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This former health and human services worker of 10+ years is the current proprietor of a behavioral health services private practice. She a certified clinical social worker in several states,and is a member of such prestigious societies as the Health Care Compliance Association and the National Association of Social Workers. Her specialty includes treatment of sexual offenders and survivors of sexual abuse, as well as in the development sexual abuse treatment programs. This expert also is a subject matter expert in the provision of behavioral health services and the documentation of medical necessity of these services to ensure appropriate Medicaid billing. She assists behavioral health agencies in the identification of areas of compliance risk and provides consultation and staff/board training to mitigate those risks. She has assisted agencies in becoming nationally accredited. She is also an independent representative of Measure of Success Tracking (MOST), which is a compliance tool that allows agencies to measure both quantitative and qualitative data to improve compliance and quality of care.
Owner, Behavioral health services private practice
Master of Social Work (MSW), University of Illinois at Chicago
Alaska
This expert is board certified in Medical Toxicology, Addiction Medicine, and Preventive Medicine. He has over 15 years of experience in academia, conducting research, teaching, and publishing peer-reviewed articles in occupational and environmental toxicology. His clinical practice is specialized in addiction medicine, and he provides patient care in Oregon. This expert has provided consulting and expert witness services for over 15 years, in a diverse range of toxicology-related matters. Areas of specific expertise include addiction medicine, postmortem toxicology, overdose and adverse effects from drugs of abuse (alcohol, opioids, opiates, stimulants, benzodiazepines), and health effects from human exposure to mold, mycotoxins, pesticides, metals, irritant gases and carbon monoxide.
Independent Consultant, A Medical Toxicology Consultancy
Master of Public Health (MPH), Oregon Health & Science University
Portland,
Oregon
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What Can an Addiction Expert Witness Opine On?
Detoxification
Medical supervision during drug withdrawal.
Counseling
Therapeutic sessions for behavioral change.
Medication Management
Using medications to reduce cravings.
Support Groups
Peer support for recovery and coping.
Behavioral Therapy
Strategies to modify harmful behaviors.
Relapse Prevention Planning
Developing strategies to avoid relapse.
FAQs for Addiction Expert Witnesses
What is a addiction expert witness?
An addiction expert witness is a qualified professional who explains addiction, treatment, and standards of care in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, giving expert testimony, and clarifying complex addiction issues.
What types of cases may benefit from the insight of an addiction expert witness?
An addiction expert witness assists in DUI, drug crimes, prescribing negligence, overdose, wrongful death, child custody, workplace impairment, and rehab malpractice cases.
How can an addiction expert witness strengthen causation arguments in litigation?
An addiction expert witness strengthens causation arguments by linking clinical evidence, medical records, and addiction science to show how substance use directly led to the alleged harm.
What qualifications should attorneys prioritize when retaining an addiction expert witness?
Attorneys should prioritize an addiction expert witness with board-certified clinical credentials, forensic experience, courtroom testimony history, and clear, evidence-based reporting skills.
How does an addiction expert witness evaluate the reliability of substance use histories?
An addiction expert witness evaluates the reliability of substance use histories by cross-checking self-reports with records, collateral interviews, timelines, and clinical assessment tools.
What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting addiction expert witnesses?
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