Plastic Surgery Expert Witnesses in Michigan

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Plastic Surgery expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including cosmetic procedures, reconstructive surgery, and medical malpractice. Some of the most common specialties include breast augmentation, facelifts, liposuction, burn reconstruction, and scar revision. They can opine on the effects of surgical technique, standard of care, complications, disfigurement, and long-term outcomes.

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Average Plastic Surgery Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$650/hr

Review Fee

$975/hr

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    This board certified plastic surgeon and medical examiner has over 40 years of experience in a variety of prestigious clinical and academic roles. He has held an associate professorship and a directorship of the plastic surgery residency program at Wright State University School of Medicine, and an assistant professorship at the University of Kentucky. Clinically, he was an attending surgeon at the Lexington VAMC, associate staff physician at Cardinal Hill Hospital, and staff plastic surgeon at the Kentucky Crippled Children's Service. He is currently a clinical professor of surgery and emergency medicine at a major university medical center where he has authored many peer reviewed journal articles, chapters, and abstracts on the topic of plastic surgery.

    Active Staff, Two Hospitals in OH

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Dayton,

    Ohio

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  • Review Fee $400/hr
    Deposition Fee $550/hr

    This highly qualified, board certified, well published expert earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan and his medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. This was followed by an internship and residency in plastic surgery at Washington University in St. Louis. This expert then completed his formal medical education by doing a fellowship in Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Texas. This expert is a member of numerous prestigious medical societies and has earned numerous awards for his contributions as a physician. This expert is extremely well published, having authored 27 peer-reviewed papers and 3 book chapters. This expert's proficiency in research has allowed him to serve as a reviewer of numerous leading medical journals. This expert currently serves as the Program Director of the Microsurgery Fellowship and Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery in the department of plastic surgery at a major university hospital center. This expert also holds leadership positions on several committees in professional organizations for their specialty.

    Program Director of the Microsurgery Fellowship, A Major University Hospital Center

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine

    Columbus,

    Ohio

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  • This highly qualified dermatology expert received her MD from Washington University School of Medicine then went on to complete an internship at Saint John's Mercy Medical Center. She conducted her residency in dermatology and a fellowship in Mohs micrographic surgery and dermatologic surgery both at the Washington University School of Medicine. She is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology and licensed in Missouri, Ohio, and California. This expert has published three books and eleven articles in scientific journals. She formerly served as the chief of clinical services and as the co-director of dermatologic surgery at the University of California, Irvine. Currently, she is the associate director of dermatologic surgery at a major not-for-profit medical center in Ohio.

    Associate Director of Dermatologic Surgery, A Major Not-for-Profit Medical Center

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Washington University School of Medicine

    Ohio

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Related Specialties

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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