Within the rules of evidence, medical experts are required to maintain objectivity when formulating an opinion, and in the courtroom, legal advocates use cross-examination to expose bias. The layperson may erroneously assume that science always holds definitive and reliable answers, however, there is often significant ambiguity and uncertainty. How doctors respond to uncertainty in medical evidence will influence the reliability of the opinions they provide to the courts. Given the high stakes decisions that are made based on these opinions, this is an important issue.

This panel session, organised in collaboration with HEAL, will explore cognitive bias in forensic reporting. Catherine Skellern, a Child Protectionand Forensic Paediatrician, will present the challenges faced by doctors in this context and her recommendations for minimising cognitive bias. Karen Healy, Peter Ellerton and Ben Dighton will give social, philosophical, and legal perspectives on the issue, followed by an interactive panel and audience discussion.

Refreshments will be served at 18:00 for a 18:30 start. All are welcome and entry is free

Please register your attendance for catering purposes. 

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Unable to make it but still want to listen? Download the Zoom app for free on your device and type in meeting ID 196 714 242.

Please email qldheal@gmail.com if you have any special access requirements so that we can assist in meeting these.

For more information visit www.qldheal.com

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About Research seminars and workshops

Research seminars and workshops in critical thinking, pedagogy, and philosophy by the UQCTP. 

Venue

Abel Smith Theatre (Building 23), The University of Queensland, St Lucia.
Room: 
101