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Eye expert witnesses specialize in a variety of fields, including ophthalmology, optometry, vision science, neuro-ophthalmology, and pediatric ophthalmology. Some of the most common specialties among eye expert witnesses also include glaucoma management, retinal diseases, corneal disorders, ocular trauma, and cataract surgery. They have provided opinions on the effects of medical malpractice, personal injury cases involving eye damage, visual impairment assessments, complications from eye surgeries, and the impact of various diseases on vision.

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Dr William Bennett TrattlerView profile

ID: 745338

Dr. William Trattler, MD

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Florida

Dr. William Trattler has 26 years of experience in the field of Ophthalmology. He earned his BA in Biology from Dartmouth College and his MD from the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine. After completing his residency in Ophthalmology at Scheie Eye Institute Penn Presbyterian, he went on to complete a fellowship in Cornea, External Diseases, and Cataract/Refractive Surgery at...

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E-001732

Ophthalmology Expert Witness

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Rhode Island

The expert is an actively-practicing, board-certified ophthalmologist who holds an active practice caring for patients with dislocated cataracts, diabetes, trauma and retinal detachments. He is associate retinal ophthalmology staff at his current institution as well as a member of several prestigious ophthalmology professional societies.

Dr Robert I AppelView profile

ID: 554911

Dr. Robert Appel, MD

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New York

Dr. Robert I. Appel has 46 years of experience in the field of Ophthalmology. He earned his MD from Joan & Sanford I. Weill Medical College of Cornell University. He completed both his internship in Internal Medicine and his residency in Ophthalmology through the BMC Health System. Today, this expert is board-certified in Ophthalmology. Formerly, this expert served as a Senior Medical Officer at...

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E-002437

Ophthalmology Expert Witness

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Georgia

This board certified and fellowship trained ophthalmologist has additional certification in Corneal Disease and Surgery and LASIK Surgery. He has clinical ophthalmology practice experience spanning almost two decades.

Dr Dean J. EliottView profile

ID: 723955

Dr. Dean Eliott, MD, FASRS

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Massachusetts

Dr. Dean J. Eliott has 30 years of experience in the field of Ophthalmology. He earned his BS in Classical Studies and Zoology from Duke University and his MD from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. After completing his residency in Ophthalmology at Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute, he went on to complete a fellowship and residency in Vitreoretinal Surgery at Duke University Medical...

Retinal Surgery Expert WitnessView profile

E-005999

Retinal Surgery Expert Witness

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Kentucky

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...

Dr Nathan James AbrahamView profile

ID: 1162531

Dr. Nathan Abraham, MD

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California

Dr. Nathan J. Abraham has 6 years of experience in the field of Ophthalmology. He earned his BS in Biology from the University of California, Riverside, his MS in Microbiology from Loma Linda University, and his MD from Loma Linda University School of Medicine. After completing his residency in Ophthalmology at Howard University College of Medicine, he completed a Cornea fellowship at UCLA Stein...

Ophthalmology and Vitreoretinal Expert WitnessView profile

E-008237

Ophthalmology and Vitreoretinal Expert Witness

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Connecticut

This highly qualified expert currently serves as Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and Co-Director of Vitreo-Retina Service at a major medical university. He received a B.A. in Biochemistry from New York University and a M.D. from Johns Hopkins University. He also finished fellowships in Vitreo-Retinal Service and Ocular Immunology and Uveitis Service at Johns Hopkins Hospital and Harvard...

Dr Jay Lawrence SchwartzView profile

ID: 1770037

Dr. Jay Schwartz, DO

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Arizona

Dr. Jay L. Schwartz has over 25 years of experience in Ophthalmology. He earned his BS from Bates College and his DO from Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. After completing his residency in Ophthalmology at Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, he completed a Refractive Surgery fellowship under Dr. J. Charles Casebeer. Formerly, this expert...

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E-009451

Ophthalmology Expert Witness

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Texas

This highly qualified Ophthalmology expert received his medical degree from Boston University and completed his post-doctoral training at some of the most prestigious centers in the country including the Mayo Clinic. He completed a Fellowship at the prestigious Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology as well as a member...

Dr Gerald S. McGwinView profile

ID: 6032016

Dr. Gerald McGwin, MS, PhD

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Alabama

Dr. Gerald S. McGwin Jr. has 25 years of experience in the field of Epidemiology and he earned his BS in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Vermont, his MS in Health and Social Behavior from Harvard University, and his Ph.D. in Epidemiology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Formerly, this expert served as the Director of the Epidemiology PH.D. Program at the...

Ophthalmology Expert WitnessView profile

E-014907

Ophthalmology Expert Witness

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Iowa

This board certified ophthalmologist earned his MD at Baylor College of Medicine and completed fellowship training in both molecular ophthalmology and oculoplastic surgery. He is a member of numerous prestigious societies in the ophthalmology space, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Ophthalmalic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He is currently an...

Dr Shachar TauberView profile

ID: 1086708

Dr. Shachar Tauber, MD

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Missouri

Dr. Shachar Tauber has 28 years of experience in the field of Ophthalmology. He earned his BA in Biology from Washington University in St. Louis, and his MD from the Tulane University School of Medicine. After completing his residency in Ophthalmology at Tulane University School of Medicine, he went on to complete fellowships at St. George Vision Center, Centro Médico Docente La Trinidad, and...

Neuro-Ophthalmology Expert WitnessView profile

E-006021

Neuro-Ophthalmology Expert Witness

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New York

This extremely qualified neuro-ophthalmologist has obtained his medical educations and training at among the nation's finest medical institutions. He has been appointed to high ranking directorships and academic positions in neuro-ophthalmology throughout his 30+ year medical career. Finally, he is also a member of such prestigious professional societies as the American Academy of Ophthalmology...

Dr Jay Alan FleischmanView profile

ID: 457055

Dr. Jay Fleischman, MD

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Connecticut

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New York

Dr. Jay A. Fleischman has over 40 years of experience in Ophthalmology. He earned his BS in Applied Mathematics and Operations Research from Columbia University and his MD from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. After completing his residency in Ophthalmology at Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute, he completed a fellowship in Retinal/Vascular at Johns Hopkins Wilmer...

Ophthalmology and Diabetes Expert WitnessView profile

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Ophthalmology and Diabetes Expert Witness

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Illinois

This board certified ophthalmologist has been practicing medicine for over 10 years, holding top positions at an elite medical university. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists, with over 50 articles published in peer-reviewed journals. He is the former Chief of Vitreoretinal Services at Weiss Memorial Hospitals and is currently an...

Dr Frank Lewis BrodieView profile

ID: 127537

Dr. Frank Brodie, MD, MBA

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California

Dr. Frank L. Brodie has 2 years of experience in the field of Ophthalmology. He earned his BA in Political Science from Carleton College, his MD from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, and his MBA in Healthcare Management from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. After completing his residency in Ophthalmology at the UCSF School of Medicine, he went on...

Ophthalmology Expert WitnessView profile

E-008953

Ophthalmology Expert Witness

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Florida

This supremely qualified Ophthalmology expert received his medical degree from State University of New York before completing internship and residency at the prestigious Cornell University medical School. He received Fellowship training in Ocular Oncology, Neuroophthalmology and Vitreo-retinal Surgery from such highly regarded institutions as MD Anderson Cancer Center. He is board certified by...

Dr Nathan Matthew RadcliffeView profile

ID: 512912

Dr. Nathan Radcliffe, MD

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New York

Dr. Nathan M. Radcliffe has 16 years of experience in the field of Ophthalmology. He earned his BA in Psychology from Colby College and his MD from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. After completing his residency in Ophthalmology at Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital, he went on to complete his Glaucoma fellowship at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai....

Ophthalmology Expert WitnessView profile

E-009723

Ophthalmology Expert Witness

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Indiana

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Wisconsin

This expert graduated at the top 1% of his class at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. He has performed over 4000 cataract surgeries and is a reviewer for multiple prestigious journals including the American Journal of Ophthalmology and the Journal of Refractive Surgery. He is currently partaking in 2 fellowship programs at a major university medical center and is also a member of the...

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Eye Expert Witness FAQs

An eye expert witness provides specialized knowledge about ophthalmology, including vision care, eye diseases, and treatments. They can offer insights on medical malpractice, personal injury cases, or product liability issues related to eye care.

Cases involving misdiagnosis of eye conditions, surgical errors, complications from medication or devices used in eye care, workplace injuries affecting vision, or accidents causing eye damage may need an eye expert witness.

Yes, an eye expert witness can provide valuable insights into cases involving laser eye surgery. They can assess whether standard care was followed during the procedure and if any complications arose due to negligence.

Yes, there are several subspecialties in ophthalmology such as pediatric ophthalmology, glaucoma specialist, retina specialist etc. The type of case will determine which subspecialty is most relevant.

An eye expert witness can evaluate medical records, workplace safety protocols and accident reports to determine if proper precautions were taken and if the injury could have been prevented.

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