How to Become a Medical Expert Witness
Becoming an expert medical witness involves gaining expertise and prominence in the field as a physician. You must meet a number of requirements before qualifying to serve as an expert medical witness. Beyond proper qualifications, you will need referrals in order to build a list of clients as an expert medical witness.
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Instructions
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Qualify to be an Expert Medical Witness
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Update your CV, emphasizing relevant experience in the field. Focus on recent experience--preferably within the previous five years. Include a list of relevant publications.
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Collect letters of reference from experts in the field.
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Complete an approved course in expert witness testimony.
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Be prepared to present your credentials to a judge if you are selected as an expert witness. Be prepared to defend your qualifications from the opposing counsel.
Establishing a Practice as a Medical Expert
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Research the standard consulting rate for medical experts with similar experience in your field. Set your consulting rates accordingly.
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Build a professional website for marketing your services.
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List your website with one or more directories of medical expert witnesses. Adding your listing will likely be free, although some directories require a lengthy application.
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Consider hiring a marketing or coaching firm. These services can help you obtain clients and improve the presentation of your credentials.
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Tips & Warnings
When you're starting out, don't expect to command the same compensation rates as an experienced expert witness. It may be easier to begin as a consultant who works privately with an attorney, rather than a testifying expert who appears in court.
