Dementia Expert Witnesses in Missouri

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Dementia expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including neurology, geriatrics, psychiatry, and neuropsychology. Some of the most common specialties include Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, cognitive impairment, capacity evaluations, and elder abuse. They can opine on the effects of dementia on memory, decision-making, competency, informed consent, and legal responsibility.

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  • Review Fee $800/hr

    This expert earned his BA in Chemistry from Washington University and a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. After receiving his PhD, he earned his MD from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. The expert completed his residency in Neurological Surgery at the Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Saint Louis Children's Hospital in association with the Washington University School of Medicine, and he went on to complete several prestigious fellowships. These fellowships focused in Spinal Surgery, Neuroscience/Neurosurgery, Biomedical Engineering, and Neurobiology. He is also active in his field as a member of numerous medical societies including the Joint Spine Section, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the North American Spine Society and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. In addition, he has published over 40 journal articles, been invited to present at numerous conferences regarding Neurosurgery and holds 3 patents. The expert currently holds the position of Assistant Professor in Neurosurgery at a medical school in Missouri.

    Assistant Professor, A Medical School in MO

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    St. Louis,

    Missouri

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  • Review Fee $300/hr
    Deposition Fee $300/hr
    Court Fee $300/hr

    This qualified expert earned her BSN from Saint Louis University School of Nursing and is a licensed registered nurse in the state of Missouri. She is certified in basic life support, advanced cardiac life support, and the NIH stroke scale. She stays current in her field as a member of the Neurocritical Care Society, author of two peer reviewed journal articles, and as a coordinator for numerous governmental and non-governmental sponsored studies and trials. This expert formerly served as a staff nurse, acting charge nurse, and wound care nurse at Barnes Jewish Hospital. She currently is a research nurse coordinator for the division of neurocritical care in the department of neurology at a top US medical school.

    Research Nurse Coordinator, A university-affiliated medical center in MO

    Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Saint Louis University

    Kirkwood,

    Missouri

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  • Review Fee

    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

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  • Review Fee $400/hr
    Deposition Fee $500/hr
    Court Fee $500/hr

    This highly qualified expert has years of experience in the field of neuropharmacology. He received his PhD degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and completed his fellowship training at Harvard University. He is a member of various professional associations, including the American Society of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics and the American Chemical Society. He has published 250+ peer reviewed journal articles and has 51+ US issued patents that focus particularly on neurological studies. He also serves as the editor-in-chief for ACS Chemical Neuroscience, lectures both nationally and internationally and has received multiple honors for his outstanding work, including the John J. Abel award in pharmacology. He is the former co-director of the Synthesis Facility at the Vanderbilt Institute of Chemical Biology and the former senior organic chemist at Eli Lilly & Co. Currently, he is a professor of pharmacology and chemistry at a major university, where he is also the director of medicinal chemistry and DMPK at the Center for Neuroscience Drug Discovery. Additionally, he is the director of drug discovery at a major science institute in Tennessee.

    Director, Major Science Institute

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of California Santa Barbara

    Tennessee

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  • Review Fee $375/hr
    Deposition Fee $375/hr
    Court Fee $375/hr

    This highly qualified and board certified expert received his M.S and PhD in Clinical Psychology at the University of Tulsa. He completed his clinical internship at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, followed by a neuropsychology specialty fellowship at the Memphis VA Medical Center. This expert is is board-certified in clinical neuropsychology through the American Board of Clinical Neuropsychology. He is also a member of several professional organizations including the International Neuropsychological Society, American Psychological Association, and Sports Neuropsychology Society. He is actively involved in research, most recently in studying the effects of sports concussion with a multidisciplinary team from a major TN University. Currently, this expert is an attending Neuropsychlogist at a large multidisciplinary brain and spine physician clinic and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at a major TN University.

    Consultant, Several Athletic Teams in TN

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Tulsa

    Memphis,

    Tennessee

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  • Review Fee $300/hr
    Deposition Fee $300/hr
    Court Fee $300/hr

    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

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  • Review Fee $500/hr
    Deposition Fee $500/hr
    Court Fee $500/hr

    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

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What Can a Dementia Expert Witness Opine On?

Cognitive Assessment

Evaluate mental functions and memory.

Medication Management

Administer and adjust medications appropriately.

Behavioral Interventions

Implement strategies to manage behaviors.

Caregiver Training

Educate caregivers on effective support.

Supportive Therapy

Provide counseling for emotional support.

Routine Monitoring

Regularly assess patient condition changes.

FAQs for Dementia Expert Witnesses

What is a dementia expert witness?

A dementia expert witness is a medical or neuropsychology specialist who explains dementia in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, giving reports, testifying, and clarifying cognitive issues.

What types of cases may benefit from the insight of a dementia expert witness?

A dementia expert witness supports cases involving capacity disputes, undue influence, financial exploitation, testamentary capacity, medical negligence, guardianship, and elder abuse.

How can a dementia expert witness assess testamentary capacity?

A dementia expert witness assesses testamentary capacity by reviewing medical records, conducting cognitive evaluations, and linking dementia symptoms to the person’s decision‑making abilities.

What dementia expert witness qualifications are most critical?

The most critical dementia expert witness qualifications are board-certified neurology or geriatrics training, extensive dementia diagnosis experience, and a strong record of courtroom testimony.

How does a dementia expert witness evaluate reliability of witness statements?

A dementia expert witness evaluates reliability of witness statements by assessing cognitive function, memory capacity, consistency, medical records, and context of the person’s condition.

What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting dementia 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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