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This board certified neurologist and certified life planner earned a BA in Psychology from Brandeis University and an MD from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. He is a member of a number of prestigious societies including the International Academy of Life Care Planners and the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals. He currently provides life care planning services for a private consulting firm.
Neurology Director, An outpatient rehabilitation facility in TX
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Connecticut School of Medicine
San Antonio,
Texas
This highly qualified expert is a board certified neurologist with a specialization in Neurocritical Care. He received his Master's degree from Saint Louis University and completed his internship training at both the Patna Medical College Hospital in India and Westlake Hospital. He pursued residency training at the University of Florida and completed fellowship training at Washington University. He has published several peer-reviewed journal articles and serves as an ad hoc reviewer for the Neurocritical Care Journal. Currently, he serves as an assistant professor of stroke and neurocritical care at a prominent Missouri university.
Associate Professor, A university in TX
Master of Science (MS), Saint Louis University
Houston,
Texas
This qualified expert has over 10 years of experience as a neurologist. He earned his bachelor of medicine and bachelor of surgery from Patna Medical College in India. He then went on to earn his MS in outcomes research and evaluation sciences from Saint Louis University. He completed his internship in internal medicine at Westlake Hospital, his neurology residency at the University of Florida, and a neurocritical care fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine. This expert is a member of several neurology associations, and is particularly involved in the Neurocritical Care Society, acting as chair and co-chair for several committees. His involvement in the Neurocritical Care Society has earned him the presidential citation award for three consecutive years. This expert was also a part of several critical care committees while working at Saint Louis University Hospital. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and has presented on a multitude of posters at conferences. He has also helped lead various neurology studies throughout his career. He formerly held the position of assistant professor of neurology, and subsequently associate professor, specializing in stroke and neurocritical care at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Currently, this expert is an attending neurocritical care neurologist at a hospital system in Texas.
Attending Neurocritical Care Neurologist, A TX hospital system
Master of Science (MS), Saint Louis University
Texas
This double board certified psychiatrist has been practicing for more than a decade. He completed residency training in general psychiatry at the University of New Mexico, and fellowship training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the same institution. He is currently a child psychiatrist at a major university medical center, where he also serves as an associate professor in the department of psychiatry and as the director of child psychiatric consultation services. His specific areas of expertise include pediatric brain injury, cultural issues with Hispanics and SW Native Americans, pediatric cancer and medical PTSD in children as well as misdiagnosis of medical conditions as being psychiatric in both children and adults.
Director of Child Psychiatric Consultation Services, Major Medical University
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Louisiana State University
Albuquerque,
New Mexico
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What Can a Coma Expert Witness Opine On?
Glasgow Coma Scale Assessment
Evaluates consciousness level in patients.
Neurological Examination
Assesses brain function and reflexes.
CT Scan
Imaging to detect brain injuries.
MRI Scan
Detailed images of brain structure.
Intracranial Pressure Monitoring
Measures pressure inside the skull.
Ventilator Management
Supports breathing in unconscious patients.
FAQs for Coma Expert Witnesses
What is a coma expert witness?
A coma expert witness is a medical specialist who explains coma causes, prognosis, and standards of care in legal cases. They assist by reviewing medical records, giving expert opinions, and testifying to clarify complex medical issues.
What types of cases may benefit from the insight of a coma expert witness?
A coma expert witness supports medical malpractice, brain injury, anesthesia error, ICU negligence, delayed diagnosis, and wrongful death cases involving disorders of consciousness.
How can a coma expert witness assess deviations from the neurologic standard of care?
A coma expert witness assesses deviations from the neurologic standard of care by reviewing records, exam findings, imaging, and treatment decisions against accepted neurology guidelines.
What qualifications should counsel seek in a coma expert witness?
Counsel should seek a coma expert witness who is a board‑certified neurologist or critical care specialist with extensive coma case experience and proven courtroom testimony skills.
How does a coma expert witness evaluate prognosis and long-term neurological outcome?
A coma expert witness evaluates prognosis and long-term neurological outcome by reviewing medical records, imaging, exams, response to treatment, and applying evidence-based outcome scales.
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