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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
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
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
This highly qualified expert earned his DO from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed a residency in General Surgery at UMDNJ/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and a residency in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. This expert has published 85 peer-reviewed journal articles and 16 textbook chapters. He is the owner of 12 surgical patents. He currently serves as Director of the Neuroplastic & Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship at a major University School of Medicine..
Professor, A Prestigious Medical School in MD
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Maryland
This qualified expert of Pediatric Plastic Surgery obtained her BA in Biology cum laude from Harvard College and her MD in Medicine from Upstate Medical University in Syracuse. She completed her internship and Residency in General Surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, her Residency in Plastic Surgery at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, and her Fellowship in Craniofacial Surgery at the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC. She is Board Certified in Surgery, Plastic Surgery, and Pediatrics and is a member of multiple Plastic Surgery Medical Associations. She has 60+ Publications focused on Plastic Surgery Research and is an Associate Professor of Plastics Surgery for a Medical University in the East.
Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery, A Medical University in Pennsylvania
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Upstate Medical University
Venetia,
Pennsylvania
This expert, triple-board certified in Pediatric Dermatology, Dermatology and Pediatrics, earned her MD from the University of Pittsburgh and completed her Pediatric residency at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, where she served as pediatric chief resident. She also completed a Dermatology residency, Dermatology chief residency and Pediatric Dermatology fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh. She is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, the Society for Pediatric Dermatology, the Pennsylvania Academy of Dermatology, and the Pittsburgh Academy of Dermatology. In addition to her academic work, she serves as the Chief of Pediatric Dermatology and Pediatric Dermatologic Surgery at a prominent Pennsylvania medical center.
Pediatric and Adult Dermatologist, A private practice in FL
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Pittsburgh
Naples,
Pennsylvania
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
This qualified expert earned his BS in physics from University of Washington and his MS in mathematics from University of Oregeon. He also completed a MS in applied physics from the Oregon Graduate Institute of Science and Technology and his PhD in electrical engineering at Oregon Health and Science University. He subsequently entered an NIH-funded postgraduate fellowship in dermatology at the Oregon Health & Science University. After serving for a number of years as an associate professor in bioengineering and dermatology at the University of Missouri, he now directors the department of biomedical engineering at a private university in Pennsylvania.
Chief Scientific Officer, Two Medical Device Firms
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of California, Irvine
Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania
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
This board-certified ophthalmologist specializes in orbital and oculofacial plastic surgery, including orbital decompression, face lifting and contouring, and endonasal skull base surgery. He earned his BS in biology from the University of Texas, Arlington and his MD from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. He then went on to complete his post-graduate medical training with an internal medicine internship at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, an ophthalmology residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, and an orbital and oculofacial plastic surgery fellowship at the University of California, Los Angeles. He has authored 9 publications and given 16 presentations on topics in his field. He currently holds positions as an attending orbital and oculoplastics surgeon at an eye hospital, an ophthalmologist at a hospital and medical center, and a clinical professor of ophthalmology at a medical school, all located in Pennsylvania.
Owner & Orbital & Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon, A Private Practice in NJ
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Basking Ridge,
Pennsylvania
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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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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