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Average Physical Therapy Expert Witnesses Court Fees
$300/hr
Review Fee
$400/hr
Deposition Fee
$475/hr
Court Fee
This board certified expert who is the president of the American Medical Directors Association for his state earned his BA from Boston University. Residency training was completed at the University of Connecticut. He has made over 15 presentations and has over 15 original peer reviewed articles in his over 20 years of clinical practice. The expert frequently lectures on numerous topics in geriatrics such as dementia, medical direction in long term care and hospice, and hospice in long tern care. He is a member of multiple medical associations, some of which he sits on the board. Currently, he is a Professional Director at an independent health program/ network, a Medical Director for an independent rehabilitation center/ nursing home, and an Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine at a university affiliated medical center/ program.
Primary Care Physician, A Healthcare Medical Group in CT
Doctor of Medicine (MD), American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
Newington,
Connecticut
This expert is highly qualified in the field of physical therapy with a focus on geriatrics. He earned his DPT from SUNY Stony Brook and is currently finishing a PhD in physical therapy from Nova Southeastern University. He is board-certified in geriatrics by the American Board of Physical Therapy and is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapists. He has published numerous articles on limb loss and prosthesis. Formerly he was a sub-acute physical therapist at the rehabilitation center, JDT Villa and currently serves as both an acute rehab physical therapist and an outpatient physical therapist at two highly respected rehabilitation hospitals.
Outpatient Physical Therapist, A well-respected long-term acute & chronic care hospital
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Nova Southeastern University
Connecticut
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 as a strength and conditioning specialist, a personal trainer, and an ergonomics assessment specialist. He has formerly served as a staff physical therapist for various practices in New York, California, Maryland, and Massachusetts. He has also served as the clinical director for KPT Physical Therapy, Professional Sports Care & Rehab, and Cape Code Orthopedic Physical Therapy. For the past 18 years, this expert has owned and operated a personal training and professional coaching company based in Massachusetts.
Tutor, An Online Tutoring Company
Master of Science (MS), University of South Australia
Brewster,
Massachusetts
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What Can a Physical Therapy Expert Witness Opine On?
Manual Therapy
Hands-on techniques to relieve pain.
Therapeutic Exercises
Strengthening and mobility exercises.
Modalities
Use of heat, cold, or ultrasound.
Posture Training
Improving body alignment and function.
Gait Training
Improving walking patterns and stability.
Balance Training
Enhancing stability and coordination.
FAQs for Physical Therapy Expert Witnesses
What is a physical therapy expert witness?
A physical therapy expert witness is a licensed PT who provides specialized clinical insight in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, writing reports, testifying, and clarifying rehab and standard-of-care issues.
What types of cases may benefit from the testimony of a physical therapy expert witness?
A physical therapy expert witness supports personal injury, medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, disability, fall and sports injury, rehabilitation, and standard-of-care litigation cases.
How can a physical therapy expert witness quantify functional impairment for litigation?
A physical therapy expert witness quantifies functional impairment by using standardized tests, objective measurements, and medical records to document limits in mobility, strength, and daily activities.
What specific credentials qualify a physical therapy expert witness for complex injury matters?
A qualified physical therapy expert witness for complex injury matters holds a DPT or equivalent, state licensure, specialty certifications, and extensive clinical and forensic experience.
How does a physical therapy expert witness evaluate future rehabilitative care needs?
A physical therapy expert witness evaluates future rehabilitative care needs by assessing medical records, functional limits, prognosis, and evidence-based therapy plans and costs.
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