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questions they would like clarifying before being put
forward.
This allows us some time to make up for a short delay
we may have had in receiving the report, whilst still
allowing the quality assurance to be undertaken
thoroughly.
The most important thing we consider is that the
expert we put forward is truly an expert and is,
therefore, credible.
There are also occasions when further disclosure is
made close to the deadline, which we understand is
something beyond the control of the instructing party,
but as our Experts are in clinical practice (which ensures they remain up to date) it may add a short delay
to the solicitor receiving the report.
There are times when we offer more than one expert
to undertake the report if they have the relevant
expertise.
Once the Expert Witness has been instructed, what
further information might they need from the
instructor?
What can the instructing party do to assist with
delays?
The most important thing, which works both ways, is
communication.
It is very rare, but sometimes we may be missing some
of the bundle and will need to request the necessary
documentation.
Clear instructions which make it absolutely clear what
the Expert is being asked to provide an opinion on.
We have asked the instructing solicitor to gain further
information for us such as the sepsis policy or the dysphagia guidelines for the NHS Trust which was in
place at the time of the index incident.
Make the bundle as easy to navigate as possible and
logical, ideally chronologically and paginated. If
further disclosure is made, sending it to us as soon as
possible.
There may also be occasions when we clarify precisely
what is being asked of the expert in a particular question to ensure that we are meeting their needs.
If there are any changes in circumstance or new, vital
information comes to light, the sooner we are made
are aware the sooner we can amalgamate this
information within our report and opinion.
What can typically cause delays in delivering the
report?
Illness, family issues and other circumstances outside
of our control may impact on our ability to meet the
date we have set.
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However, we have a quality assurance system in place
which means that our expert sends us the report
approximately a week before the deadline.
Dr Jyothi Shenoy
Clinical Psychologist & Psychotherapist
Mr Suraj Joshy
PhD in Clinical Psychology, M.Phil, M.A in Psychology, P.G Diploma in CBT: Institute of Psychiatry
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr Shenoy has clinical experience in;
• Psychological assessment and intervention, predominantly using CBT for
MBBS, MS, MRCS, FRCS
clients with a wide range of problems; anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD,
(Trauma & Orthopaedics), CertMR
Psychosis, Post natal depression, personality and adjustment disorders etc.
• Parenting assessments, CARE-Index assessments, family functioning
Mr Suraj Joshy is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a
assessments, personality assessments, assessment for Autism Spectrum
wide base knowledge in Orthopaedic Surgery. He has special interests
disorders.
in: Paediatric Orthopaedics, Trauma Surgery including polytrauma,
Foot & Ankle Surgery, Lower limb Surgery, Sport-related injuries and
• Cognitive functions assessment including neuropsychological assessments.
Arthroscopic Surgery of Knee & Ankle.
• Assessment of and psychological effects of domestic violence and
substance misuse.
Mr Suraj Joshy provides a reliable and good quality medico-legal
service in timely fashion with special understanding in the recent changes
• Assessment of children: cognitive functions, mental health and well-being
and attachment.
in the expert’s duties and roles. Reports consider all relevant facts
thoroughly explaining any complex medical terms and reaching to a
• Anxiety management groups.
concise opinion & prognosis. He provides on average 20 reports a month.
• Developed and ran the CBT for depression group.
Mr Suraj Joshy also provides expert/independent medical report in
• Experienced in Root Cause Analysis training and lead on Serious Incidents
clinical negligence cases involving Trauma, Foot & Ankle surgery and
investigations within his Trust.
Paediatric Orthopaedics.
• Expertise in assessment of the psychological effects of severe and long
term mental health conditions.
Mr Suraj Joshy is widely published with 20 original articles appearing
• Family interventions in the community and on inpatient wards.
in International journals. Thirty plus presentations in National &
• Consultation to the team.
International meetings & several audit projects on various clinical topics.
• Supervision of staff in their psychological work.
Consultations available at:
Hull Royal Infirmary, Anlaby Road, Hull, HU3 2JZ
• CBT Supervision of Primary Care Psychologists, 2004-2006.
•
Warners Centre, 80 Pickering Road, Hull, HU4 6TE
Coordinator and lead for the CBT peer supervision group for a group of
Spire Hull & East Riding Hospital, Lowfield Road, Anlaby,
senior clinical psychologists, 2008- present.
Hull, HU10 7AZ
• Inpatient psychology groups.
Contact: Miss Hellen Dannatt, secretary to Mr Suraj Joshy.
Has experience giving evidence in court, with court reports & professional
Tel: 01482 674 211 - Mobile: 07703 287 943
meetings.
Email: drsurajjoshy@yahoo.com - Web: www.hullfootsurgery.co.uk
Tel: 07963 510 976 - Email: jyothishenoy@hotmail.com
Address: Hull Royal Infirmary, Anlaby Road, Hull, HU3 2JZ
Area of Work: Greater London and Nationwide
Area of work: Humberside and surrounding counties
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