A Rowland Heights doctor has been arrested and charged with second degree murder in connection with the prescription drug overdose deaths of three patients. According to a report by KTLA news, Hsiu-Ying "Lisa" Tseng, D.O., was arrested Thursday pursuant to a felony complaint filed by the Los Angeles District Attorney's Office. The alleged victims include Vu Nguyen, 29, of Lake Forest, on March 2, 2009; Steven Ogle, 25, of Palm Desert, on April 9, 2009; and Joseph Rovero III, 21, a University of Arizona student from San Ramon. Citing official sources, KTLA reported that OxyContin, Vicodin, Xanax and Valium were all unlawfully distributed by Tseng out of her Advanced Care AAA Medical Clinic.
See the KTLA news report and video HERE.
A review of the Osteopathic Board website reveals Tseng stipulated on February 29th to surrender her license to practice medicine in California, which will take effect on March 14th. Unfortunately, deaths caused by prescription drug overdoses appear to be on the rise, and high profile cases like that involving Tseng and Dr. Conrad Murray (found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in connection with the death of Michael Jackson) are becoming more and more common. It would appear these "feel good" doctors simply lose site of their ethical obligations to their patients and perhaps place their own economic interests ahead of their patients' needs. Such misconduct may not only give rise to criminal culpability, but to civil liability for wrongful death as well. The victims and/or their families, under California law, are entitled to compensation for the injuries and damages caused by doctors who breach the applicable standard of care and commit medical malpractice. When a physician prescribes powerful pain or anesthetic medication without a legitimate medical reason, the doctor commits a blatant case of malpractice that is often a crime as well.
Compensation for victims of medical malpractice committed by unethical, "feel good" doctors should be an important concern for all Californians. When a physician recklessly harms or kills a patient with prescription medication, they should be held accountable. An Orange County medical malpractice attorney with experience at handling such cases can make a fair assessment of these claims. Mr. Ralph has over 20 years of experience handling personal injury and medical malpractice cases, including just this type. He can be reached at 714-919-4415 for a FREE CONSULTATION.
Have you or a loved one been the victim of a "feel good" doctor?
Nothing in this post is intended to suggest the Law Offices of Paul W. Ralph currently represents anyone involved in the news story above.This posting should not be construed as legal advice or an opinion on the merit of any particular matter. A consultation is the best way to obtain an assessment of your potential case.
See the KTLA news report and video HERE.
A review of the Osteopathic Board website reveals Tseng stipulated on February 29th to surrender her license to practice medicine in California, which will take effect on March 14th. Unfortunately, deaths caused by prescription drug overdoses appear to be on the rise, and high profile cases like that involving Tseng and Dr. Conrad Murray (found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in connection with the death of Michael Jackson) are becoming more and more common. It would appear these "feel good" doctors simply lose site of their ethical obligations to their patients and perhaps place their own economic interests ahead of their patients' needs. Such misconduct may not only give rise to criminal culpability, but to civil liability for wrongful death as well. The victims and/or their families, under California law, are entitled to compensation for the injuries and damages caused by doctors who breach the applicable standard of care and commit medical malpractice. When a physician prescribes powerful pain or anesthetic medication without a legitimate medical reason, the doctor commits a blatant case of malpractice that is often a crime as well.
Compensation for victims of medical malpractice committed by unethical, "feel good" doctors should be an important concern for all Californians. When a physician recklessly harms or kills a patient with prescription medication, they should be held accountable. An Orange County medical malpractice attorney with experience at handling such cases can make a fair assessment of these claims. Mr. Ralph has over 20 years of experience handling personal injury and medical malpractice cases, including just this type. He can be reached at 714-919-4415 for a FREE CONSULTATION.
Have you or a loved one been the victim of a "feel good" doctor?
Nothing in this post is intended to suggest the Law Offices of Paul W. Ralph currently represents anyone involved in the news story above.This posting should not be construed as legal advice or an opinion on the merit of any particular matter. A consultation is the best way to obtain an assessment of your potential case.
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