I am an expert witness in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and my areas of expertise include intra-partum events, birth trauma, shoulder dystocia, cerebral palsy, perineal tears & trauma, failed female sterilisation and complications of gynaecological and obstetric surgery. I receive instructions from Solicitors for both plaintiff and the defence. The turn around time for reports is between 8 and 12 weeks. Terms and Conditions of Engagement are available on request.

I hold a Certificate in Medical Law from the University of Glasgow and a Masters degree in Medical Law from the Northumbria University, Newcastle. I have received training in Expert Statement and Report Writing, and in Giving Evidence. I am listed in The Expert Witness, UK Register of Expert Witnesses and a member of The North of England Medico-Legal society.

I was a Performance Assessor in Obstetrics and Gynaecology for the General Medical Council and I currently sit on the Fitness to Practice Panel of the General Medical Council.

I provide support for doctors facing NHS and other disciplinary investigations or doctors with professional difficulties. I am trained as a mediator in the workplace.

Medico-Legal Training

I have undertaken extensive training to equip me for my role as Expert Witness. Courses undertaken include

Effective Risk & Claims Management in Obstetrics and Neonatology
Dickinson Dees, Newcastle, 1996

Certificate in Medical Law
School of Law, University of Glasgow, 1997

Expert and Report Writing for Expert Evidence
Quantum Development, 1999

Medico-Legal Report Writing
Professional Solutions, 2004

Giving Expert Evidence
Professional Solutions, 2004

Understanding the Litigation Process
Association of Personal Injury Lawyers/RCOG, 2005

Masters in Medical Law
Northumbria University, Newcastle, 2007

Written requests for expert reports and medico-legal opinion should be sent to

Mr. Rotimi A K Jaiyesimi
North Tyneside Hospital
Tyne and Wear
NE29 8NH

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