  • Point Pleasant Beach
  • Point Pleasant
  • Seaside Heights
  • Seaside Park
  • Ship Bottom
  • Silver Ridge
  • South Toms River
  • Surf City
  • Toms River
  • Tuckerton
  • Vista Center
  • Waretown
  • Salem County
  • Alloway
  • Carneys Point
  • Elmer
  • Hancocks Bridge
  • Olivet
  • Pedricktown
  • Penns Grove
  • Pennsville
  • Quinton
  • Salem
  • Woodstown
  • Philadelphia
  • Bella Vista
  • Callowhill
  • Chinatown
  • East Passyunk
  • Fairmount
  • Fishtown
  • Graduate Hospital
  • Logan Square
  • Market East
  • Midtown Village
  • Northern Liberties
  • Old City
  • Pennsport
  • Powelton Village
  • Queen Village
  • Rittenhouse Square
  • Society Hill
  • Spring Garden
  • Spruce Hill and Cedar Park
  • University City
  • Washington Square West
  • Bucks County
  • Bristol
  • Brittany Farms - The Highlands CDP
  • Chalfont
  • Churchville
  • Cornwells Heights
  • Croydon
  • Doylestown
  • Dublin
  • Eddington
  • Fairless Hills
  • Feasterville
  • Hulmeville
  • Ivyland
  • Langhorne
  • Langhorne Manor
  • Levittown
  • Milford Square
  • Morrisville
  • New Britain
  • New Hope
  • Newtown
  • Newtown Grant
  • Penndel
  • Perkasie
  • Plumsteadville
  • Quakertown
  • Richboro
  • Richlandtown
  • Riegelsville
  • Sellersville
  • Silverdale
  • Spinnerstown
  • Trevose
  • Trumbauersville
  • Tullytown
  • Village Shires
  • Warminster Heights
  • Woodbourne
  • Woodside
  • Yardley
  • Montgomery County
  • Ambler
  • Arcadia University CDP
  • Ardmore
  • Audubon
  • Blue Bell
  • Bridgeport
  • Bryn Athyn
  • Bryn Mawr
  • Collegeville
  • Conshohocken
  • Eagleville
  • East Greenville
  • Evansburg
  • Flourtown
  • Fort Washington
  • Gilbertsville
  • Glenside
  • Green Lane
  • Halfway House
  • Harleysville
  • Hatboro
  • Hatfield
  • Haverford College CDP
  • Horsham
  • Jenkintown
  • King of Prussia
  • Kulpsville
  • Lansdale
  • Maple Glen
  • Montgomeryville
  • Narberth
  • Norristown
  • North Wales
  • Oreland
  • Penn Wynne
  • Pennsburg
  • Plymouth Meeting
  • Pottsgrove
  • Pottstown
  • Red Hill
  • Rockledge
  • Royersford
  • Sanatoga
  • Schwenksville
  • Skippack
  • Souderton
  • Spring House
  • Spring Mount
  • Stowe
  • Telford
  • Trappe
  • Trooper
  • West Conshohocken
  • Willow Grove
  • Woxall
  • Wyncote
  • Wyndmoor
Firm Award
Firm Award
Firm Award
Firm Award
Firm Award
Firm Award
Firm Award
Firm Award
Firm Award
Firm Award
View Rating Methodology

No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey