Occupational Therapy Expert Witnesses

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Occupational therapy expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including rehabilitation, pediatrics, geriatrics, mental health, and workplace ergonomics. Some of the most common occupational therapy expert witness specialties also include hand therapy, assistive technology, neurorehabilitation, and sensory processing disorders. They can opine on the effects of traumatic brain injuries, stroke recovery, developmental disabilities, workplace injuries, and aging-related conditions.

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Mr William Bower SkillingView profile

ID: 137467

Mr. William Skilling, CLCP, CRC, MA

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Washington

Mr. William B. Skilling has over 30 years of experience in the fields of Vocational Rehabilitation and Life Care Planning. He earned his BA in Clinical Psychology from the University of Washington, his MA in Rehabilitation from Seattle University, and completed a Certified Post-Graduate Study in Life Care Planning at the University of Florida. He completed an Advanced Traumatic Brain Injury...

Pain Management, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and Occupational Medicine Expert WitnessView profile

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Pain Management, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and Occupational Medicine Expert Witness

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Maryland

This highly-qualified expert has extensive experience in occupational medicine, pain management, and physical medicine and rehabilitation. He received his BA in biology from the University of Pennsylvania before earning his MPH in public health leadership from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his MD at Temple University. He subsequently completed an internal medicine internship...

Dr Benjamin Brian ClarkView profile

ID: 6327009

Dr. Benjamin Clark, MD, FRCPC

Dr. Benjamin B. Clark has 21 years of experience in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with expertise in Pain Medicine. He earned his BS in Biology from McMaster University and his MD from the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine. He completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine at McMaster University. Formerly, this expert...

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Expert WitnessView profile

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Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Expert Witness

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North Carolina

This qualified physical medicine and rehabilitation expert earned his BS in biology from the University of North Carolina, his MS in health care administration from Touro International University, and his MD from East Carolina University. He also completed a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation from East Carolina University. This expert is board certified in physical medicine and...

Dr Matthew Damian ImfeldView profile

ID: 65163

Dr. Matthew Imfeld, MD

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Florida

Dr. Matthew D. Imfeld has 36 years of experience in the fields of Electrodiagnostic Medicine and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He completed his BS in Zoology from Xavier University and his MD from the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences. He completed his Internship in Internal Medicine at Mount Carmel East and his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at...

Vocational Rehabilitation Expert WitnessView profile

E-499389

Vocational Rehabilitation Expert Witness

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New Jersey

This highly-qualified expert earned his BS in counseling and human services as well as his MS in rehabilitation counseling from the University of Scranton. He is both a licensed and certified rehabilitation counselor and a certified life care planner. This expert is a member of multiple professional organizations including the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals and the...

Dr Brian David BelnapView profile

ID: 1589077

Dr. Brian Belnap, DO

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California

Dr. Brian D. Belnap has 14 years of experience in the field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Pain Medicine. He earned his BS in Pre-Physical Therapy from Brigham Young University and his DO from Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine. After completing his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, he went on to complete...

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine Expert WitnessView profile

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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine Expert Witness

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California

This qualified expert earned her BS in computer science from International Christian University in Japan before earning her DO from Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She subsequently completed an internship at Alameda County Medical Center, a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Mount Sinai's Icahn School of Medicine, and a fellowship in pain medicine at UC San...

Dr Steven David LockmanView profile

ID: 1122010

Dr. Steven Lockman, MD

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Minnesota

Dr. Steven D. Lockman has 27 years of experience in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He earned his BA from the University of California, San Diego, and his MD from the UC San Diego School of Medicine. He completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. Today, this expert is board certified in Physical Medicine and...

Physical Therapy Expert WitnessView profile

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Physical Therapy Expert Witness

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Massachusetts

This highly-qualified expert has over 20 years of experience in physical therapy. He received his BS in marketing from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh before earning his MPT from Nova Southeastern University and his MS in musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy from the University of South Australia. He is a licensed physical therapist and holds several certifications, including...

Dr Debra Ehlers BerensView profile

ID: 77747

Dr. Debra Berens, PhD, CRC, CLCP

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Georgia

Dr. Debra E. Berens has 35 years of experience in the fields of Rehabilitation Counseling, Life Care Planning, and Case Management. She earned her BS in Human Services and Rehabilitation from Florida State University, her MS in Rehabilitation Counseling, and her PhD in Rehabilitation and Counselor Education from Georgia State University. Today, this expert is a Certified Case Manager by the...

Physical Therapy Expert WitnessView profile

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Physical Therapy Expert Witness

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Texas

This expert has over 18 years of experience as a physical therapist. He received two B.S. degrees from Langston University in Biology and Physical Therapy, respectively. He also received a M.S. in Orthopedics from Texas Woman's University and a D.P.T. in Physical Therapy from Simmons College. He previously served as the Lead Physical Therapist at Michael E. Debakey Veteran Affairs Medical Center....

Dr Maria Elena ArizmendezView profile

ID: 1039349

Dr. Maria Arizmendez, MD, CWSP

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Texas

Dr. Maria Elena Arizmendez has over 17 years of experience in the field of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. She earned her B.S. in Biology and B.A. in Anthropology from the University of Iowa before completing her M.D. at the University of Iowa College of Medicine. Dr. Arizmendez completed her residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Mayo Graduate School of Medicine and holds board...

Physical Therapy Expert WitnessView profile

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Physical Therapy Expert Witness

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California

This qualified expert of Physical Therapy obtained his BS in Kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton and his DPT in Physical Therapy from Azusa Pacific University. He is a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics and in Physical Therapy and is also Certified as a Clinical Instructor, Worker's Compensation Care Provider, and in Manuel Therapy. He is a member of multiple...

Dr Ali Eraj GuyView profile

ID: 297186

Dr. Ali Guy, MD

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New York

Dr. Ali E. Guy has 37 years of experience in the field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He earned his MD from Universidad Católica Nordestana and he completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Today, this expert is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Formerly, this expert served as the Assistant...

Physical Therapy Expert WitnessView profile

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Physical Therapy Expert Witness

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New York

This highly qualified expert of Physical Therapy finished Allied Health major at SUNY Stony Brook and obtained his BS in Physical Therapy and his MA in Ergonomics and Biomechanics from New York University and his DPT in Physical Therapy from Temple University. He is Board Certified as a Physical Therapist, an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, and an Ergonomic Associate. He is also certified as an...

Ms Susan J. ChaseView profile

ID: 7412693

Ms. Susan Chase, MA, CRC

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Massachusetts

Ms. Susan J. Chase has 31 years of experience in Vocational Evaluation and Rehabilitation. She earned her BA in English from Framingham State University and her MA in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling from Assumption University. Today, this expert is certified as a Rehabilitation Counselor through the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification. Formerly, this expert served a...

Physical Therapy Expert WitnessView profile

E-052800

Physical Therapy Expert Witness

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Kansas

This qualified expert of Physical Therapy obtained his BA, MPT, and MED in Physical Therapy from Wichita State University and his DPT from the Massachusetts General Institute of Health Professionals. He completed his Fellowship in Sports Physical Therapy at the Gundersen Lutheran Sports Medicine facility and is Board Certified in Physical Therapy and Certified in National Strength and...

Dr David John OliveriView profile

ID: 1373746

Dr. David Oliveri, MD, CLCP

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Nevada

Dr. David J. Oliveri has 32 years of experience in the field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He earned his BS in Biology from the University of Washington and his MD from Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California. After completing his internship in Internal Medicine at West Los Angeles VA Medical Center, he went on to complete a residency in Physical Medicine and...

Physical Therapy Expert WitnessView profile

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Physical Therapy Expert Witness

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Idaho

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Texas

This qualified expert of Physical Therapy obtained his BS in Biology and his MA in Kinesology from California State University, Chico and his DPT in Physical Therapy and his PhD in Rehabilitation Science from the University of Utah. He is Board Certified in Physical Therapy and is Certified in Basic Life Support. He is a member of multiple Physical Therapy Medical Associations and has 25+...

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Occupational Therapy Expert Witness FAQs

An occupational therapy expert witness provides insight on cases involving rehabilitation, disability, injury recovery, and adaptive equipment. They can assess treatment plans and patient progress.

These experts are crucial in personal injury, medical malpractice, workers' compensation, and disability claims. They can evaluate the appropriateness of care provided.

Yes, some occupational therapists specialize in areas like pediatrics, geriatrics, mental health, or hand therapy. The specialty needed would depend on the specifics of your case.

They can provide assessments on whether appropriate ergonomic practices were followed and if the injury could have been prevented with proper workplace accommodations.

Absolutely. They can provide valuable insights into the necessary ongoing treatments, adaptive equipment needs, and potential costs for long-term care.

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