malpractice stress syndrome

malpractice stress syndrome

a condition developing in health care workers subjected to malpractice litigation, manifested by feelings of isolation, damaged self-image, emotional alterations, and family life disruptions.
A popular term for the mental and financial impact that a healthcare-related lawsuit has on a doctor which, in the extreme case, may result in bankruptcy, major depression and suicide

malpractice stress syndrome

Medtalk A popular term for the mental and financial consequences of being sued for health care provider-related activities. See Going bare.