Hand Surgery Expert Witnesses in South Carolina

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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. Plastic Surgery & Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $500/hr

    This qualified and board certified expert has over 25 years of experience in Plastic Surgery and Hand Surgery. He holds a M.D. from the Djuro Pucar Stari University in Bosnia and finished a residency in Plastic Surgery at the Medical College of Georgia. He also finished fellowship in Upper Extremity Surgery and Microsurgery at the Christine Kleinert Institute. His interests include Brachial Plexus and Peripheral Nerve Surgery. He currently serves as Assistant Professor and Director of Hand and Upper Extremity Service at a top tier university.

    Director of Hand and Upper Extremity Service, Medical University in Georgia

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Djuro Pucar Stari University of Banja Luka

    Augusta,

    Georgia

  2. Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $750/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $750/hr

    This board-certified orthopaedic surgeon completed his M.D. at a top medical university, and completed his residency and fellowship at prestigious university medical centers. This expert is a member of numerous orthopaedic associations, and is a well published and reputable orthopaedic surgeon. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at a top university medical center.

    Assistant Professor, A top university medical center

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), George Washington University School of Medicine

    Chapel Hill,

    North Carolina

  3. Orthopedic Surgery Foot & Ankle Surgery Expert Witness

    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

  4. Physical Medicine & Pain Management Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $495/hr

    This fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine specializes in conservative, non-surgical care of orthopaedic injuries, including the spine and extremities, with emphasis on spine rehabilitation, functional restoration, pain management, and ergonomic modifications. He is also extensively published in his field, and has been involved with numerous research projects. Finally, he is a national speaker on topics in rehabilitation medicine.

    Clinical Assistant Professor, A Medicine College in PA

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

    Coral Gables,

    Georgia

  5. Hand Surgery Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $350/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $600/hr
    Court Fee

    This highly qualified expert has over ten years of experience in hand surgery. He earned his BS in biology from University of Michigan and his MD from Howard University College of Medicine. He completed a residency in general surgery at the Graduate Hospital at Drexel University and a fellowship in hand and microvascular surgery at University of Louisville and the Kleinert Kutz Hand Care Center. This expert is board certified in general surgery and hand surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He has presented at various universities on topics in surgery and is a member of the American Medical Association. Formerly, he sered as a hand surgeon and chief of staff at Allied Orthopedics and Hand DFW and a hand surgeon and medical director at Elite Ortho and Spine/and Surgery. He also was previously a hand surgeon at Texas General Hospital. Currently, this expert is a staff hand surgeon at a level two trauma center in Georgia and a hand surgeon at a group hand surgery practice.

    Adjunct Professor, A Medical School in GA

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Howard University College of Medicine

    Atlanta,

    Georgia

  6. Nursing Operating Room Orthopedics Expert Witness

    This highly qualified nursing expert has extensive professional experience. She earned her BS in nursing from Lenoir-Rhyne College. In 2007, she was awarded "Travel Nurse of the Year." Previously, she has served as a staff nurse at Frye Regional Medical Center, and as a travel nurse at Holy Cross Hospital, Newman West, Redmond Regional Hospital, Emory University Hospital, North Fulton Regional Hospital, and Northside Hospital. Currently, this expert is a staff nurse at a top GA hospital.

    Staff Nurse, A Top GA Hospital

    Bachelor of Science (BS), Lenoir-Rhyne College

    Georgia

  7. Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $800/hr
    Deposition Fee

    This qualified orthopedic trauma surgery expert earned his BS in human physiology from Boston University, his MPH with a concentration in family & community health from Harvard University, and his MD from Boston University. He completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Rochester Medical Center and a fellowship in orthopaedic traumatology at Grant Medical Center in Ohio. He is board-certified in orthopedic surgery and is active in his field as a member of organizations such as the Orthopaedic Trauma Association and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. This expert formerly served as an orthopedic trauma surgeon for the Mayo Clinic Health System and is currently an orthopedic trauma and reconstructive surgeon for a health system in Georgia.

    Vice Chief, A health system in GA

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Boston University

    Athens,

    Georgia

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.

What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting hand surgery expert witnesses?

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