Pacific Northwest
Medical Legal Consulting
Medical Expertise for Legal Professionals.
Serving Attorneys in Oregon and Washington.
Physician Written. Attorney Ready Reports.
At Pacific Northwest MD Legal Consulting, we deliver clear, evidence-based medical opinions that help you move cases forward. Our reports distill complex records into focused, clinically sound analysis, supporting your case with insight on causation, injury mechanics, functional impact, and future care.
We specialize in pre-litigation and pre-trial consulting, offering objective medical clarity early in the case timeline. With physician expertise available at reasonable rates, you can access the support you need without delay or unnecessary cost.
Let’s Discuss Your Case
Medical Insight That Brings Focus to Injury Cases
Only a physician can provide the medical opinions needed to support pre-litigation and pre-trial documentation. Each report is prepared by a board-certified physician with clinical training and experience in complex diagnostic medicine.
We assist attorneys by:
Clarifying causation and mechanisms of injury
Assessing functional loss and future care needs
Projecting medical costs using case-specific data
Supporting conclusions with current medical literature
Advising when expert witness involvement may be warranted
Our work isn’t about volume, it’s about impact. We focus on helping attorneys sharpen their strategy, spot key medical issues early, and avoid wasted time on weak claims. With clear, physician-level analysis, you gain stronger files, clearer positions, and fewer surprises.
Medical Legal Consulting Services
At Pacific Northwest MD Legal Consulting, we provide independent, physician-led medical consulting to help attorneys evaluate cases before litigation or trial. Our work brings clarity to medical issues, supports stronger case outcomes, and saves valuable attorney time.
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Medical Summary Report: comprehensive medical review of client's injuries with medical opinions regarding mechanism of injury and opinion on causation
Reports addressing specific medical questions
Standard of Care analysis (when applicable)
Medical records review services
Assessment of future medical care needs and associated costs
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Rebuttal reports addressing IME findings
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Development of deposition and settlement preparation questions for experts
Case preparation support
Liaison with treating physicians and family members
Facilitation of communication with service and government agencies
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Evaluation and development of medical theories of the case
Identification of medically significant vs. non-significant issues
Medical case coordination to streamline preparation
Strategies to highlight key medical or surgical concerns
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Medical research and delivery of relevant journal articles
Referral to appropriate medical experts for testimony when needed
Important Note: We do not provide trial testimony or direct patient care. Our services are strictly focused on pre-litigation and pre-trial consulting. When testimony is required, we can assist in identifying appropriate expert witnesses.
Core Services Include
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Medical record review and concise summary reports
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Opinions on causation, mechanism of injury, and functional loss
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Assessment of future medical care and costs
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Independent Medical Exam (IME) rebuttal reports
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Medical research with literature-backed opinions
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Referral to expert witnesses when testimony is required
Meet Dr. Goswami
Dr. Darshika Goswami is a board-certified physician specializing in medical legal consulting for attorneys.
As a former rheumatologist and internist, she provides clear, evidence-based medical insight to help attorneys interpret records and strengthen their cases. Recognized as a Top Doctor by Portland Monthly, Dr. Goswami brings deep clinical experience and a commitment to producing thorough, well-researched, and professional reports for every consultation.