As a legal nurse consultant, you will be evaluating both the physicians who may be defendants in lawsuits and in the selection of physician expert witnesses. What standards are most effective in making those choices? Discover the answers in our podcast episode: Expert Witness Essentials: Evaluating Physician Credentials.



Here to help us in making those decisions is Dr. Kayur Patel, who has spent much of his professional life looking at quality of care issues from various perspectives. He breaks down the stages of the very long path of a would-be doctor’s journey.



One issue he demystifies is whether going to a non-U.S. medical school is a handicap in terms of professional reputation. As long as a student passes the USMLE (U.S. Medical Licensing Examination), they are qualified.



He also explains about board certification in a specialty. Roughly 60% of doctors are not board-certified. Board certification gives an extra layer of credibility. Dr. Patel says that board-certified doctors are less likely to be involved in malpractice suits. They are seen as having greater credentials than doctors without that extra credential.



Given the challenge of selecting expert witnesses, this distinction will help LNCs make the choice that can often influence juries. This podcast will help LNCs and also lawyers to understand the detailed and prolonged training doctors go through.



Here's What to Expect from the Podcast: Expert Witness Essentials: Evaluating Physician Credentials




What is involved in becoming a doctor?



What impact does schooling history have on a doctor’s competency to be an expert witness?



What distinctions are involved in further professional specializations?



What is the significance of the board examinations in terms of selecting an expert witness?



What continuing medical education requirements exist?












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Your Presenter of Expert Witness Essentials: Evaluating Physician Credentials



Dr. Kayur Patel



Dr. Patel is a visionary healthcare leader with a unique perspective on1. Standard of care vs. Right care.2. Road map for closing gaps in health care.3. Creating a culture of zero tolerance for medical errors.



During his career he has spent significant number of years reviewing gaps in care.1. As the Vice President of Quality for Team Health2.