Occupational Therapy Expert Witnesses in Georgia

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Occupational therapy expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including rehabilitation, disability assessment, workplace ergonomics, and functional capacity evaluation. Some of the most common specialties include pediatric therapy, geriatric care, neurorehabilitation, and vocational rehabilitation. They can opine on the effects of injuries, chronic conditions, and disabilities on daily living, work performance, and long term independence.

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  • 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

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  • Review Fee $150/hr
    Deposition Fee $345/hr

    This highly qualified expert has over 25 years of experience in geriatric physical therapy. He received his BS in physical therapy from Georgia State University before earning his DPT from Arcadia University. He is a certified geriatric specialist by the American Physical Therapy Association and a licensed physical therapist in the state of Georgia. This expert is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and served formerly as rehabilitation manager, rehabilitation specialty director, and area rehabilitation director at Amedisys Home Health, Inc. Additionally, he was formerly the director of new programs and research at Atlanta Rehabilitation. This expert currently serves as a physical therapist for a home health center and is an adjunct faculty member at a Southern university where he assists in the development of physical therapy programs.

    Adjunct Faculty, A university in GA

    Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Arcadia University

    Gainesville,

    Georgia

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  • Review Fee $220/hr
    Deposition Fee $350/hr

    This expert has been an administrator in every kind of long term senior living community, from independent living through nursing homes. He has actively participated in long term care peer organizations and served on numerous boards and committees in the nursing home/assisted living community field. Formerly, this expert was an administrator at Hampton Court Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, a 120 bed nursing home and rehabilitation center, and Lake View Care Center/Coral Gables Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, an a 88 and 120 bed nursing home, responsible for the full range of management functions. Previously, this expert was the executive director of residential living at Miami Jewish Health Systems, where he was responsible for six Alzheimer's facilities and Alzheimer's Day Care. Currently, this expert is a consultant in the long term care field.

    Consultant, An assisted living consulting firm in FL

    Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of Pennsylvania

    Coral Springs,

    Florida

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  • Review Fee $500/hr
    Deposition Fee $750/hr
    Court Fee $750/hr

    This highly qualified expert obtained her MD from University of Kentucky. She completed her residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Pittsburgh, and then did a fellowship in Spinal Cord Injury Medicine at the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation. She is a member of numerous prestigious societies such as the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the Academy of Spinal Cord Injury Professionals. She has published 18 peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and book chapters. She has lectured nationally on various topics related to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She has received multiple honors and awards such as being named among the Best Doctors in America as well as a Teaching Excellence Award. She is a reviewer for very well-respected journals such as the American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She is currently the Residency Program Director, the Medical Director of Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Program, and an Associate Professor in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at a major medical university.

    Affiliate Associate Professor, A Medical School in SC

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Kentucky

    Mount Pleasant,

    South Carolina

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  • Review Fee $475/hr
    Deposition Fee $600/hr
    Court Fee $700/hr

    This highly qualified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine expert received her D.O. from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She went on to complete a residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. This expert is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in Pain Medicine as well as the American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She is a member of numerous professional organizations including the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She is published in the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She has held numerous high-ranking appointments at major institutions and currently owns a private pain medicine clinic where she routinely administers epidural steroid Injections, nerve blocks, joint injections and other spinal procedures.

    Partner, A medical clinic in NC

    Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Fuquay-Varina,

    North Carolina

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  • This highly qualified expert has 17+ years of experience as a rehabilitation nurse. She received her ASN degree from Santa Fe Community College and her BSN and MSN degrees from the University of Central Florida. She worked previously as a registered nurse at Shands Rehabilitation Hospital and currently as charge nurse at a major university affiliated hospital.

    Charge Nurse, Major university affiliated hospital

    Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), University of Central Florida

    Florida

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  • Review Fee $325/hr
    Deposition Fee $480/hr
    Court Fee $517/hr

    This highly qualified expert of Physical Therapy earned his BA from the University of Florida and his DPT in Physical Therapy from the University of Central Florida. He is Board Certified as an Orthopedic Physical Therapist. This expert is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and has experience with orthopedic management, exercise prescription, dry needling, early intervention, and other physical therapy research. Formerly, he held roles as an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Texas- El Paso as well as the University of Central Florida as well as a physical therapist at several medical facilities. Currently, he a site manager of physical therapist at a well-known healthcare organization and for the largest branch of the US Armed Forces.

    Assistant Chief, Physical Therapy, An Army Health Clinic

    Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), University of Central Florida

    Ormond Beach,

    Florida

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  • This expert has 40+ years of experience providing vocational evaluations for adults and children alike. His four part process includes a medical record review, standardized diagnostic vocational interview, vocational testing and labor market research. He earned his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Rehabilitation Counseling at Penn State University and pursued extensive postgraduate training at New York University. His extensive work experience includes managerial positions at Mount Sinai Hospital and the Social Security Administration.

    Independent Vocational Consultant

    All But Dissertation (ABD), New York University

    Alabama

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  • Review Fee $450/hr
    Deposition Fee $750/hr
    Court Fee $750/hr

    This impressive expert received his BS in pre-medicine at Texas A&M University and his MD at UTHSC at Houston. He is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and is a certified Life Care Planner. He has been appointed to the National Physician Advisory Board and has won the Medical Director Excellence Award from HealthSouth Rehabilitation. Currently, he is the president of a rehabilitation firm in South Florida, a medical director at a rehabilitation hospital, and the president of a lifecare planning company.

    President, A Life Care Planning Firm in FL

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

    Largo,

    Florida

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  • Review Fee $200/hr
    Deposition Fee $275/hr
    Court Fee $275/hr

    This expert earned her AAS from Jefferson State Community College and her BS from Jacksonville State University in nursing. She is a licensed registered nurse with additional certifications as a rehabilitation registered nurse and wound, ostomy, and continenece nurse. She is active in her field as a member of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses and the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society. Formerly, she was an assistant nurse manager at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital. The expert is currently a wound care nurse at a major university-affiliated hospital, as well as a part time registered nurse at an AL inpatient rehabilitation center.

    Registered Nurse, A major university-affiliated hospital

    Bachelor of Science (BS), Jacksonville State University

    Moody,

    Alabama

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  • Review Fee $200/hr
    Deposition Fee $400/hr
    Court Fee $400/hr

    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 rehabilitation and holds certifications in buprenorphine waiver and battlefield acupuncture. He is active in his field as a member of several organizations, including the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine and the International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine. He formerly served as a disability evaluation physician for Olympus Health and a clinical assistant professor of physical medicine and rehabilitation at East Carolina University. Currently, this expert is a consultant for a life care planning firm based in Texas, as well as a skilled nursing facility consultant for a rehabilitation facility and a specialty physician for a health center, both in North Carolina.

    Acting Chief, A VA health center in NC

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), East Carolina University

    North Carolina

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What Can an Occupational Therapy Expert Witness Opine On?

Functional Mobility Training

Enhancing movement skills for daily activities.

Adaptive Equipment Assessment

Evaluating tools to improve independence.

Sensory Integration Therapy

Addressing sensory processing challenges.

Cognitive Rehabilitation

Improving memory and thinking skills.

Fine Motor Skills Development

Enhancing hand coordination and dexterity.

Patient Education and Training

Teaching strategies for better health management.

FAQs for Occupational Therapy Expert Witnesses

What is a occupational therapy expert witness?

An occupational therapy expert witness is a licensed OT who provides specialized clinical and functional expertise in legal cases. They assist by reviewing medical records, writing reports, testifying in court, and clarifying rehabilitation and disability issues.

In what case types can an occupational therapy expert witness provide assistance?

An occupational therapy expert witness assists in personal injury, medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, disability, rehabilitation, elder care, pediatric, and ergonomic litigation cases.

How can an occupational therapy expert witness quantify functional capacity losses?

An occupational therapy expert witness quantifies functional capacity losses through standardized assessments, task simulations, and measurable comparisons to pre-injury occupational performance.

What qualifications should an occupational therapy expert witness possess for testimony?

An occupational therapy expert witness should be a licensed OT with advanced clinical experience, relevant certifications, and prior forensic or courtroom testimony experience.

How does an occupational therapy expert witness evaluate return-to-work feasibility?

An occupational therapy expert witness evaluates return-to-work feasibility by assessing functional abilities, job demands, workplace accommodations, and safety to form an objective opinion.

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