Compassion, Accountability, and Results for the Most Serious Surgical Mistakes
Facing surgery is never easy. Whether planned or emergency, it requires putting your life into the hands of medical professionals and trusting them to perform with skill and care. Unfortunately, that trust is sometimes broken—and the consequences can be devastating.
At Van Wey, Metzler & Williams, our legal team helps patients in Tulsa and throughout Oklahoma who have suffered severe, preventable injuries due to surgical malpractice. Our firm is nationally recognized for its results in high-stakes medical negligence cases, and we are known for combining meticulous legal strategy with an unwavering commitment to our clients.
When a Preventable Error Changes Everything
Every surgery carries risk. But some complications go far beyond what is expected—and may signal a deeper failure in care. Surgical negligence can lead to permanent disability, organ damage, or even death. These cases are emotionally overwhelming and legally complex.
That’s where we come in.
Van Wey, Metzler & Williams provides skilled legal representation to individuals and families whose lives have been altered by catastrophic surgical mistakes. Our team has helped clients navigate some of the most difficult moments of their lives—and we’ve held negligent providers accountable through settlements, jury verdicts, and professional discipline.
Legal Advocates for Victims of Surgical Malpractice in Tulsa
If you believe you or your loved one suffered a serious injury due to a surgical mistake, you deserve a team with deep knowledge of both medicine and law. Our attorneys and in-house medical consultants bring decades of experience to every case we handle, giving you a powerful advantage as we investigate what went wrong—and why.
We represent victims of:
Surgical complications that were preventable
Injuries that required corrective surgeries
Procedures that caused permanent harm or death
We are not a general practice firm. We exclusively handle serious medical negligence and surgical error cases—and we’re here to help when the stakes are highest.
Types of Surgical Error Cases We Handle in Tulsa
Anesthesia Mistakes
Errors in anesthesia—such as improper dosing, failure to monitor, or airway mismanagement—can result in hypoxic brain injury, stroke, or death.
Bowel Perforation
A nicked or punctured bowel during surgery can lead to sepsis, organ damage, and prolonged hospitalization if not recognized and treated immediately.
Gynecologic Surgical Errors
During procedures like hysterectomy, unrecognized injuries to the colon or bladder can result in life-threatening infections and long-term complications.
Retained Surgical Instruments
Leaving sponges, clamps, or other tools inside a patient can lead to pain, infection, additional surgeries, and lasting harm.
Brain Injury from Hypoxia
Inadequate oxygen during surgery can cause irreversible damage to brain tissue, resulting in cognitive decline, loss of motor skills, or permanent disability.
Surgical Burns and Fires
Operating room fires, though rare, can cause disfiguring injuries and emotional trauma. These events are always preventable.
Wrong Site or Wrong Procedure
Operating on the wrong body part—or even the wrong patient—should never happen. But it does. And the results can be devastating.
Nerve Damage
When nerves are cut, compressed, or mismanaged during surgery, patients can suffer chronic pain, paralysis, or loss of function.
Spinal Surgery Complications
Errors during spinal procedures can lead to partial or complete paralysis. These complex cases require a highly specialized legal approach.
Gallbladder Surgery Negligence
A misstep during gallbladder removal can lead to bile duct injuries, infections, and, in severe cases, liver failure or the need for transplant.
Robotic Surgery Errors
When robotic systems malfunction or are misused by undertrained surgeons, patients can suffer burns, internal injury, and irreparable harm.
Pain Management Procedure Malpractice
When nerve blocks or epidurals are administered improperly, it can result in permanent nerve or spinal cord damage.
Wrongful Death Caused by Surgical Negligence
If a loved one died due to a surgical error, our firm can help you uncover the truth, seek justice, and recover damages for your loss.
What Makes Surgical Errors Different?
Unlike expected post-operative complications, surgical negligence involves a clear deviation from medical standards. This could include:
Failure to properly identify anatomy
Rushing through critical steps of the procedure
Inadequate pre-op planning or post-op care
Operating under the influence of fatigue, distraction, or poor judgment
Lack of team communication or safety protocols
These errors are not just unfortunate—they are often preventable. And when they happen, patients deserve answers and accountability.
Why Clients in Tulsa Trust Van Wey, Metzler & Williams
National Reputation in High-Stakes Surgical Cases
Deep Knowledge of Medicine and Legal Standards
Compassionate, Individualized Client Care
Proven Track Record in Complex Litigation
Contingency-Based Representation—You Don’t Pay Unless We Win
We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll these cases take. That’s why we fight hard—for answers, for justice, and for your future.
Schedule a Free Consultation with a Tulsa Surgical Error Attorney
If your life has been turned upside down by a preventable surgical error, don’t wait to get help. Let our team evaluate your case and explain your legal options.
Call us toll-free at (866) 329-0765, or fill out our secure contact form to schedule your no-cost, confidential consultation. When trusted care turns into trauma, you deserve trusted legal support. Let Van Wey, Metzler & Williams be your advocate in the fight for justice.
