Role and Activities of the Ethics and Legislation Committee of the Korean Society of Gastroenterology: Introduction to Medical Appraisal and the Medical Dispute Casebook

The increasing complexity of medical care and growing patient awareness have resulted in a consistent rise in the number of medical disputes, highlighting the urgent necessity for fair and expert medical evaluations. The Ethics and Legislation Committee of the Korean Society of Gastroenterology (KSG) is involved in the systematic management and evaluation of medico-legal cases in the field of gastroenterology. The committee is composed of a multidisciplinary group of experienced specialists and legal professionals and utilizes a thorough, multi-tiered review process appropriate to the seriousness of each case. The committee initiated the establishment of advanced educational programs in 2024 to facilitate the further development of the expertise of its members. Furthermore, the committee has been actively publishing casebooks on medical ethics and disputes to educate members of the KSG on how to prevent legal risks. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the core activities of the KSG Ethics and Legislation Committee, including its history, systematic appraisal process, educational programs, and publications. It illustrates how these integrated efforts help foster a safer and more trustworthy medical environment for physicians and the public.