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Average Biomedical Engineering Expert Witnesses Court Fees
$375/hr
Review Fee
$450/hr
Deposition Fee
$475/hr
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This Washington-based expert has over 20 years of experience in chemistry and medical device research, specializing in polymer synthesis, polymer characterization, analytical chemistry, medical device design and intellectual property management. He received his BES in chemistry and photographic sciences from St. Cloud State University before earning his PhD in polymer chemistry from the University of Southern California. He is active in his field as a member of the American Chemical Society, is a highly-published author on the topics of polymer chemistry and medical devices, and holds 65 patents that have enhanced the field of polymer chemistry. Previously, he has served as a polymer chemist and then a senior polymer chemist at Medtronic, an adjunct professor of polymer chemistry at the University of St. Thomas, and a senior scientist at DexCom Inc. He also formerly served as an associate professor and then a professor of chemistry, as well the assistant dean of the college of science and technology and the interim assistant vice president and dean of graduate studies at Bloomsburg University. Currently, he serves as the vice president of intellectual property at a technology research lab in WA.
Founder and Chief Executive Officer, An analytical firm in VA
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Southern California
Front Royal,
Washington
This highly qualified engineer earned his BS and MS in mechanical engineering from California Polytechnic State University. He went on to earn his PhD in mechanical engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. He has over 10 years of experience conducting failure analysis for various products including biomedical devices. He formerly served as Principal Mechanical Engineer at COR Innovations, Inc., a biomedical device start-up. In this role, he was responsible for designing multiple functioning prototypes and designing and fabricating numerous electromechanical bench top apparatus' for materials testing and validation. He went on to serve as Senior Staff R&D Engineer at Abbott Vascular Structural Heart, where his primary role was serving as technical lead for improvements in their MitraClip device. He currently serves as Chief Technology Officer and co-founder of a medical device company that is focused on treating vaginal atrophy in breast cancer survivors and post-menopausal women through a novel and hormone-free, energy based therapy.
Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer, A medical device company in OR
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of California, Berkeley
Portland,
Oregon
This highly-qualified expert has extensive experience in automated external defibrillator (AED) program design and compliance. He earned his BS in public affairs from the University of Oregon and his JD from the Lewis & Clark Northwestern School of Law. He is a member of the Oregon State Bar and an advisory board member of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation and the National Center for Early Defibrillation. He has been the founder of several firms, including Lazar Jensen Geobel, Fios, Inc., and AED Risk Insights, Inc. Currently, this expert is the founder and president of an AED program compliance company that develops and publishes national AED program design guidelines that describe industry standards for AED programs and the AED Law Center.
Founder and President, An AED program compliance company
Juris Doctor (JD), Lewis & Clark Northwestern School of Law
Oregon
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What Can a Biomedical Engineering Expert Witness Opine On?
Prototyping Medical Devices
Creating functional models of medical equipment.
Biomaterials Testing
Evaluating materials for safety and effectiveness.
Tissue Engineering
Developing biological substitutes for tissue repair.
Medical Imaging Development
Enhancing techniques for diagnostic imaging.
Wearable Health Technology Design
Creating devices for continuous health monitoring.
Robotic Surgery Systems
Designing robots to assist in surgical procedures.
FAQs for Biomedical Engineering Expert Witnesses
What is a biomedical engineering expert witness?
A biomedical engineering expert witness is a qualified engineer who explains medical device design and safety in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, testing devices, and testifying to clarify complex technical issues.
What types of cases may benefit from the insights of a biomedical engineering expert witness?
Biomedical engineering expert witnesses support cases involving medical devices, implants, product defects, surgical equipment failures, biomechanics, patient injury causation, and FDA compliance.
How can a biomedical engineering expert witness strengthen causation analysis in device failures?
A biomedical engineering expert witness strengthens causation analysis in device failures by linking design, materials, and usage data to medical outcomes through scientific testing and modeling.
What specific training qualifies a biomedical engineering expert witness to assess implant performance?
A biomedical engineering expert witness is qualified to assess implant performance through advanced degrees, biomechanics coursework, device design training, and clinical or lab testing experience.
How does a biomedical engineering expert witness evaluate compliance with medical device standards?
A biomedical engineering expert witness evaluates compliance with medical device standards by reviewing design files, test data, risk analyses, and regulatory documentation against applicable regulations.
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