What is medical malpractice?

Of course, the most basic inquiry is what actions qualify as malpractice. Medical malpractice occurs when a medical professional such as a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other medical practitioner, as well as a hospital or other healthcare facility, does not provide care that meets the applicable standard. The standard depends on the person or institution and the nature of the care. When the person does not satisfy the relevant standard of care and the person receiving the care is injured or killed, then there is a claim for medical malpractice.