Most doctors win: what to do if sued for medical malpractice.
All gastroenterologists are at risk of being accused of medical malpractice; few have received much training about what to do should a lawsuit occur. This article details what one can expect in a typical medical malpractice negligence claim and reviews basic relevant legal terminology. The timeline of a lawsuit is described, particularly noting the physician's role in discovery and trial. Cautions and suggestions for successful navigation of this unfamiliar and uncomfortable world are dispensed.
Feld
Andrew D
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Department of Gastroenterology, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA. aefeld@u.washington.edu
Moses
Richard E
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