Creating High-Performing Medical Experts
Red Health has operated for over a decade in the medico-legal field, and there’s something that often surprises people, even in our industry. A medical practitioner may excel in diagnosis and treatment, but the skills required for medico-legal work are distinct and often unfamiliar, therefore being an excellent practitioner doesn’t necessarily mean someone will make a great medico-legal expert.
Writing outstanding independent medical reports requires more than clinical acumen; it commands an understanding of legal processes and the ability to communicate complex medical concepts clearly within a legal framework. Experience, specialised training, and a willingness to adapt to the specific demands of the legal environment help develop proficient, independent medical examiners.
The journey from skilled clinician to proficient medico-legal expert is one of growth and adaptation. It involves developing new skills and perspectives that aren’t part of standard medical training. Strong leadership and a supportive organisational culture that values continuous learning and feedback nurtures this growth.
In the following article, our CEO Vanessa Herrmann looks at how feedback influences a medical expert’s professional growth and examines some parallels between this field and the High-Performance Work Systems used in other industries.
Whether you’re a legal professional who has experienced unclear medical reports, a medical specialist considering medico-legal work, or someone interested in the intersection of medicine and law, we offer our perspective on this important aspect of the legal system.
Read the full article here.
