Synthesis Med Legal Consulting

Trusted Medical Detectives

Who we are ...

... And why you need us.

There’s a secret weapon that you can use to strengthen your case, and you may not even be aware of it.

Imagine this: you are knee deep in indecipherable medical jargon, lost in a sea of health care records and baffling diagnoses.  Meanwhile, your client’s case hangs in the balance.

Then you called Synthesis Med Legal Consultants.

Our medical detectives are the Sherlock Holmes of the healthcare realm. We expertly navigate the labyrinthine world of medical records, uncovering crucial details that often elude even the sharpest legal minds.

Need an expert witness?
We have a list of vetted options. 

Confused about medical terminology?
We will simplify it so you, and the jury, can grasp the significance.

The moment you choose to collaborate with Synthesis, you gain an endlessly valuable resource that can enhance your understanding of medical matters, streamline case preparation, and strengthen your position in court.

We make it easier to win.

Reach out today.
Your clients will thank you, 
and you’ll wonder why you didn’t call us sooner.

Kira Bishop-Loya

CEO & Lead Legal Nurse Consultant

Merit Review

Our efficient consultants screen the case files and determine why you may, or may not, want to pursue the matter.   

We understand not wanting to make a significant investment into a case that may not be financially worth it.  In response, Synthesis created tier-based pricing for Merit Reviews based on the number of pages*, to keep those initial investments more manageable. 

A Merit Review may look like:

  • Obtaining the client’s claims and stated injuries.
  • Reviewing all case files and highlighting key insights, providers, history, etc. 
  • Determine merits of claim based on medical research
  • Call with attorney to discuss pros and cons
  • If continuing, will provide initial recommendation for additional documents or information needed

Of course, the review of merit process will vary depending on case type and whether it is plaintiff or defense.  At Synthesis, we enjoy the opportunity to work with a variety of practice types and feel it only makes us more of an asset to our clients as we can approach matters with a complete balcony view. 

 

*Please read the blog post: Send Everything

Medical Narrative Summary

The Medical Narrative Summary is a report that will be one of the most relied-upon documents throughout litigation.  We pride ourselves on creating outstanding Medical Summaries for our attorney-clients.  This is one of our most popular work products, and also the one that clients rave about the most after receipt. 

At Synthesis, the Medical Narrative Summary and the Chronology go hand-in-hand, that is why we provide our attorney-clients with both for the price of one. 

A Medical Summary from Synthesis will have a layout similar to:

  • Key client details
  • List of records received/reviewed
  • Relevant Medical and Surgical History
  • Relevant Medications
  • Key individuals with details of client connection
  • Narrative summary (an excellent starting place for expert witnesses)
  • Discussion/opinion
  • (Med mal: deviations and suspected deviations)
  • Recommendations
  • References to the medical literature

The key to your next win is within this document.  Collaborate with Synthesis Med Legal and secure that win for your client. 

Chronology

The value of an accurate and relevant chronology cannot be overstated.  It provides the visual and chronological representation of facts, giving levity to larger gaps of time between critical events.  

Our chronologies may look different from the average as we bookmark the records while we create the chronology so you, your team and expert witnesses are able to navigate to relevant areas quickly.  Providers are in bold font throughout and the associated healthcare facility is also included to easily track where the individual was being seen and when.

We link research to our chronologies so key elements are easily understood by the attorney-client, the firm’s team and by a jury.  At Synthesis, we create our Chronology reports and Medical Narrative Summary reports simultaneously — saving you time and money.

You are invited to read: Why should I pay Synthesis for a chronology? within our “FAQs” section to further understand why enlisting our services is a smart move.

Demonstrative Evidence

A picture is worth a thousand words.

Or, as we prefer to say, a picture can be worth a million dollar verdict.

The trial attorneys we have worked with are brilliant at strategy and idea creation.  As nurses, we are educators by trade and excel at breaking down complex information into digestible forms.  

By collaborating with Synthesis, we take those ideas and translate them into an effective presentation, allowing the jury to fully understand and empathize with your client.

Some examples of our demonstrative evidence options:

  • Charts, diagrams, photographs
  • Timelines highlighting care gaps or “touches”
  • Video testimonies
  • Medical illustrations
  • Day-in-the-Life videos, narratives

At Synthesis, we are embracing AI and the tech advances to the benefit of our attorney-clients and their wallets.  Now, more than ever, we can create more creative, more effective visual aids for your case matters in less time.  

Hyperlinked Research

Our mission is to make your life easier.  Hyperlinks are intended to do just that.

As you read through your Chronology or Medical Narrative Summary, you will note underlined sections, terminology, or significant events.  

When you click a hyperlink, you will be taken to the:

  • Exact PDF page(s) within medical records
  • Verified medical resources or references
  • Images or videos that explain a term/procedure

Why does Synthesis do this for our attorney-clients?

First, we want to provide a clear understanding of medical aspects to you and your team.  Clarity is our goal. 

Second, we want the Chronology and the other reports to be comprehensive and efficient.  No more hunting through the records; the relevant PDF pages are already attached and one click away!

As always, our reports are customizable and your preferences are discussed before any work product is created.

Requests for Production

The crux of your case may lie in this request.

You’ve sent your Request and weeks later, you likely believe you have “all” the records.  The facility said they sent “everything.”

Too often, that is inaccurate.  The facility may truly believe they sent everything, but as nurses we know what is missing from those records and why we need them.

Most importantly… we know the name of the records, so those requests are not kicked back to you, wasting time and resources.

Allow Synthesis to ensure you have everything you need to create a strong case; let’s work together before the cut-off date for evidence cuts your case off at the knees. 

Interrogatories

You may be wondering how a legal nurse consultant would be an asset in this area.  Let’s explore that:

Nurses are interrogators.  We have to ask the right questions, in the right way, to get the answers we need from our patients, their family members, and even physicians.  

Our Synthesis nurses would make excellent lie detectors and we are exceedingly good at finding inconsistencies, then picking them apart for discovery.

By synthesizing our two fields of expertise, attorneys and our legal nurse consultants can create effective interrogatories that reveal the truth and further strengthen your case positioning. 

Expert Witness

Legal nurse consultants bring a wealth of medical knowledge and expertise to the table when it comes to hiring expert witnesses. 

From streamlining the search process to enhancing case strategy, their invaluable contributions ensure the engagement of highly qualified experts for optimal outcomes.

Why Synthesis is the key to finding the perfect expert witness:

  • In-depth medical knowledge: We possess extensive medical expertise to identify the specific areas where expert witness testimony is crucial.
  • Streamlined search process: We efficiently conduct targeted searches for qualified experts with relevant experience and credentials.
  • Objective evaluation: Legal nurse consultants provide an unbiased assessment of qualifications and prior testimony, ensuring the selection of credible experts.
  • Enhanced case strategy: Legal nurse consultants contribute valuable insights into potential defenses and opposing arguments that may be brought up against the witness, thereby strengthening the overall case strategy.

Audit Trail

The Audit Trail is the absolute proof of authenticity and accuracy for a medical record.  It provides objective answers to questions such as:

Do we have all the physical medical records?
What parts were not sent?
Who looked at the record? When? Where?

 
If there is any question of what was altered, deleted, viewed, or added: The answer is in the Audit Trail.

Not every case needs an Audit Trail.  Fortunately, at Synthesis, we know when to request one, how to verify that it is a true Audit Trail, and how to use an Audit Trail to find the truth. 

An Access Log is not an Audit Trail.
If you are unsure if you have a true Audit Trail, or if you need one, give us a call so we can help you get what you need.

Find out what Synthesis can do for you!