By Dr. Elizabeth Moore
Burnout is a familiar term in modern medicine, and few specialties feel it as acutely as OBGYN. The long hours, emotional intensity, and rising administrative demands have left many physicians searching for a way to rebalance. One solution may surprise you: expert witness consulting.

A Refreshing Alternative
At first glance, adding expert work might seem like adding stress. But for many OBGYNs, it is the opposite. Consulting introduces variety, intellectual stimulation, and flexibility. Reviewing cases, analyzing records, and writing reports exercise a different skill set than patient care—and that change of pace can be rejuvenating. The Rewards are many including $500-$700 an hour.

The Yerkes-Dodson Curve
Research shows that optimal performance comes at moderate levels of stress. Too little, and work becomes disengaging; too much, and it leads to exhaustion. Expert witness work often lands in the “sweet spot”—engaging enough to challenge you, without overwhelming your schedule.

Control and Flexibility
Unlike hospital shifts, expert work is self-scheduled. You choose the cases you accept and the hours you dedicate. For physicians striving for better work-life balance, this autonomy is invaluable.

Financial Diversification
Expert consulting can also improve financial security. Many OBGYNs find that consulting allows them to reduce clinical hours while maintaining or even increasing income. This flexibility opens doors to better quality of life and career sustainability and longevity.

Intellectual Growth
Every case is different. Immersing yourself in legal medicine sharpens your clinical reasoning and exposes you to evolving standards of care. Many physicians find themselves reinvigorated in both the courtroom and the clinic.

Final Thought: Far from being another burden, expert witness work can refresh your practice, improve your balance, and protect against burnout. To learn how to integrate this path into your career, visit MooreExperts.com.