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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
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
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
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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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.
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