Introduction
This module will focus on understanding the role of an expert in the New Zealand justice system and the development of skills in writing expert reports.
Course objectives
To inform the learner about:
- The New Zealand court system and the use of expert medical reports within it.
- The role and rules of medical expert witnesses.
- The purpose and structure of expert formal statements.
- The use of diagrams and references.
- Quality assurance measures.
Time commitment
Estimated time required: 1-2 hours