Anaesthesia Expert Witness Ltd (AEW Ltd), led by Dr H Bernhard Heidemann, provides clear, impartial expert witness reports for legal cases across the UK and Ireland. With over 15 years of medicolegal experience and a distinguished clinical background in high-risk anaesthesia, Dr Heidemann offers authoritative opinions grounded in specialist expertise, leadership, and academic teaching.
Why Choose Anaesthetic Expert Witness?
At Anaesthetic Witness Ltd, we provide authoritative, clear, and legally compliant expert reports for clinical negligence and personal injury cases involving anaesthesia. Our lead expert, Dr H Bernhard Heidemann, is a highly experienced consultant anaesthetist with over 30 years of clinical experience.
Meet Dr Heidemann
- Senior NHS Consultant Anaesthetist
- Fellow of the Royal College of Anaesthetists
- Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer, University of Edinburgh
- Member of the Expert Witness Institute
- Registered Expert with AvMA and the Expert Witness Institute
- GMC Registered with full licence to practise (GMC No. 413 0211)
- ICO Registered (Ref: ZB228258) – fully compliant with the Data Protection Act
- Anaesthetic Witness Ltd registered with Companies House (Company No. SC687581)
Dr Heidemann has worked as a Consultant at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh from 2003 until 2023 and is currently working as a locum Consultant. His medicolegal work is informed by his ongoing clinical practice and academic involvement.
Expert Witness Services
Dr Heidemann provides independent expert opinion on a wide range of anaesthetic matters for cases across the UK and Republic of Ireland. He is committed to producing:
- Clear, concise, and cost-effective reports
- Reports written in plain English, with a glossary where needed
- Opinions supported by scientific evidence and references, when appropriate
- Full compliance with Part 35 of the Civil Procedure Rules for cases in England and Wales
- Full compliance with relevant legal standards for cases in Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland
Before accepting an instruction, Dr Heidemann ensures the case falls within his scope of expertise. For highly specialised issues, he can draw on a trusted network of colleagues to provide additional insight.
Professional, Collaborative Approach
Following submission of a report, Dr Heidemann is happy to:
- Discuss the report with instructing solicitors
- Provide clarification or further comment as needed
- Collaborate with Counsel
- Attend court as an expert witness when required
Get in Touch
Whether you’re seeking an initial opinion or a full report, we’re here to help.
Contact us today to discuss your case or request further information.