Hand Surgery Expert Witnesses in Kansas

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Hand Surgery expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including orthopedic surgery, plastic surgery, and microsurgery. Some of the most common specialties include tendon repair, nerve injury, carpal tunnel, trauma, and reconstructive surgery. They can opine on the effects of surgical technique, standard of care, disability, causation, and long-term functional impairment.

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Average Hand Surgery Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$825/hr

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  1. DOT Examination Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $350/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $450/hr
    Court Fee
    $650/hr

    This board certified family medicine practitioner earned his BA and MD from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. He belongs to a number of prestigious medical societies, including the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Association of Medical Review Officers, and the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. This expert is also a supremely experienced medical examiner, having performed more than 30,000 DOT exams since 2009. He is currently a physician and medical director in private practice servicing a nationwide trucking company.

    Medical Director, A private practice in MO

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Medicine

    Springfield,

    Missouri

  2. Nursing Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $125/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $125/hr

    This certified operating room nurse currently practices at an orthopedics-focused institution, and has served in operating room nursing positions across the nation for more than 20 years. His clinical focus on orthopedics in the OR setting make him qualified to perform this review.

    Operating Room Nurse, Major Regional Orthopedic Healthcare Center

    Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Oklahoma City University

    Oklahoma City,

    Oklahoma

  3. Orthopedic Oncology & Orthopaedic Infections Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $600/hr
    Deposition Fee
    Court Fee

    This highly qualified expert earned his MD from the University of Pretoria and completed his Orthopedic Surgery residency at Pretoria Academic Hospital and Kalafong Hospital. He then went on to complete a fellowship in Orthopedic Oncology at the University of Florida and a fellowship in Tumor Surgery and Tissue Banking at Cornell University. He is Board Equivalent Certified in Orthopedic Surgery. This expert has published over 60 peer-reviewed journal articles and has Co-authored 12 books and manuscripts. He is a reviewer for several national and international journals such as, The Orthopedic Review Journal, the Journal of Bone Surgery ,Current Oncology, and the SA Orthopedic Journal. This expert currently serves as Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Director of the Musculoskeletal Tumor Unit at a major university affiliated medical center.

    Director, Major University Affiliated Medical Center

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Pretoria

    Aurora,

    Colorado

  4. Neurosurgery Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $800/hr

    This expert earned his BA in Chemistry from Washington University and a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. After receiving his PhD, he earned his MD from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. The expert completed his residency in Neurological Surgery at the Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Saint Louis Children's Hospital in association with the Washington University School of Medicine, and he went on to complete several prestigious fellowships. These fellowships focused in Spinal Surgery, Neuroscience/Neurosurgery, Biomedical Engineering, and Neurobiology. He is also active in his field as a member of numerous medical societies including the Joint Spine Section, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the North American Spine Society and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. In addition, he has published over 40 journal articles, been invited to present at numerous conferences regarding Neurosurgery and holds 3 patents. The expert currently holds the position of Assistant Professor in Neurosurgery at a medical school in Missouri.

    Assistant Professor, A Medical School in MO

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    St. Louis,

    Missouri

What Can a Hand Surgery Expert Witness Opine On?

Carpal Tunnel Release

Relieves pressure on the median nerve.

Trigger Finger Release

Eases stiffness in the finger tendons.

Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery

Corrects hand deformities from thickened tissue.

Tendon Repair

Rejoins severed tendons for function restoration.

Fracture Fixation

Stabilizes broken bones in the hand.

Skin Grafting

Covers wounds with healthy skin tissue.

FAQs for Hand Surgery Expert Witnesses

What is a hand surgery expert witness?

A hand surgery expert witness is a specialized hand surgeon who provides medical expertise in legal cases. They assist by reviewing medical records, offering opinions, and testifying to clarify complex hand injury issues.

In what types of cases can a hand surgery expert witness provide valuable insight?

A hand surgery expert witness provides insight in trauma, fractures, tendon/nerve injuries, carpal tunnel, arthritis, workplace accidents, malpractice, and reconstructive surgery cases.

How can a hand surgery expert witness strengthen causation analysis in a malpractice claim?

A hand surgery expert witness strengthens causation analysis by linking specific surgical decisions and technique to the patient’s injury using medical records, standards of care, and biomechanics.

What specific training qualifies a hand surgery expert witness to opine on standard of care deviations?

A hand surgery expert witness is qualified by board certification, fellowship training in hand surgery, and substantial clinical and surgical experience with similar cases.

How does a hand surgery expert witness evaluate permanency and functional impairment for damages assessment?

A hand surgery expert witness evaluates permanency and functional impairment by using medical exams, imaging, standardized impairment ratings, and work/ADL impact to quantify damages.

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