RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Perspectives on Neuroradiology Medical Expert Testimony: Fact and Fiction
JF American Journal of Neuroradiology
JO Am. J. Neuroradiol.
FD American Society of Neuroradiology
SP 2177
OP 2181
DO 10.3174/ajnr.A5779
VO 39
IS 12
A1 Yousem, D.M.
A1 Zoarski, G.H.
A1 Mark, A.S.
A1 Schwartz, E.S.
YR 2018
UL http://www.ajnr.org/content/39/12/2177.abstract
AB 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.ACRAmerican College of Radiology