Plastic Surgery Expert Witness
Plastic Surgery Expert Witness
Director of the Breast and Cosmetic Surgery Program, A University Affiliated Medical Center
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of British Columbia
St. Louis,
Missouri
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Average General Surgery Expert Witnesses Court Fees
$550/hr
Review Fee
$725/hr
Deposition Fee
$975/hr
Court Fee
Director of the Breast and Cosmetic Surgery Program, A University Affiliated Medical Center
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of British Columbia
St. Louis,
Missouri
Professor, A Major Medical University
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Michigan
St Louis,
Missouri
Professor, A University in MO
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Brigham Young University
Rolla,
Missouri
Ranch Manager, A livestock ranch in MO
Bachelor of Science (BS), Southwest Baptist University
Lockwood,
Missouri
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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.
What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting general 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.