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Medicolegal & Expert Witness Services

Medicolegal & Expert Witness Services

I provide independent, impartial medico-legal expert witness services in ophthalmology, with specialist expertise in cornea, cataract and refractive surgery.

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I accept instructions from both Claimant and Defendant solicitors, and all reports are prepared in full accordance with Civil Procedure Rules (CPR Part 35) and relevant professional guidance.

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My opinions are based on extensive NHS and private surgical experience and are presented in a clear, balanced and court-ready format, suitable for litigation, joint expert instruction and court proceedings.

Areas of Expertise

  • Cataract surgery and complications

  • Premium intraocular lenses (multifocal, trifocal and EDOF IOLs)

  • Refractive lens exchange (RLE)

  • LASIK, PRK and SMILE surgery

  • Post-refractive cataract surgery

  • Keratoconus and corneal ectasia

  • Corneal transplantation (PK, DALK, DMEK, DSAEK)​

  • Corneal cross-linking

  • Intraocular lens power calculation errors

  • Refractive surprises

  • Toric IOL alignment issues

  • Ocular surface disease and dry eye

  • Postoperative visual dissatisfaction

  • Consent and patient expectations

  • Biometry and surgical planning

Types of Instructions Accepted

 

  • Breach of duty reports

  • Causation reports

  • Condition and prognosis reports

  • Liability and quantum cases

  • Single Joint Expert (SJE) instructions

  • Preliminary screening and advisory opinions

  • Conferences with Counsel

  • Court attendance and cross-examination

Professional Profile

 

  • NHS Consultant Ophthalmologist since 2019

  • Subspecialist in cornea, cataract and refractive surgery

  • Extensive experience in complex anterior segment surgery

  • High-volume experience in premium IOL and refractive outcomes

  • Regularly instructed in ophthalmic medicolegal work

  • Experienced in both Claimant and Defendant instructions

  • Fully compliant with the duties of an independent expert under CPR Part 35

  • Trained in medicolegal report writing and court procedure

  • Bond Solon (CUBS) certified

  • Member of Expert witness institute

Dr. Ahmed Bardan
What Instructing Solicitors Can Expect?

 

  • Clear, structured, and objective expert reports

  • Independent, balanced and evidence-based opinions

  • Practical surgical insight

  • Professional communication

  • Reliable and realistic turnaround times

  • Transparent fee structure

  • Availability for clarification and court attendance where required

Turnaround Times
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  • Initial screening opinions: 5–7 working days

  • Full CPR-compliant reports: 3–5 weeks

  • Urgent instructions: by arrangement, subject to availability

Fees
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Fees are charged on a transparent hourly or fixed-fee basis, depending on the nature and complexity of the instruction. A full estimate is provided following initial case review.

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Geographical Coverage
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  • Instructions accepted nationwide across the UK

  • Remote desktop assessments available

  • Court attendance across England and Wales

  • Confidentiality & Independence

  • All instructions are handled in strict accordance with:

  • Civil Procedure Rules (Part 35)

  • GMC guidance on acting as an expert witness

  • Data protection and confidentiality regulations

  • I act at all times as an independent expert, providing objective opinions to the court.

How to instruct:

To discuss a potential instruction or to request an expert opinion, please contact us below;

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