Foot Surgery Expert Witnesses

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Foot Surgery expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including orthopedic surgery, podiatry, sports medicine, and rehabilitation. Some of the most common specialties include diabetic foot care, trauma, reconstructive surgery, nerve injuries, and postoperative complications. They can opine on the effects of surgical errors, delayed diagnosis, improper aftercare, disability, and long-term functional limitations.

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Average Foot Surgery Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$700/hr

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  • This expert is a board certified podiatric surgeon. He has over 30 years of experience in foot surgery and performs procedures such as the one described in the legal case in question. Currently this physician practices at a major university medical center, has attending physician responsibilities, and also lectures to medical students on various topics in podiatry.

    Adjunct Faculty, New York College of Podiatric Medicine

    Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), New York College of Podiatric Medicine

    New Jersey

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  • Review Fee $250/hr
    Deposition Fee $750/hr

    This highly qualified Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery received his medical degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch. He completed a residency in General Orthopedics at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center and subsequent Fellowship training in Foot and Ankle Surgery. This expert is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. He is a member of both the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society. He received the Safe Surgeon Award from UMC Health System in recognition of his clinical acumen. This expert has published 9 peer-reviewed journal articles in publications such as Foot and Ankle International. He works at a Level 1 Trauma center.

    Associate Program Director, A medical school in TX

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston

    Lubbock,

    Texas

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  • Review Fee $750/hr

    This double board certified expert has been practicing for nearly 20 years. Fellowship trained in Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery as well as Peripheral Nerve Surgery, he has been awarded the honor of Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and is a Medical Consultant for the ATP Professional Men's Tennis Tour. He is extensively published and is Editor Emeritus of the international medical journal "Foot and Ankle Specialist", while he is currently a member of the Editorial Board for "Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery" and the "Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery". This expert is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery in the Division of Podiatric Surgery at a major medical university, as well as the Chief of Podiatric Surgery at his institution's affiliated medical center. He is also the Co-Director of a foot and ankle specialty group practice with 8 locations throughout Southern California.

    Co-Director

    Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), California College of Podiatric Medicine

    Santa Monica,

    California

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  • Review Fee $900/hr
    Deposition Fee $900/hr

    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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  • Review Fee $700/hr
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    This highly qualified Podiatrist is board certified in Foot Surgery. He completed two residencies in both medical and surgical Podiatry. he completed intensive training in in peripheral nerve surgery. He is member of several professional organizations including the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. This expert has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and is often invited to lecture as a guest speaker at engagements around the United States. He is highly active in the research community having completed multiple clinical trials. He is currently an Associate Professor at a podiatry school, Co-Director of Limb Preservation at a major hospital and enjoys hospital privileges at five regional hospitals.

    Podiatrist, Several California Hospitals

    Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), California College of Podiatric Medicine

    San Francisco,

    California

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  • Review Fee $450/hr
    Deposition Fee $750/hr
    Court Fee

    This expert is board certified in surgery of the foot and ankle. He specializes in the foot and ankle with soft tissue up to the tibial tuberosity, and is a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. He has also assumed high ranking clinical positions in major healthcare centers in Texas.

    Physician, A medical group in TX

    Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), New York College of Podiatric Medicine

    Palm Desert,

    Texas

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  • Review Fee $350/hr
    Deposition Fee $400/hr
    Court Fee $500/hr

    This qualified expert has 30 years of experience as a podiatrist. He received a B.S. from Michigan State University and a D.P.M., from the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine. He also finished a Medical-Surgical Residency at Detroit Central Hospital and is board certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. A Fellow of the International College of Podiatric Laser Surgery, he has worked on the medical staff of various hospitals including North Oakland Medical Center and St. John Macomb Hospital. He currently works as a Podiatrist at a footcare center.

    Residency Program Director, North Detroit General Hospital

    Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine

    Pontiac,

    Michigan

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  • Review Fee $550/hr

    This qualified expert earned his BS and MS at the University of Southern California and his MD at the Georgetown School of Medicine; he completed a general surgery internship at the University of California at Los Angeles, an orthopedic surgery residency at the Tulane University School of Medicine, and a foot & ankle surgery fellowship at the Miller Orthopaedic Clinic. This expert's expertise is highlighted by his 20+ published peer-reviewed journal articles and his extensive experience as course faculty giving over 200 presentations worldwide. He is the Founder of a Foot and Ankle Institute and the Director of an Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Fellowship. Additionally, he is orthopaedic consultant for a Nevada collegiate sports program, taking care of all their athletes over the past 10 years. He is also involved with medical school training of students and residence in orthopedic surgery.

    Team Physician, University Sports Program in NV

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Henderson,

    Nevada

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  • Review Fee $200/hr
    Deposition Fee $350/hr
    Court Fee

    This podiatry and wound care expert graduated cum laude from the University of Florida with a BS in physiology and kinesiology before earning his DPM from Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine. He subsequently completed an internship in orthopedics and rehabilitation at the University or Florida and residencies in podiatric medicine and surgery, as well as reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery at Jackson North Medical Center and Cedars Sinai Medical Center. This expert is board certified in podiatric medicine and wound management. Additionally, he is certified in hyperbaric medicine and licensed as a fluoroscopy supervisor and operator. He is active in his field as a member of the American Podiatric Medicine Association and the American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine. He is also active in research, having authored multiple scientific papers and presented on wound care techniques. Currently, this expert runs a private practice in California and serves as a staff podiatrist at a medical center.

    Owner and Podiatrist, A private practice in CA

    Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), Barry University

    Los Angeles,

    California

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  • Review Fee $350/hr

    This expert is a well qualified and experienced pharmacy director. He completed his BS in pharmacy at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and his DPM at New York College of Podiatric Medicine. He also completed a residency in podiatric orthopedics at the Boston VA Medical Center. He is board certified in podiatry and pharmacy. He is active in the field as a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and the American Society of Hospital Pharmacy among others. He previously served as the pharmacy director for Hubbard Regional Hospital, Forest Park Medical Center, and North Central Surgical Center. He also was a staff pharmacist for Baylor University, Baylor Scott & White, and was a clinical emergency pharmacist for pediatrics at the Children’s Medical Center of Dallas. He currently is the pharmacy director for a medical center in Texas.

    Pharmacist, A pharmacy in ME

    Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), New York College of Podiatric Medicine

    Ellsworth,

    Texas

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Related Specialties

What Can a Foot Surgery Expert Witness Opine On?

Bunionectomy

Removal of bunion deformity on foot.

Hammertoe Repair

Correction of bent toe joints.

Achilles Tendon Repair

Reconstruction of the Achilles tendon.

Plantar Fasciitis Release

Relief of heel pain by tissue release.

Ankle Fusion

Joining bones in the ankle joint.

Foot and Ankle Arthroscopy

Minimally invasive joint examination and treatment.

FAQs for Foot Surgery Expert Witnesses

What is a foot surgery expert witness?

A foot surgery expert witness is a podiatric or orthopedic surgeon who explains foot and ankle procedures and standards of care. They assist by reviewing medical records, offering opinions, and testifying to clarify complex surgical issues.

What types of cases can a foot surgery expert witness opine on?

A foot-surgery expert witness opines on malpractice, surgical errors, podiatric negligence, foot and ankle injuries, post-op complications, standard of care, and causation.

How can a foot surgery expert witness support causation analysis in a malpractice claim?

A foot surgery expert witness supports causation analysis by linking surgical actions or omissions to the patient’s foot injury, complications, and resulting damages in a malpractice claim.

What credentials qualify a foot surgery expert witness to testify on standard of care?

A foot surgery expert witness is typically a board-certified podiatric or orthopedic surgeon with specialized foot surgery training, active clinical practice, and prior medico-legal experience.

How does a foot surgery expert witness evaluate surgical technique deviations in litigation?

A foot surgery expert witness evaluates surgical technique deviations by comparing the surgeon’s actions to accepted podiatric standards, guidelines, records, and peer practices.

What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting foot surgery 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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