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$700/hr
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This expert has been practicing for approximately 30 years, and is fellowship trained in pediatric orthopedic surgery. Throughout his medical career, he has been appointed to such high ranking medical positions as chief of surgery at an area healthcare center. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. His current practice includes general adult and pediatric orthopedic surgery, and he is affiliated faculty at thee regional hospitals.
Private Practice, Jackson, Mississippi area
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Mississippi School of Medicine
Brandon,
Mississippi
This expert has extensive experience as an orthopedic spine surgery physician assistant, focusing on areas such as spinal stenosis, cervical herniated discs, cervical myelopathy, scoliosis, spondylolisthesis, degenerative lumbar spondylosis, spinal trauma, lumbar herniated discs, and kyphosis. She received her BS in biological sciences from Cornell University before earning her MS from Rutgers University. She is a certified physician assistant and communication facilitator thorugh the American Academy of Healthcare. This expert is active in her field as a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the North American Spine Society and as a researcher in orthopaedic spine surgery, having authored several publications. She has formerly served as a physician assistant for New Jersey Brain and Spine. Currently, this expert is a physician assistant for an orthopedic spine surgery center in Texas, as well as clinical preceptor for orthopaedic spine surgery at a teaching hospital in Texas.
Clinical Preceptor, A Teaching Hospital in TX
Master of Science (MS), Rutgers University
Little River Academy,
Texas
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What Can an Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witness Opine On?
Joint Replacement
Surgical replacement of a damaged joint.
Arthroscopy
Minimally invasive joint surgery.
Fracture Repair
Fixing broken bones with hardware.
Tendon Repair
Surgical correction of torn tendons.
Spinal Fusion
Joining vertebrae to stabilize the spine.
Ligament Reconstruction
Rebuilding torn ligaments for stability.
FAQs for Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witnesses
What is a orthopedic surgery expert witness?
An orthopedic surgery expert witness is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who explains standards of care and surgical decisions in legal cases. They assist by reviewing medical records, writing reports, and testifying to clarify complex orthopedic issues.
In what case types can an orthopedic surgery expert witness provide valuable insight?
An orthopedic surgery expert witness provides valuable insight in personal injury, medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, sports injuries, product liability, and disability cases.
How can an orthopedic surgery expert witness assess long-term functional impairment?
An orthopedic surgery expert witness assesses long-term functional impairment by reviewing records, imaging, exams, and objective tests to measure lasting mobility and work limitations.
What orthopedic surgery expert witness qualifications are most critical for trial testimony?
The most critical orthopedic surgery expert witness qualifications are board certification, active clinical practice, subspecialty expertise, and prior medico-legal testimony experience.
How does an orthopedic surgery expert witness evaluate causation in musculoskeletal injuries?
An orthopedic surgery expert witness evaluates causation by correlating medical records, imaging, exam findings, and biomechanics to determine if the musculoskeletal injury matches the alleged event.
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