# Episode #244: Thriving After a 12-Year Malpractice Lawsuit: An Emergency Physician's Story

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Podcast: [The Doctor's Crossing Carpe Diem Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-doctor-s-crossing-carpe-diem-podcast-1318373)
Published: 2026-04-08T15:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2113

## Resource

Have you ever thought, "If I got sued, I don't think I could survive it?" Malpractice litigation is one of medicine's unspoken fears. We know it's possible — but we rarely talk about the shame, isolation, sleepless nights, and identity-shaking stress that can come with it. In this powerful episode, I'm joined by Dr. Gita Pensa — emergency physician, coach, and podcast host of Doctors and Litigation: The L Word. Dr. Pensa shares her experience enduring a 12-year malpractice lawsuit that included two trials. What began as one of the most traumatic chapters of her life ultimately became the catalyst for meaningful advocacy and support for other physicians facing litigation. If you've ever been sued, fear being sued, or want to better understand this hidden side of medicine, this conversation is essential listening. In this episode we're talking about: What it felt like to be named in a $28 million malpractice lawsuit early in her career The emotional toll of enduring 12 years of litigation — including two trials The moment her verdict was overturned and how she found the strength to keep going Why litigation stress and shame often remain hidden Practical strategies for coping and learning how the legal system works Common mistakes physicians make during the litigation process How Gita is turning her experience into advocacy, coaching, and culture change in medicine Links for this episode: Doctors and Litigation Website Find 'Doctors and Litigation' on Instagram , Facebook and LinkedIn Doctors and Litigation Podcast ⭐️ If you want to feel more prepared for the realities of medical litigation, this is a powerful resource to have. LEAP: The Litigation Education and Performance Course for Clinicians is a 12-week, self-paced program by Dr. Gita Pensa designed to help physician…

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