Imagine that you just found out that you or someone you love has been diagnosed with breast cancer in New York. The news can be devastating. Now, imagine that your symptoms were misdiagnosed or not diagnosed in a timely manner. Unfortunately, this happens all too often in our country.

If you become a victim of a breast cancer misdiagnoses or the cancer has not been detected in a timely manner; there are steps you can take to help protect you and your family.

The first, and most important step you should take, is to immediately get the appropriate care for your condition. You need to find another physician who can help provide you with the correct diagnosis and any necessary treatments. As you can imagine with any type of cancer, time is of the essence.

Also, you need to request and obtain a copy of your records. Make sure the records include all mammogram tests and results. This results will not only help your new doctor, but it will also help you build the best possible case.

Lastly, don't wait to contact a Long Island medical malpractice attorney. You may be eligible to file a medical negligence claim, but if you wait too long - it could be too late.

If you or someone you love has been misdiagnosed with breast cancer or the cancer was not detected in a timely manner, you should contact a Long Island medical malpractice lawyer at the Law Offices of Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine at (800) 734-9445.