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Several legal cases decided in recent months have rendered material discoverable that doctors thought was protected. These cases — in places as varied as New York, New England, and Illinois — have caused some physicians to question whether they should participate in peer review processes if their comments and discussions can end up being used against them in civil litigation.

Is confidential peer review in jeopardy?

Several legal cases decided in recent months have rendered material discoverable that doctors thought was protected. These cases in places as varied as New York, New England, and Illinois have caused some physicians to question whether they should participate in peer review processes if their comments and discussions can end up being used against them in civil litigation.