Not all forensic expert witnesses are the same. These are what differentiates me from other experts:
As a subject matter expert, I have 10 years of experience in several quaternary care/academic centers and teleradiology practices as the primary interpreter of a broad range of imaging studies, including x-ray, CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and MRI. I have subspecialty training and expertise in body imaging, cancer, trauma, infectious processes such as appendicitis and discitis-osteomyelitis, bowel obstruction and ischemia, stroke, postoperative complications such as abscess and bowel leak, and vascular issues such as arterial occlusion;
My opinions are based on experience in a variety of clinical practice settings, including academic hospitals, community hospitals, teleradiology, and nighthawk;
Not all forensic expert witnesses are the same. These are what differentiates me from other experts:
As a subject matter expert, I have 10 years of experience in several quaternary care/academic centers and teleradiology practices as the primary interpreter of a broad range of imaging studies, including x-ray, CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and MRI. I have subspecialty training and expertise in body imaging, cancer, trauma, infectious processes such as appendicitis and discitis-osteomyelitis, bowel obstruction and ischemia, stroke, postoperative complications such as abscess and bowel leak, and vascular issues such as arterial occlusion;
My opinions are based on experience in a variety of clinical practice settings, including academic hospitals, community hospitals, teleradiology, and nighthawk;
For counsel, finding an expert witness who will provide high-quality insight is a difficult process. Their knowledge and integrity are crucial to the proper handling of a legal matter, yet no peer review system exists to judge their quality. In this feature, Jason Itri uses the context of his career as a radiologist and expert witness to explore the qualities that make a good expert witness and what litigators should be watchful for when seeking them out.
Medical expert testimony is required in most medical malpractice claims. Without it, the judge will most either dismiss the case or settle it early. The reason for this is that the courts have determined that the technical information on which a medical malpractice lawsuit must be based is too challenging to comprehend without assistance. The jury is not required to accept the expert’s recommendation, but it must consider when evaluating the evidence.
Expert witnesses are necessary for medical malpractice claims to establishing the appropriate level of care. Expert witnesses will be tasked with determining whether the defendant deviated from the acceptable standard of care and offering an opinion based on the conduct of both parties and the circumstances.
Medical experts are often called upon to testify various issues directly pertinent to their professional expertise in personal injury and medical malpractice cases. The most common cause of malpractice claims is medical care. Problems that an expert may address include:
Hiring an expert witness implies that someone with significant knowledge of the topic will need to input the case. The testimony of a character witness is crucial in many cases, and having one on your side is advantageous. Dr. Itri has utilized his education and experience as a medical expert in imaging malpractice cases to provide an effective forensic expert for medical negligence claims.
Apart from the fact that a professional witness is an expert in their field, there are several advantages to hiring a professional witness. These include:
The main advantage of choosing an expert witness is that they must remain impartial throughout the case to convey their findings and evidence accurately. Holding a high ethical code in their field increases the public’s trust in their testimony.
Expert witnesses may provide the court and jury information they may not have considered when evaluating a case. This information can frequently result in a break in the case, particularly when establishing an alibi or disproving a motive.
Becoming a credible witness entails more than simply being outstanding in your area of expertise. To gain credibility, an expert must first have the appropriate education and experience.
On the other hand, a competent professional medical expert, such as Dr. Itri, will provide value at every stage of a lawsuit. Expert witness testimony from the stand is most frequently linked with medical expert witnesses. A medical expert witness’s assessment, for example, might assist attorneys in determining if a case is worth pursuing before bringing a lawsuit. Expert testimony and analysis are also required as your case progresses through discovery, to trial, and beyond. Itri Consulting Group has the experience and expertise you need.
When you’re busy preparing your case, finding an expert witness on your own might be time-consuming. A coworker might make a referral for you in some situations, but it becomes increasingly difficult when your case needs advanced medical knowledge. When attorneys require expert witnesses, they frequently collaborate with a medical expert witness service to locate and retain experts. There are several more reasons why many lawyers select to work with Itri Consulting Group, LLC when seeking and retaining experts. Dr. Itri has worked as an expert in imaging cases during the last five years, utilizing his education and experience to assist with medical malpractice claims, making him your perfect choice.
A medical expert witness is a licensed physician who has been educated in the law and is employed to apply his expertise and knowledge. The testimony of a medical expert witness is utilized in court, allowing clients to win legal cases with the expert’s medical information. A medical expert witness is not a lawyer.
Suppose you’re involved in a case that is medical or hospital-related. In that case, you’ll want the assistance of a medical expert witness since judges and jury members are more likely to believe the viewpoint of a qualified physician. In any medical negligence lawsuit, the physician’s record interpretation or review is critical.
An expert witness must provide an unbiased conclusion based on the current, clinical, and radiological data available at the time of the incident or accident. After the event, any information collected is inadmissible.
Expert witnesses should explain how they reached their decision, and it must be based on reliable, scientific data. This data must be able to withstand a peer analysis. Experts should also be aware of and prepared to address any potential drawbacks to their view and the degree to which it is accepted in the medical community.
A medical expert witness must be impartial, objective, and thorough in examining all evidence to ensure that you have an informed and impartial viewpoint. Everything you look at must be of high quality.