Obesity Expert Witnesses in West Virginia

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Obesity expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including bariatric medicine, endocrinology, nutrition, and internal medicine. Some of the most common specialties include bariatric surgery, obesity medicine, dietetics, psychology, and occupational health. They can opine on the effects of excess weight on morbidity, mortality, disability, employability, standard of care, and long-term medical costs.

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Average Obesity Expert Witnesses Court Fees

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  • Review Fee $385/hr
    Deposition Fee $385/hr
    Court Fee $385/hr

    This double board certified expert has been practicing for nearly 30 years. He completed his Pediatrics residency at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, one of the nation's leading children's hospitals, where he also competed multiple fellowships in Endocrinology/Diabetes. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles. He serves as a reviewer for 9 scientific journals such as "Journal of Pediatrics" and "Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism" and in the past has been named to both Best Doctors in America and Marquis' Who's Who in America. Currently, this expert is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at a major medical university and the Director of the Diabetes Center at his institution's affiliated children's hospital.

    Director, A Top Children's Hospital in PA

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Johns Hopkins University

    Philadelphia,

    Pennsylvania

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  • Review Fee $750/hr
    Deposition Fee $750/hr
    Court Fee $750/hr

    This board certified expert earned his BS from the University of Kentucky and MD from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Residency and fellowship training were completed at Cornell Medical Center and Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, respectively. He is actively involved in research, has published over 235 original peer reviewed articles, 110 reviews, and 40 book chapters, and has been awarded numerous multi-million dollar grants. The expert is responsible for teaching, supervising, and lecturing medical, undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral students as well as residents and fellows. The expert is highly respected and recognized in his field; having won several lifetime achievement awards and been named one of the Best Doctors in America each year from 2005. Currently, he is a Professor Emeritus and Dean Emeritus at a major university affiliated medical center.

    Dean Emeritus of Endocrinology & Metabolism, A Prestigious University

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Charlottesville,

    Virginia

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  • Review Fee $375/hr
    Deposition Fee $400/hr
    Court Fee $450/hr

    This expert has 30 years of experience in endocrinology and is board certified in internal medicine and endocrinology. He received his BS from the University of Maryland and his MD from the University of Virginia. He went on to complete an internship in internal medicine at Yale New Haven Hospital, a residency in internal medicine at Georgetown University Hospital, and a fellowship in endocrinology at Ohio State University Hospital. He is a member of the American Board of Internal Medicine, American Diabetes Association, and American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists. He was previously an associate professor of medicine and associate clinical professor of endocrinology at the University of Maryland Medical School. He is currently an assistant professor of medicine at a top medical school in Maryland and an adjunct associate professor of medicine at another medical school in Maryland.

    Adjunct Associate Professor, A Medical School in MD

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Virginia

    Baltimore,

    Maryland

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Related Specialties

What Can an Obesity Expert Witness Opine On?

Gastric Bypass Surgery

Reduces stomach size and food intake.

Sleeve Gastrectomy

Removes part of the stomach.

Adjustable Gastric Banding

Places a band to restrict stomach size.

Biliopancreatic Diversion

Alters digestion and nutrient absorption.

Intragastric Balloon

Temporarily fills stomach to limit intake.

Lifestyle Counseling

Guides healthy eating and exercise habits.

FAQs for Obesity Expert Witnesses

What is a obesity expert witness?

An obesity expert witness is a medical or scientific professional who explains obesity-related issues in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, offering opinions, and testifying to clarify complex obesity evidence.

In what case types might the expertise of an obesity specialist be required?

An obesity specialist expert witness is used in medical malpractice, bariatric surgery, personal injury, disability claims, workplace discrimination, and wrongful death cases.

What qualifications should an obesity expert witness have for complex litigation?

An obesity expert witness should have board certification, clinical obesity treatment experience, research or teaching credentials, and prior medico-legal testimony in complex litigation.

How can an obesity expert witness evaluate causation in weight-related injury claims?

An obesity expert witness evaluates causation in weight-related injury claims by reviewing medical records, risk factors, and scientific evidence to link obesity to the alleged harm.

How does an obesity expert witness assess standard of care in bariatric treatment disputes?

An obesity expert witness assesses standard of care in bariatric treatment disputes by comparing the provider’s actions to current bariatric guidelines, clinical evidence, and accepted medical practices.

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