Foot and Ankle Expert Witnesses in New York

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Foot and ankle expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including orthopedic surgery, podiatry, sports medicine, physical therapy, and occupational medicine. Some of the most common foot and ankle expert witness specialties also include trauma surgery, pediatric orthopedics, rheumatology, and biomechanics. They can opine on the effects of surgical errors, slip-and-fall injuries, sports-related injuries, workplace accidents, and improper footwear.

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Dr Michael Joseph TrepalView profile

ID: 63075

Dr. Michael Trepal, DPM, FACFAS

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New York

Dr. Michael J. Trepal has over 40 years of experience in the field of Podiatry with a focus on Foot and Ankle Surgery. He earned his BA from Queens College, City University of New York and his DPM from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed his Podiatric Surgery residency at New York College of Podiatric Medicine. Today, this expert is board-certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery...

Dr John Martin FederView profile

ID: 545498

Dr. John Feder, MD

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New York

Dr. John M. Feder has over 29 years of experience in Orthopedic Surgery with a specialization in Foot and Ankle Surgery. He earned his BA from the University of Pennsylvania and his MD from New York Medical College. He completed two residencies, one in Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, and another in Orthopedic Surgery at Montefiore Medical Center. He then...

Dr Jessica Blair GallinaView profile

ID: 74734

Dr. Jessica Gallina, MD

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New York

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New Jersey

Dr. Jessica B. Gallina has 19 years of experience in the field of Orthopaedic Surgery with expertise in Foot and Ankle Surgery. She earned her BA in Chemistry from Williams College and her MD from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. After completing her residency in Orthopedics at Mount Sinai Hospital, she went on to complete two fellowships in Diabetic Foot Surgery at MedStar Union Memorial...

David John Pochatko, MDView profile

ID: 1210414

Dr. David Pochatko, MD

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New York

Dr. David John Pochatko has 28 years of experience in the field of Orthopedic Surgery. He earned his BS from Canisius College and his MD from Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University at Buffalo. After completing his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Missouri Health Care, he went on to complete a fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery at Emory University...

Foot and Ankle Expert Witness FAQs

A foot and ankle expert witness provides specialized knowledge in cases involving injuries, surgeries, or conditions related to the foot and ankle. They can clarify medical facts, explain treatment protocols, and assess standard of care issues.

Cases that may require a foot and ankle expert include personal injury claims, medical malpractice suits, workers' compensation disputes, or any case where foot and ankle health is a factor.

Yes, there are several subspecialties including podiatry, orthopedic surgery with a focus on the foot and ankle, sports medicine, diabetic foot care, and pediatric foot care.

An expert can review medical records, evaluate whether the surgeon met the standard of care, provide insight into potential causes of complications, and testify on these matters in court.

Such an expert can offer insights into sport-specific risks, injury prevention strategies, appropriate treatments for athletes' injuries, rehabilitation protocols, and return-to-play criteria.

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