Serving as a medical expert witness: Avoiding common errors and potential pitfalls

The medical expert witness plays a crucial role in providing objective, informed opinions that can influence the outcome of court trials and disciplinary proceedings. It is critical for physicians and surgeons with specialised knowledge in the local setting to provide relevant opinions to ensure fair and consistent outcomes when medical disputes occur in Singapore. This commentary draws from the author’s experience to highlight common errors and potential pitfalls which doctors may face in their capacity as an expert witness.