A worker asks the OH physician to write a letter supporting their PI claim against the employer. The physician has assessed the worker during

Question

A worker asks the OH physician to write a letter supporting their PI claim against the employer. The physician has assessed the worker during employment. What is the most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Explain that being both assessing physician and expert witness creates a conflict of interest and recommend an independent expert

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Refuse further involvement

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Write the letter as has knowledge

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Refer to employer's legal team

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Write with disclaimer

Conflict of interest in medico-legal — DOccMed MCQ

A worker asks the OH physician to write a letter supporting their PI claim against the employer. The physician has assessed the worker during employment. What is the most appropriate response?