Update on Doctorsknow.us

DoctorsKnow.Us, a new national database that tracks litigious patients, plaintiffs attorneys and expert witnesses that can potentially be used to deny patient care, which was also featured in last week's Internet Tool Box, has reportedly shut down due to the numerous complaints it received and the controversy it caused:

DoctorsKnow.Us has permanently ceased operations as of 3/9/04. The controversy this site has ignited was unanticipated and has polarized opinions regarding the medical malpractice crisis. Our hope is that this controversy will spark a serious discussion that results in changes that are equitable to both patients and physicians. All charges that have been collected will be returned to members and trial members.

I also came across this lengthy and detailed post on RangelMd.com and Paul Scott says that it's "entirely legal."

see also: Online 'Blacklisting' Draws Ire