Gastrointestinal (GI) & Abdominal Radiology Expert Witnesses

Gastrointestinal and abdominal radiology covers imaging of the digestive tract and abdominal organs. It includes X-ray, ultrasound, CT and MRI assessment of the oesophagus, stomach, bowel, liver, biliary system and pancreas. McCollum Consultants provides independent gastrointestinal radiology expert witnesses for clinical negligence and other medico-legal matters. Depending on the case and the expert's experience, opinion may cover imaging selection, interpretation, reporting, diagnosis, communication of findings and follow-up. In addition, an expert may comment on standard of care, breach of duty, medical causation and prognosis where appropriate.

Gastrointestinal & Abdominal Radiology Expert Witness FAQs

What types of cases can a gastrointestinal radiology expert witness assist with?
Cases may involve bowel obstruction, inflammatory bowel disease, gastrointestinal cancer, hepatobiliary disease, pancreatic conditions or post-operative complications. In addition, some specialists cover CT colonography, MRCP, abdominal trauma or image-guided procedures. The right expert will depend on the imaging and clinical issues involved.

What medico-legal issues can a gastrointestinal radiologist expert address?
Depending on their expertise, a specialist may comment on imaging selection, interpretation, reporting, diagnosis and communication of findings. In addition, opinion may address standard of care and breach of duty. Where appropriate, it may also cover medical causation or the consequences of delayed or missed diagnosis.

How do I find the right gastrointestinal and abdominal radiology expert?
Send McCollum Consultants a brief case summary and the main imaging issues requiring opinion. We can then help identify a radiologist whose clinical experience is appropriate to the instruction.