General Surgery Expert Witnesses in Missouri

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General Surgery expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including trauma, oncology, bariatric, and minimally invasive surgery. Some of the most common specialties include colorectal surgery, hepatobiliary surgery, endocrine surgery, and surgical critical care. They can opine on the effects of surgical errors, delayed diagnosis, perioperative management, and postoperative complications.

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Average General Surgery Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$550/hr

Review Fee

$725/hr

Deposition Fee

$975/hr

Court Fee

General Surgery Experts in Missouri

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  1. Plastic Surgery Expert Witness

    This board certified plastic surgeon has been practicing for over 10 years. He is the Director of Breast and Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the Director of the breast plastic surgery fellowship at his current institution, and has given nationally invited lectures on the topic. Furthermore, he is widely published in the plastic surgery space with numerous peer-reviewed journal articles in highly regarded medical journals. He frequently performs breast plastic surgery.

    Director of the Breast and Cosmetic Surgery Program, A University Affiliated Medical Center

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of British Columbia

    St. Louis,

    Missouri

  2. Cardiothoracic Surgery Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $350/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $500/hr

    This highly qualified expert obtained his BS in Cellular and Molecular Biology as well as his MD from the University of Michigan. He then completed a residency in General Surgery and one in Cardiothoracic Surgery from University of Kentucky Hospital and Medical College of Virginia Hospitals, respectively. He is a fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians and American College of Surgeons. He has published 21 peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and book chapters. He is currently the Director of a major medical school-affiliated hospital as well as a Professor of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at a major medical university.

    Professor, A Major Medical University

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Michigan

    St Louis,

    Missouri

  3. Industrial Flare Design & Operation Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $175/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $250/hr
    Court Fee
    $250/hr

    This highly qualified expert has over 25 years of experience in the chemical and petrochemical industries. He earned his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Brigham Young University. The expert has worked in academic roles throughout his career, including adjunct professor roles at the University of Michigan and the University of Utah. He has also been very active in industrial positions and held research roles with Dow Chemical Company and John Zink Company, among others. The expert has published 45+ papers, has authored 5+ book chapters, and holds 8 patents. He is an active industry consultant and currently serves as a Professor of Chemical & Nuclear Engineering for a university in Missouri.

    Professor, A University in MO

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Brigham Young University

    Rolla,

    Missouri

  4. Railroad Operation Expert Witness

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

    This qualified expert has over a decade of experience in his field. He received his BS in business administration with a concentration in management from Southwest Baptist University. He has held a multitude of roles in the railroad industry, including terminal trainmaster, director of administration, terminal manager and most recently superintendent of operations. This expert lead a team of over 300 train, yard, and engine employees to multiple extended human factor incident and injury free streaks. He is currently the ranch manager of a family-owned ranch in Missouri and consultant on railroad operations.

    Ranch Manager, A livestock ranch in MO

    Bachelor of Science (BS), Southwest Baptist University

    Lockwood,

    Missouri

What Can a General Surgery Expert Witness Opine On?

Appendectomy

Removal of the appendix due to appendicitis.

Cholecystectomy

Surgical removal of the gallbladder.

Hernia Repair

Correction of an inguinal or abdominal hernia.

Bowel Resection

Removal of a diseased section of the intestine.

Mastectomy

Surgical removal of breast tissue.

Gastric Bypass

Weight-loss surgery altering the stomach.

FAQs for General Surgery Expert Witnesses

What is a general surgery expert witness?

A general surgery expert witness is a board-certified surgeon who provides specialized medical opinions in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, giving expert reports, testifying in court, and clarifying surgical standards of care.

In what case types can a general surgery expert witness provide valuable assistance?

A general surgery expert witness assists in medical malpractice, surgical error, misdiagnosis, postoperative complication, standard-of-care, and wrongful death litigation cases.

How can a general surgery expert witness assess adherence to the surgical standard of care?

A general surgery expert witness assesses adherence to the surgical standard of care by reviewing records, guidelines, expert testimony, and comparing actions to accepted surgical practices.

What qualifications should counsel look for in a general surgery expert witness?

Counsel should seek a general surgery expert witness with board certification, current clinical practice, academic or teaching roles, and prior medico-legal testimony experience.

How does a general surgery expert witness evaluate alleged intraoperative complications?

A general surgery expert witness evaluates alleged intraoperative complications by reviewing records, operative reports, standards of care, and outcomes to assess if actions were reasonable.

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