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This expert has been the Chief of Pediatrics at the Chicago Shriners Hospitals for Children since 1981, the Medical Director of the Spinal Cord Injury program since its inception in 1983, and in 2005 became the Assistant Chief of Staff, Medicine. He received his Bachelor of Arts from Northwestern University and an MD from University of Illinois. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and the Subspecialty of Spinal Cord Injury Medicine. He is the immediate Past-President of the American Spinal Injury Association and Past-Chairman of the Steering Committee of the Consortium for Spinal Cord Medicine, as well as Past President of the Chicago Pediatric Society and the American Paraplegia Society. He is a Certified Life Care Planner. This expert has authored over 135 peer-reviewed journal articles, nearly 22 book chapters, and 356 presentations or posters and 20 instructional courses at national and international meetings. He is a Co-Editor of the newest textbook on SCI: Spinal Cord Injury in the Child and Young Adult.
Partner, A Pediatric Rehabilitation and Life Care Planning Firm in IL
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Illinois
River Forest,
Illinois
This highly qualified expert earned his Physician Assistant degree from the University of Florida. He completed a Masters in Physician Assistant Studies in Critical Care Medicine from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He is a Distinguished Fellow, American Academy of Physician Assistants, President of the American Academy of Physician Assistants in Legal Medicine and member of Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants. He is an associate member of the American Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association and the Chicago Bar Association. This expert has published 3 peer-reviewed journal articles and has been invited to lecture at national meetings on several occasions. He serves as reviewer for the Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. He is a former Advisor for the Spinal Cord Injury Advisory Council of Florida, former Senior Physician Assistant for the Division of Neurosurgery at Evanston Northwestern Healthcare. He is currently a Clinical Assistant Professor at a major university and Senior Physician Assistant at a major university-affiliated health center.
Physician Assistant, A medical center in IL
Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc), University of Lynchburg
St Petersburg,
Illinois
This highly experienced Neuroradiologist is board certified and fellowship trained in Interventional neuroradiology with a special interest in spinal pathology as well as image guided intervention of the brain or spine, such as vertebroplasty. He is a member of the American College of Radiology, the American Society of Neuroradiology and the Radiologic Society of North America. He has remained in active clinical practice for over 20 years, and is currently a Neuroradiologist at a large, major private practice.
Interventional and Diagnostic Staff Radiologist, A prominent hospital in Indiana
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Temple University School of Medicine
Westfield,
Indiana
This expert earned his BA in Chemistry from Washington University and a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. After receiving his PhD, he earned his MD from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. The expert completed his residency in Neurological Surgery at the Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Saint Louis Children's Hospital in association with the Washington University School of Medicine, and he went on to complete several prestigious fellowships. These fellowships focused in Spinal Surgery, Neuroscience/Neurosurgery, Biomedical Engineering, and Neurobiology. He is also active in his field as a member of numerous medical societies including the Joint Spine Section, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the North American Spine Society and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. In addition, he has published over 40 journal articles, been invited to present at numerous conferences regarding Neurosurgery and holds 3 patents. The expert currently holds the position of Assistant Professor in Neurosurgery at a medical school in Missouri.
Assistant Professor, A Medical School in MO
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
St. Louis,
Missouri
This highly qualified expert earned his BA from Indiana University, Bloomington and his MD from Indiana University School of Medicine. Prior to completing his residency in physical medicine & rehabilitation at the University of California Irvine this expert served as a flight surgeon at William’s Air Force Base. He is also active in his field as a member of numerous medical societies including the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine. He has extensive experience as a medical director of physiatry facilities and is currently the medical director of a private physiatry practice in Indiana with a focus on spinal injury treatments, including stem cell injections.
Medical Director, A private physiatry practice in IN
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Indiana University School of Medicine
Indiana
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What Can a Peripheral Nerve Expert Witness Opine On?
Nerve Repair
Surgical restoration of damaged nerves.
Nerve Grafting
Transplanting nerve segments to repair injury.
Nerve Decompression
Relieving pressure on compressed nerves.
Electromyography (EMG)
Assessing electrical activity in muscles.
Nerve Block
Injecting anesthetic to block nerve pain.
Peripheral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
Implanting device to relieve chronic pain.
FAQs for Peripheral Nerve Expert Witnesses
What is the role of a peripheral nerve expert witness?
A peripheral nerve expert witness is a medical specialist who explains nerve injuries and standards of care in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, giving opinions, and testifying to clarify complex nerve issues.
In what cases can a peripheral nerve expert witness provide assistance?
A peripheral nerve expert witness assists in medical malpractice, surgical error, nerve injury, neuropathy, chronic pain, disability, and personal injury litigation cases.
How should attorneys evaluate a peripheral nerve expert’s credentials and board certifications?
Attorneys should verify a peripheral nerve expert’s board certifications, fellowship training, clinical experience, publications, and prior testimony specifically related to peripheral nerve injuries.
How can a peripheral nerve expert witness support causation analysis in nerve injury claims?
A peripheral nerve expert witness supports causation analysis by linking medical records, exam findings, and diagnostic tests to show how the nerve injury was caused.
How does a peripheral nerve expert witness assess permanency and impairment in nerve damage cases?
A peripheral nerve expert witness assesses permanency and impairment by combining clinical exams, diagnostic tests, functional assessments, and medical records to determine lasting nerve damage.
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