07 January 2026 Keith Rix 83 Case Updates The first-time expert byKeith Rix Commentary The details of this case are for gastroenterologists and psychiatrists. The learning points are of general application and although made by an expert in their first case, they reflect mistakes made by some more experienced experts who should know better. Learning points: If it is your first case as an expert witness, be trained and be prepared. An assessment carried out in order to offer or provide expert evidence should be recorded. Beware criticising healthcare professionals or services especially without evidence. Inaccuracy undermines the expert’s credibility. To continue reading you must be an EWI member, become a member and access exclusive content. Already a member? Login More links Link to the Judgment Share Print Tags 10. Records Assessments and Site VisitsAnorexia nervosanasogastric feedingpathological demand avoidance Related articles Celikdemir v PGR Timber Limited & Anor [2025] EWHC 3118 (KB) A deficient capacity assessment To list or not to list, that is the question Not a fundamentally dishonest stroke victim Personal injury litigation in Ireland Switch article Amr Danyall Marshal & Ors v Awais Javed & Ors [2025] EWHC 3195 (Ch) Previous Article LMN v Swansea Bay University Health Board [2025] EWHC 3402 (KB) Next Article Comments are only visible to subscribers.