Hand Surgery Expert Witnesses in Wisconsin

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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. Physician Assistants & Orthopedics Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $200/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $300/hr

    This certified physician assistant has assumed numerous clinical and academic PA roles across the country throughout his 10+ year career, and is responsible for training and lecturing incoming physician assistant students. He is also a member of such prestigious professional societies as the American Academy of Physician Assistants, where he is also a distinguished fellow. His clinical focus is in orthopedic surgery.

    Clinical Instructor, University

    Master of Science (MS), University of Nebraska Medical Center

    Sun Prairie,

    Wisconsin

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  1. Orthopedic Surgery & Upper Extremity Expert Witness

    This extremely qualified and fellowship trained expert earned both his BA and MD from University of Chicago. He completed an internship at UNC followed by a residency in orthopedic surgery at University of Chicago. This expert pursued his expertise in hand surgery by completing two hand surgery fellowships in Switzerland. He is board certified in orthopedic surgery with advanced qualification in hand surgery. This expert's career has been highlighted by numerous awards including America's Best Physicians for 6 years straight and The Gerald S. Laros Resident Teaching Award. He is also an accomplished scholar in his field as an author of over 50 journal articles, 2 books and several book chapters. In addition, he has delivered over 100 lectures and presentations on the national and international stage. Formerly, this expert was an associate professor of Clinical Surgery at University of Chicago. Currently, he is Director of the Hand and Microsurgery Service as well as Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at a major university medical school.

    Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Top Tier University

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine

    Illinois

  2. Orthopedic Surgery – Sports Medicine Fellowship Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $500/hr

    This highly qualified expert earned his BA from the University of Illinois and his MD from The Chicago Medical School. He then went on to complete a residency in orthopedic surgery at Rush University Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine at Massachusetts General of Harvard University. He is active in his field as a member of American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and Illinois State Medical Society. He has published 15+ journal articles. He is currently an orthopedic surgeon in a private practice in Illinois.

    Orthopedic Surgeon, An IL private practice

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), The Chicago Medical School

    Elgin,

    Illinois

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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