Blindness Expert Witnesses in Virginia

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Blindness expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including ophthalmology, optometry, vocational rehabilitation, and accessibility compliance. Some of the most common specialties include low vision, retinal disease, orientation and mobility, assistive technology, and ADA accommodations. They can opine on the effects of vision loss on safety, employability, daily functioning, and damages.

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  • Review Fee $150/hr
    Deposition Fee $175/hr
    Court Fee $200/hr

    This expert has over 30 years of experience as a board-certified ophthalmologist, specializing in glaucoma and cataract management and comprehensive ophthalmology. He earned his BA in psychology from Wesleyan University and his MD from Tufts University School of Medicine. He then went on to complete an internship in transitional medicine and a residency in ophthalmology at Howard University Hospital and other affiliated hospitals. He is a member of the Association of Veterans Affairs Ophthalmologists. Formerly, he held positions as a comprehensive ophthalmologist at Simel Eye Associates of North Carolina, PA, Piedmont Eye Center, PA, and Hampton VA Medical Center as well as an assistant professor of clinical ophthalmology at Eastern Virginia Medical School. Currently, he is an ophthalmologist at a hospital and VA medical center in North Carolina.

    Staff Ophthalmologist, A Hospital & VA Medical Center in NC

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Tufts University School of Medicine

    Hampton,

    Virginia

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  • Review Fee $700/hr
    Deposition Fee $700/hr

    This extremely qualified retinal surgeon has received his medical training from among the top ten medical institutions in the nation. He is a fellow of such prestigious professional societies as the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and is extensively published in his field. Throughout his 30+ year career he has been appointed to high ranking professorships and directorships of retinal surgery in various medical institutions throughout the country.

    Affiliated Faculty, Three Regional Healthcare Centers in KY

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Johns Hopkins Medical School

    Louisville,

    Kentucky

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  • Review Fee $700/hr
    Deposition Fee $700/hr
    Court Fee $750/hr

    This qualified expert is known for his efforts in the field of neuro-ophthalmology and vestibular neurology. He earned his MD at the Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in Iran before completing a residency in neurology at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He went on to complete two prestigious fellowships in neuro-ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School and vascular neurology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He then did a post-doctoral fellowship in neuro-visual and vestibular disorders at Johns Hopkins University. This expert is also certified in the Science of Clinical Investigation. This expert is very active in his field as a member of the American Academy of Neurology and the American Heart Association. In addition, this expert has published over 25 peer-reviewed articles and over 30 abstracts. Formerly, this exert was the director of the student's research organization at Shahid Beheshti University and was on the research council of the Illinois Neurological Institute. Currently, this expert is an assistant professor in neuro-visual and vestibular disorders at a top medical school in Maryland.

    Assistant Professor, A Top Medical School in MD

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences

    Baltimore,

    Maryland

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Related Specialties

What Can a Blindness Expert Witness Opine On?

Cataract Surgery

Removal of cloudy lens to restore sight.

Corneal Transplant

Replacing damaged cornea with healthy tissue.

Retinal Detachment Repair

Surgical fixing of detached retina.

Glaucoma Surgery

Reducing intraocular pressure to prevent damage.

Laser Eye Surgery

Using lasers to correct vision problems.

Vitrectomy

Removing vitreous gel to treat eye conditions.

FAQs for Blindness Expert Witnesses

What is a blindness expert witness?

A blindness expert witness is a vision and disability specialist who explains blindness-related facts in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, assessing accessibility, and testifying to clarify complex issues.

What types of cases may benefit from the input of a blindness expert witness?

A blindness expert witness assists in medical malpractice, vision loss, ADA compliance, workplace accommodation, product liability, premises liability, and disability discrimination cases.

How can a blindness expert witness evaluate alleged failures in workplace accommodations?

A blindness expert witness evaluates workplace accommodations by reviewing policies, assistive technology, job tasks, and barriers to determine if they meet legal accessibility standards.

What specific qualifications should a blindness expert witness possess for federal litigation?

A blindness expert witness for federal litigation should have advanced vision-related credentials, clinical or rehab experience, and prior federal court testimony on blindness issues.

How does a blindness expert witness assess the adequacy of orientation and mobility training?

A blindness expert witness evaluates orientation and mobility training by reviewing assessments, lesson plans, instructional methods, progress data, and alignment with professional standards.

What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting blindness expert witnesses?

Expert Institute delivers a tailored approach to connect you with top-tier experts. We identify actively practicing professionals who meet your exact criteria for specialty, experience, litigation background, fee structure, credentials, location, and more.

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