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This highly qualified expert is board certified in orthopedic surgery and has been practicing for 7+ years. He completed his internship and residency trainings in orthopedic surgery at the University of Pennsylvania, where he also concluded a fellowship focusing on foot and ankle surgery. He is the founder and president of the Research Triangle Park Orthopedic Society and a fellow at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. He is also a member of various other professional associations, including the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society and the North Carolina Orthopaedic Association. He has published 80+ peer-reviewed journal articles and serves in the editorial board of the Techniques in Foot and Ankle Surgery journal. He lectures both nationally and internationally and was listed as one of North Carolina's "Best Doctors" on 6 years. He is the former director of orthopedic research at the University of North Carolina and a current associate professor of orthopedic surgery at a major university.
Professor, A medical school in PA
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Boston University
Lawrence Township,
North Carolina
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What Can a Foot and Ankle Expert Witness Opine On?
Ankle Arthroscopy
Minimally invasive joint surgery.
Achilles Tendon Repair
Surgical correction of tendon injuries.
Foot Fusion Surgery
Joining bones to reduce pain.
Bunionectomy
Removal of bunions for pain relief.
Plantar Fasciitis Release
Relieving heel pain through surgery.
Lateral Ankle Stabilization
Repairing weakened ankle ligaments.
FAQs for Foot and Ankle Expert Witnesses
What is a foot and ankle expert witness?
A foot and ankle expert witness is a medical specialist who evaluates injuries and treatment involving the foot and ankle. They assist by reviewing records, offering opinions, and testifying to clarify complex podiatry issues.
What types of cases may benefit from the expertise of a foot and ankle specialist as an expert witness?
A foot and ankle expert witness handles personal injury, slip-and-fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries, sports injuries, fractures, deformities, and surgical complication cases.
How can a foot and ankle expert witness strengthen causation analysis?
A foot and ankle expert witness strengthens causation analysis by linking specific injuries to medical evidence, biomechanics, and incident details to show how and why they occurred.
What credentials should a foot and ankle expert witness possess?
A foot and ankle expert witness should be a board-certified podiatrist or orthopedic surgeon with specialized foot and ankle training, clinical experience, and prior medico-legal testimony.
How does a foot and ankle expert witness evaluate long-term impairment?
A foot and ankle expert witness evaluates long-term impairment by reviewing records, imaging, exams, and function to rate permanent loss using accepted medical-legal guidelines.
What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting foot and ankle expert witnesses?
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