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Average Plastic Surgery Expert Witnesses Court Fees
$650/hr
Review Fee
$975/hr
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This highly-qualified plastic surgeon specializes in both cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. She earned a BS in molecular and cellular biology from Yale University and went on to complete her MD, internship, and residency in plastic surgery at Georgetown University Hospital. This expert has been board-certified in plastic surgery for nearly a decade and is active in her field as a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery. Formerly, she served as a wound care physician at multiple long-term care facilities in Maryland and as an attending physician in the plastic surgery division of the Veterans' Affairs Medical Center. Currently, this expert is the chief of plastic surgery at a VA medical center in DC and practices cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery privately at her own practice.
Assistant Professor, A medical school in DC
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Georgetown University School of Medicine
Washington,
District of Columbia
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What Can a Plastic Surgery Expert Witness Opine On?
Rhinoplasty
Surgical reshaping of the nose.
Breast Augmentation
Enhancing breast size with implants.
Liposuction
Removing excess fat from the body.
Facelift
Tightening and lifting facial skin.
Abdominoplasty
Surgery to flatten the abdomen.
Blepharoplasty
Eyelid surgery to improve appearance.
FAQs for Plastic Surgery Expert Witnesses
What is a plastic surgery expert witness?
A plastic surgery expert witness is a board-certified surgeon who provides specialized medical opinions in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, writing reports, testifying in court, and clarifying complex plastic surgery issues.
In what case types can a plastic surgery expert witness provide valuable insights?
A plastic surgery expert witness offers valuable insights in medical malpractice, surgical error, cosmetic negligence, product liability, personal injury, and reconstructive surgery cases.
How should counsel evaluate a plastic surgery expert witness’s board certifications?
Counsel should verify a plastic surgery expert witness’s board certifications with recognized boards, confirm they match the specific procedure at issue, and check for any disciplinary history.
What role can a plastic surgery expert witness play in assessing standard-of-care deviations?
A plastic surgery expert witness evaluates medical records and procedures to determine if the surgeon’s actions met accepted standard-of-care or involved deviations.
How can a plastic surgery expert witness assist in analyzing alleged surgical complications?
A plastic surgery expert witness can review records, assess surgical technique, and explain whether alleged complications meet accepted plastic surgery standards of care.
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