We’ll help you retain an industry-leading Foot Drop expert
Average Foot Drop Expert Witnesses Court Fees
Review Fee
Deposition Fee
Court Fee
This highly qualified expert obtained her MD from University of Kentucky. She completed her residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Pittsburgh, and then did a fellowship in Spinal Cord Injury Medicine at the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation. She is a member of numerous prestigious societies such as the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the Academy of Spinal Cord Injury Professionals. She has published 18 peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and book chapters. She has lectured nationally on various topics related to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She has received multiple honors and awards such as being named among the Best Doctors in America as well as a Teaching Excellence Award. She is a reviewer for very well-respected journals such as the American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She is currently the Residency Program Director, the Medical Director of Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Program, and an Associate Professor in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at a major medical university.
Affiliate Associate Professor, A Medical School in SC
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Kentucky
Mount Pleasant,
South Carolina
This qualified expert received her BS in nursing from Georgia Southern University and is a certified neuroscience registered nurse. She has almost 10 years of experience at an academic medical center as a preceptor, instructor, and as clinical staff. She is also a certified ELNEC (End of Life Nursing Education Consortium) nurse and co-wrote her intensive care unit's policy on care of the neuro-trauma patient. She stays active in her field as a member of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses.
Mount Pleasant,
South Carolina
This highly qualified nursing expert has over 15 years experience in the specialty of Neurosurgery. She holds two degrees in nursing as well as a Masters in Health Services Administration which has allowed her to practice in key leadership roles within the Neurosurgery Operating Room setting. She is a member of the Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses and the American Nurses Association, as well as multiple key committees at the hospital where she currently practices. She boasts an impressive employment history having served as Neurosurgery Operating Room manager at the prestigious Vanderbilt University Medical Center and a Johns Hopkins hospital. She is currently the Neurosurgery Nurse Manager at an 874- bed general medical and surgical teaching hospital which averages 17,582 annual inpatient and 14,527 outpatient surgeries in 33 Operating Rooms. She manages 32 full time employees including clinical supervisors, registered nurses, Scrub techs, and instrument specialists.
Neurosurgery Nurse Manager, A Major Medical Center
Master of Science (MS), Strayer University
Charlotte,
North Carolina
This Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at a prominent southern university is also the director of a molecular Neuro-Oncology laboratory and the chief of Neurosurgery at a major Veteran's Administration medical center in the Southeast. He attended medical school at Johns Hopkins University, earning MD, PhD, and MPH degrees. He pursued his neurosurgical residency training at Duke University, where he also completed an MHSc program. His primary clinical interest has been caring for patients with one of the most malignant primary brain tumors, glioblastoma multiforme (GBM). In addition to his clinical and research interests in malignant brain tumors, he has remained very active in the education of medical students, neurosurgery residents/fellows, and young neurosurgeons. Throughout his career, he has also maintained a very active clinical and administrative role in the healthcare of veterans with neurosurgical conditions.
Associate Professor, A Top University in GA
Master of Health Science (MHS), Duke University
Macon,
Georgia
Related Specialties
Find Foot Drop Expert Witnesses In:
Alabama
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Vermont
Virginia
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
What Can a Foot Drop Expert Witness Opine On?
Ankle Foot Orthosis Fitting
Applying a supportive device for mobility.
Nerve Decompression Surgery
Relieving pressure on affected nerves.
Tendon Transfer Surgery
Re-routing tendons to restore function.
Physical Therapy
Rehabilitation exercises to improve strength.
Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation
Using electrical impulses to stimulate muscles.
Surgical Correction of Ankle
Repairing deformities in the ankle joint.
FAQs for Foot Drop Expert Witnesses
What is a foot drop expert witness?
A foot drop expert witness is a medical specialist who explains causes, diagnosis, and standards of care for foot drop in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, giving opinions, and testifying to clarify complex medical issues.
What types of cases may benefit from the insights of a foot drop expert witness?
A foot drop expert witness supports medical malpractice, orthopedic, neurology, spinal injury, nerve damage, surgical error, rehabilitation, and disability litigation cases.
How can a foot drop expert witness support causation analysis in malpractice litigation?
A foot drop expert witness supports causation analysis by linking medical records, timing of symptoms, and standard-of-care breaches to the onset and severity of foot drop.
What specific credentials should counsel seek in a foot drop expert witness?
Counsel should seek a foot drop expert witness with board-certified neurology or orthopedic credentials, relevant surgical or diagnostic experience, and prior medico-legal testimony.
How does a foot drop expert witness evaluate alleged deviation from standard of care?
A foot drop expert witness evaluates deviation from standard of care by reviewing records, exam findings, timelines, and guidelines to assess whether diagnosis and treatment met accepted norms.
What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting foot drop 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.