CHRIS MURPHY, MD, JD
- Board-Certified OB/YN 
- Surgical Expert Witness 
- Licensed Attorney 
- Army Veteran 
Dr. Christopher S. Murphy is a board-certified OB/GYN and licensed attorney, uniquely qualified to provide expert witness services in medical malpractice and personal injury cases. With over 20 years of experience in obstetrics, gynecology, and minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Murphy combines deep clinical expertise with a legal perspective, making him a highly sought-after medical-legal consultant in Utah, Colorado, Idaho, and Wyoming.
Medical & Legal Expertise
Dr. Murphy earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and later obtained a Juris Doctorate, Magna Cum Laude, from Arizona Summit Law School. He is licensed to practice law in both Arizona and Utah. His dual background in medicine and law enables him to analyze complex malpractice cases with precision and clarity, ensuring thorough, evidence-based expert opinions for legal teams.
Areas of Expertise
- Surgical Malpractice & Complications (Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgery) 
- Obstetric & Gynecologic Malpractice (Birth Injuries, High-Risk Pregnancies) 
- Postoperative Care & Complication Prevention 
- Standard of Care Evaluations & Hospital Policies 
- Legal & Ethical Issues in Medical Documentation 
Recognized Authority & Educator
Dr. Murphy has received numerous teaching awards and has published research on women’s healthcare in military settings, gynecologic complications, and legal implications in medical documentation. His extensive experience in medical-legal consulting ensures clear, well-supported expert opinions that help attorneys build strong cases.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Juris Doctorate, Magna Cum Laude 
Arizona Summit Law School
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
BS in Chemistry, Magna Cum Laude
Austin Peay State University
Contact
Dr. Murphy
Chris.Murphy@ogdenclinic.com
(385) 566-2928


