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Overlooking a General Surgery hidden systemic error?

"80% of medical errors involve systemic failures..."

- BMJ, 2016; Makary & Daniel

Discover what could shift the outcome of your case.

Too often, the medical record is taken at face value.
But what’s documented isn’t always what really happened.

General surgery malpractice claims commonly stem from the failure to recognize complications, such as anastomotic leaks and infections, in a timely manner, along with damage to surrounding organs during procedures and missed diagnoses of colorectal conditions. Surgical errors, inadequate postoperative care, and ineffective informed consent can lead to these claims, highlighting the importance of strong non-technical skills (NTS), clear communication, and vigilant patient monitoring to prevent litigations.

Our Medical Expert Team

Board-certified professionals with extensive courtroom experience and deep understanding of legal requirements for medical testimony.

Stephen Cohen, MD, MBA

Colorectal Surgeon | General Surgeon

  • Three decades of distinguished clinical, academic, and leadership experience.
  • Innovator and pioneer in advancing colorectal surgical techniques.
  • Caring for veterans while also teaching, mentoring, and training the next generation of medical students and surgical residents.
  • Beyond the operating room and classroom, Dr. Cohen applies his expertise to the medico-legal arena, providing in-depth reviews and expert opinions that clarify complex medical issues for attorneys and the courts.
  • A true pacesetter, he emphasizes the integration of emerging medical advancements to deliver the highest standards of safety, precision, and patient outcomes.

Kayur Patel, MD

Healthcare Administrator | Systemic Error Specialist

Maria Hagen, RN

EHR Audit Trail Analyst

  • Emergency room nurse and expert in medical audit trails
  • Uniquely trained in dissecting the anatomy of electronic health records (EHRs)
  • Identifies hidden data such as timestamps, access logs, altered entries, and post-event modifications
  • Helps reveal facts that can strengthen a defense or build a winning plaintiff’s case

Why MDExperts?

Board-certified | Extensive courtroom experience | Rapid case turnaround | Clear, compelling testimony

We identify system level breakdowns

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