BackTable / OBGYN / Podcast / Episode #100
Exploring Medical-Legal Work in OBGYN
with Dr. Elizabeth Moore
A physician’s expertise can extend beyond the exam room and into the courtroom. In this episode of BackTable OBGYN, Dr. Elizabeth Moore, a general OBGYN and founder of MooreExperts, joins host Dr. Mark Hoffman to share her expertise on the intricacies of medical-legal work.
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2025, December 30). Ep. 100 – Exploring Medical-Legal Work in OBGYN [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com
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Synopsis
They cover Dr. Moore's journey into expert witness work, including how the pandemic shifted her career focus and ultimately led to the creation of a platform to assist OBGYNs in navigating legal cases. They discuss the challenges of managing extensive medical records, the importance of adhering to the standard of care, and the unique nature of obstetrics cases. They also emphasize the need for precise, evidence-based report writing to avoid unnecessary trials and address the emotional and financial toll legal processes can take on physicians. Finally, the episode explores the need for better systems to protect both patients and healthcare providers while offering insight into future challenges, including AI and private equity involvement in legal cases.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
05:08 - First Experiences in Medical-Legal Work
08:57 - The Role of Education in Legal Cases
11:37 - Challenges and Rewards of Medical-Legal Work
13:58 - Understanding Standard of Care and Malpractice
15:59 - The Importance of Detailed Reports and Depositions
20:02 - The Jury System and Its Challenges
25:45 - Balancing Professional and Personal Life
29:43 - Getting Started in Medical-Legal Work
32:07 - Recognizing Patterns in Medical Litigation
33:51 - Educating Attorneys for Fair Trials
36:33 - Concerns and Improvement of Medical Expert Testimonies
45:54 - The Role of Systems in Reducing Medical Errors
51:52 - Future Challenges and Opportunities in Medical Legal Work
56:07 - Final Thoughts
Resources
ACOG Technical Bulletin 365: Seeking and Giving Consultation
https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2007/05/seeking-and-giving-consultation
MooreExperts OBGYN Consulting Medical Legal Expert Witness Masterclass
https://www.mooreexperts.com/
Bless This Mess: A Picture Story of Healthcare by Dr. Stephen Klasko
https://www.amazon.ae/Bless-This-Mess-Picture-Healthcare/dp/1483479625
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