The legal system and the surgical pathologist: through the eyes of the defendant
Document Type
Article
Publication Title
The American journal of surgical pathology
Abstract
An overview of the legal process is presented, on the basis of the experience gained from being a defendant. Some issues other than pure diagnostic errors that may result in litigation are highlighted. False medical testimony and procedures in place for sanctioning such testimony are discussed.
First Page
316
Last Page
22
DOI
10.1097/PAS.0b013e318133a65b
Publication Date
2-1-2008
Recommended Citation
Parkash, Vinita, "The legal system and the surgical pathologist: through the eyes of the defendant" (2008). All Research. 348.
https://scholar.bridgeporthospital.org/all_research/348
Identifier
18223335 (pubmed); 10.1097/PAS.0b013e318133a65b (doi); 00000478-200802000-00017 (pii)