Abstract
SUMMARY: There are numerous misconceptions about serving as a medical malpractice expert witness. By maintaining an objective perspective based in the unbiased interpretation of the images provided (for both sides of the conflict), one can best serve society as a whole. Most cases for which a neuroradiology expert is recruited are the following: 1) not with the radiologist as a defendant, 2) resolved without court testimony, and 3) short-lived if frivolous. One can learn much about medicine, our nonradiology colleagues, and the litigation process by participating as an expert witness.
ABBREVIATION:
- ACR
- American College of Radiology
Footnotes
Disclosures: David M. Yousem—UNRELATED: Expert Testimony: medicolegal work; Payment for Lectures Including Service on Speakers Bureaus: ACR Education Center; Royalties: Elsevier for 5 books; Travel/Accommodations/Meeting Expenses Unrelated to Activities Listed: Radiological Society of North America 2018 as an awardee. Gregg H. Zoarski—UNRELATED: Expert Testimony: various, Comments: none specifically on behalf of medical product or pharmaceutical manufacturers. Erin S. Schwartz—UNRELATED: Expert Testimony: numerous legal firms.
Dr Yousem also wishes to disclose that he met his wife serving as an expert witness for her.
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