Plastic Surgery Expert Witnesses in Tennessee

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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 has been practicing for over 10 years. He is the Director of Breast and Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the Director of the breast plastic surgery fellowship at his current institution, and has given nationally invited lectures on the topic. Furthermore, he is widely published in the plastic surgery space with numerous peer-reviewed journal articles in highly regarded medical journals. He frequently performs breast plastic surgery.

    Director of the Breast and Cosmetic Surgery Program, A University Affiliated Medical Center

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of British Columbia

    St. Louis,

    Missouri

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  • Review Fee $550/hr

    This expert is board certified in dermatology and completed fellowship training in dermatologic surgery/mohs micrographic surgery at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. He is a member of the Association of Academic Dermatologic Surgeons and has authored more than 40 peer reviewed dermatology publications. He is current a professor of dermatologic surgery and cutaneous laser surgery at a major medical institution.

    Director, A university in AL

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Missouri

    Birmingham,

    Alabama

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  • Review Fee $500/hr

    This qualified and board certified expert has over 25 years of experience in Plastic Surgery and Hand Surgery. He holds a M.D. from the Djuro Pucar Stari University in Bosnia and finished a residency in Plastic Surgery at the Medical College of Georgia. He also finished fellowship in Upper Extremity Surgery and Microsurgery at the Christine Kleinert Institute. His interests include Brachial Plexus and Peripheral Nerve Surgery. He currently serves as Assistant Professor and Director of Hand and Upper Extremity Service at a top tier university.

    Director of Hand and Upper Extremity Service, Medical University in Georgia

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Djuro Pucar Stari University of Banja Luka

    Augusta,

    Georgia

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  • Review Fee $750/hr
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    This expert candidate is an elite dermatologist who has over 30 years of experience in the field. He has won countless awards such as the American Medical Association's Physician Recognition Award, the Thomas G. Pearson, EdD, Memorial Education Award from the American Academy of Dermatology, and the Hippocrates Award. He is a member of the Dermatology Foundation, and a fellow of the American College of Physicians. He is currently Professor of Medicine (Dermatology) at a top tier medical university.

    Chief, A University-Affiliated Hospital in KY

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Michigan

    Louisville,

    Kentucky

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  • Review Fee $800/hr
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    This highly qualified and board certified expert has over 10 years of experience as a plastic surgeon. He holds a B.S. in Biological Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and a M.D. from Harvard Medical School. He also finished a residency in Plastic Surgery at the Emory School of Medicine. Elected as a Fellow to the American College of surgeons, he has published extensively on plastic surgery including over 120 research articles. He currently works as Professor of Plastic Surgery for a major medical university and Chief of Plastic Surgery at a major children's hospital.

    Program Director, An Academic Medical Center

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Harvard Medical School

    Atlanta,

    Georgia

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  • Review Fee $500/hr
    Deposition Fee $700/hr

    This expert is an actively practicing plastic surgeon in the Chesapeake Bay region. He graduated from the University of Virginia with a BS in Biology and earned his MD at the University of Maryland. Thereafter, he completed residencies in Otolaryngology and Plastic Surgery at George Washington University and the University of Mississippi, respectively. He is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and stays abreast of current trends in Plastic Surgery. He currently is in private practice.

    Plastic Surgery Section Chief, A hospital located in Virginia

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Maryland

    Fairfax,

    Virginia

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  • Review Fee $600/hr
    Deposition Fee $800/hr
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    This highly qualified expert earned her BS in biology from the University of Louisville where she then went on to receive her MD. She completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Louisville Hospital and then completed a second residency in dermatology from Baylor College of Medicine. She then went on to complete her fellowship in dermatology from the American Academy of Dermatology. She is a member of multiple medical associations including the American Board of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatology Surgery, and the American Board of Internal Medicine. She was formerly an associate dermatologist for the Dermatological Association of Texas. She is currently the founder and CEO of a dermatology and cosmetic center in Kentucky.

    President and Chief Executive Officer, A Dermatology and Cosmetic Center in KY

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

    Louisville,

    Kentucky

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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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