| FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. What does MTI do?
MTI specializes in the identification, retrieval, and analysis of MEDICAL,
TOXICOLOGICAL, and SCIENTIFIC information. We provide timely, accurate,
and cost-effective information that is compiled from a wide variety of
sources. MTI is a division of NICOM, Inc and operates under the laws of
the Commonwealth of Virginia. We provide medical and scientific consulting
services for attorneys, corporations, and individuals. The information
we provide is based on a thorough knowledge of the appropriate scientific
literature in conjunction with documents and other information provided
to us by our clients. Our doctors and scientific professionals meet the
highest standards in their respective disciplines and are located throughout
the United States at major research facilities, hospitals, and academic
institutions.
2. Where is MTI located?
Actually, MTI is wherever you are. Because of our strategic location in
the metropolitan Washington, D.C, area, MTI is within minutes of vital
information resources, such as the National Library of Medicine, the National
Institutes of Health, and the Library of Congress. These resources, coupled
with our in-house databases and consulting scientists and professors from
institutions all across the U.S., mean that the information, consulting,
and expertise your scientific case requires is literally only a telephone
call or a computer keystroke away.
3. What is the difference in an MTI Report and an expert opinion?
MTI Reports are based on a thorough review and analysis of the
medical and scientific literature and are written to address the literature
findings and what is generally accepted in relation to a specific case.
They are specifically targeted to address the specifics of the circumstances.
Expert opinions are written by authorities in a particular scientific
area and specifically draw on their own personal training, research, and
experience.
4. Is an MTI Report better than an opinion or vice versa?
Both serve a valid function and are designed to fill a specific need.
Often, the court will prefer a report in the initial stages of a case,
so the judge can assess fully the issues in light of general acceptance
within the scientific literature. And, quite often, particularly in criminal
cases, the MTI report has been sufficient for dismissal of the charges.
In a highly complex case, an expert opinion may best serve the needs of
the client. In the initial consultation, an MTI consultant will go over
the case with you and make suggestions on which of our services will best
suit your specific needs.
5. Who writes MTI Reports?
All MTI literature review, analysis, and written reports are done by highly
trained
individuals, holding earned R.N., M.S., M.D. or Ph.D. degrees, with extensive
experience researching and analyzing the medical and scientific literature
and the
specific issues that have immediate bearing on your case.
6. What is included in an MTI Report?
A typical report is 3-5 pages in length with a bibliography of
15-20 key citations along with the complete articles and book excerpts.
This enables you to get a first-hand look at the science behind the analysis
and interpretation of the scientific literature by MTI professionals.
7. If I need an expert opinion, how do I know if I am going to
like what the expert says?
MTI experts are thoroughly screened to ensure you get the very best match
for the specific needs of your case. Although we cannot guarantee winning,
we can guarantee an expert with solid credentials and the professional
expertise required to give you the absolute best chance at receiving a
favorable outcome.
8. Do you only work on criminal cases?
Absolutely not. MTI has helped with both plaintiff and defense on a variety
of civil cases as well as for both prosecution and defense relating to
criminal matters. We have worked on civil cases involving such subjects
as Medical Malpractice, Prescription Drug Reactions, Adverse Effects of
Chemicals, Toxic Exposures, Groundwater Contamination, Waste Disposal,
Pesticide Contamination, and many more.
9. My mother is currently taking eleven (11) different prescription
drugs and besides making her even sicker she has to spend almost all of
her social security check on her medications. Can you help?
Absolutely. In fact, our MTI Reports have helped many seniors dramatically
reduce their expenditures on medications. Our reports can demonstrate
how many drugs can be redundant and can actually work against one another
for optimum health.
10. My mother only has a high school education and understands
very little about medical information. How is a scientific report going
to help her?
Our MTI Reports are mainly targeted to the attending physician or caregiver
to apprise or update them on the latest findings in the scientific literature.
In many cases the physician is a general practitioner and is not expert
in pharmacology, so MTI can fill this role for them. We also can provide
a letter in lay language absent the scientific jargon that reasonably
educated people can easily comprehend.
11. I am interested in all of the latest treatments available
for my illness. Can you help me?
With our resources and ability to investigate thoroughly the medical literature
and the scientific issues with which your case is concerned, we can provide
a complete report on all of the latest treatments and therapies specifically
designed for your needs.
12. Can you tell me what alternative medicines or therapies are
available for my illness?
Our access to the scientific literature world wide ensures that you will
have the most up-to-date information on all available medicines and therapies.
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