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This highly qualified double board certified neurologist and epilepsy specialist has over 25 years of clinical and academic experience at a variety of prestigious institutions. He held an assistant professorship in neurology at the University of Cincinnati while being active staff at the Cincinnati VAMC before moving to Wisconsin Medical College to become a full professor of Neurology and a private practitioner. He is currently a clinical professor and director of a regional epilepsy center at a major medical center, where he has published many articles, chapters, and abstracts on the topic of neurology.
Adjunct Clinical Professor, A university in WI
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Nebraska Medical Center
Sturgeon Bay,
Wisconsin
This board-certified and fellowship-trained expert has over 10 years of experience in neurosurgery. Recognized as one of America's Top Surgeons and America's Top Doctors for 5 consecutives years, he has done extensive research in neuro-oncology through grant support and clinical trials. He also serves on various editorial boards and as an ad hoc reviewer. Among other positions, he currently serves as Director of Neurosurgical Oncology and Professor of Neurosurgery at a major university medical center.
Professor of Neurology, Major University Medical Center
Master of Science (MS), Harvard University School of Public Health
Chicago,
Illinois
This highly qualified and fellowship trained expert earned his BS from Brandeis University and his MD from Boston University. After completing his residency in Neurology at Dartmouth, he went on to complete a prestigious fellowship at Harvard in electromyography and clinical neurophysiology. As a result, this expert is board certified in neurology with an additional specialty in neuromuscular medicine. He has contributed an impressive amount of research to the medical community as an author of over 60 journal articles and 10 book chapters. In addition, he has written a complete textbook on issues of peripheral neuropathy. Previously, he held numerous teaching positions at multiple Ivy League medical schools and was also Director of Clinical Neurophysiology at a VA medical center. In addition to his current role as a practicing physician, he is also Professor and Founding Chairman of Neurology at a successful Michigan medical school.
Professor and Founding Chairman, A medical school in MI
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Boston University School of Medicine
Birmingham,
Michigan
This expert gained her MD at St. Petersburg State Pediatric Medical Academy and completed her internship in pediatrics and residency in pediatric neurology at St. Petersburg Pediatric Clinic #33 and St. Petersburg Academy of Postgraduate Education. She completed additional residencies in pediatrics and general and child neurology at SUNY Brooklyn and a fellowship in neurophysiology at Loyola University Medical Center. She is board certified in neurology with a special certification in child neurology and in epilepsy. Currently, she is an adult and pediatric neurologist in her own private practice. Formerly, she served as an adult and pediatric neurologist in a number of private practices and hospitals in Illinois.
Adult and Pediatric Neurologist, A private practice in Illinois
Doctor of Medicine (MD), St. Petersburg State Pediatric Medical Academy
Glenville,
Illinois
With over 20 years of experience as both a psychiatrist and a medical consultant, this expert remains very active in the field of psychiatry through his position as an attending psychiatrist and his various volunteer activities. He is a recognized psychiatrist with a multitude of awards and professional appointments. Finally, he is a certified member of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology with concentrations in Forensic, General, and Addiction Psychiatry.
Psychiatrist, Private Practice
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Northwestern University Medical School
Chicago,
Illinois
This highly qualified expert holds board certification in Emergency Medicine. He is an active member in his field of expertise, clinically, academically and administratively. He completed his medical degree at University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and his residency training in Emergency Medicine at MetroHealth/Cleveland Clinic/Case Western Reserve University. The expert proceeded to complete a prestigious fellowship in Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease at the University of Michigan Stroke Program. He has received numerous visiting professorships and extramural invitations at other academic centers as well as regional, national and international conferences. As a tenured faculty at well reputed academic university hospital in MI, he has published over 127 peer-reviewed publications and co-authored 15 book chapters. He also leads several clinical studies and receives multiple funding for his research endeavors. Currently, he is an associate professor of both Neurology and Emergency Medicine at a well known academic university hospital in MI.
Director, A MI stroke center
Master of Science (MS), University of Michigan School of Public Health
Ann Arbor,
Michigan
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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.
What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting coma expert witnesses?
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