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This Fullbright scholarship-winning developmental pediatrics specialist has been appointed to numerous high ranking academic and clinical appointments throughout his 30+ year medical career, including medical director at among the nation's most respected facilities dedicated to developmental pediatrics research. He is extensively published in his field, and has been involved in major grant funded research endeavors.
Medical Director, Major Developmental Pediatrics Research Foundation
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Ohio State University
Charlottesville,
Virginia
This highly qualified expert has 14 years of experience in the field of physical therapy. She received her BS in physical therapy from the University of Oklahoma before earning her MHS in orthopedic physical therapy from the University of Indianapolis. She subsequently earned her DPT from A.T. Still University. She actively participates in professional development to stay up to date on the latest practices in the field. This expert is board-certified in orthopaedic physical therapy and is a licensed physical therapist. She is active in her field as a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists. She has formerly served as the director of physical therapy at Northwest Florida Community Hospital and the chief of physical therapy for the United States Air Force. Currently, this expert serves as the owner and orthopaedic physical therapist for a private practice in Virginia.
Owner and Orthopaedic Physical Therapist, A private practice in VA
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), A.T. Still University
Fredericksburg,
Virginia
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
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 at the Naval Medical Center, an occupational and environmental medicine residency at Duke University, and both a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation and a fellowship in pain medicine at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. He is board-certified by both the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the American Board of Preventive Medicine, holding certifications in physical medicine and rehabilitation, pain medicine, occupational and environmental medicine, and undersea and hyperbaric medicine. This expert is active in his field as a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine. He formerly served as the associate program director for the anesthesia pain medicine fellowship at the National Capital Consortium and the assistant department head of occupational and preventive medicine at the Naval Health Clinic in San Diego. He spent several years working at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, serving as the White House medical unit physician, the associate program director of the pain medicine fellowship, and the director of interventional pain medicine. Currently, this expert serves as the director of interventional medicine at a major medical center in Washington DC and as an assistant professor of physical medicine and rehabilitation at a medical school in Maryland.
Associate Professor, A medical school in DC
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Temple University
Potomac,
Maryland
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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