Burn due to laser

[lizbeth17]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? CA

I had my second treatment a few days ago. IPL is Intense pulse light which is done with a laser to remove sun damage. The doctor who treated me burned one side of my face. I still have 3 more treatments that have already been paid for, but now I don't want him anywhere near my face. My first treatment was done by someone else and I didn't sustain any injury. Is there anyway for me to get my money back...My doctor has already let me know my burn will scar (or course) What action can I take if any? Thank you in advance

[ecmst12]

Burning is a known risk of this procedure which you were informed of when you consented to have it. It can happen even with no negligence on the part of the doctor. Unless an expert believes that there was an error in technique rising to the level of negligence, the doctor is not liable for the known risk occurring.

You can probably get your money back for the treatment you have not had yet, but the one you had, you will need to pay for.

[lya]

IPL is not the same as what is commonly known as laser treatments. IPL uses white light, which is broad spectrum and allows several layers of differing depth to be treated at the same time. Laser treatments use a specific light frequency to provide specific targeting of the depth required for treatment.

Proper techinique should have prevented the patient from suffering any burn.

[lizbeth17]

I'm sorry....you are correct, it is not a laser. Burnt skin was not a risk with this procedure. Discoloration but not burns. What should I do?