Postoperative Infection Expert Witnesses in Massachusetts

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Postoperative infection expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including surgery, infectious disease, internal medicine, orthopedics, and plastic surgery. Some of the most common postoperative infection expert witness specialties also include wound care, hospital-acquired infections, surgical complications, antibiotic resistance, and sepsis management. They can opine on the effects of surgical procedures, hospital sanitation practices, antibiotic use, patient aftercare, and medical negligence.

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Review Fee $500/hr
Deposition Fee $500/hr
Court Fee $500/hr

This qualified expert earned his BS from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and his MD from Stanford University School of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Mt. Sinai Hospital and his fellowships in rheumatology and clinical immunology at Yale University School of Medicine. In addition to being board certified in internal medicine and rheumatology, this expert has extensive experience in clinical work, academia, and the pharmacy industry. Early in his career, he served as an Internist and Chief of Internal Medicine at Westchester Community Health Plan and Chief of Rheumatology at VAMC-Syracuse. He was a Professor at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in the Department of Pediatrics, Medicine, and Molecular Genetics and Microbiology. This expert was also the Medical Director of Immunology at Bristol-Myers Squibb's Pharmaceutical Research Institute, Vice President of NovoNordisk's Medical-Science Inflammation Department, and Vice President of Immunology and Rheumatology at Parexel International. Currently, he is a Clinical Professor at a medical school in New Jersey and is President of a firm that provides consultation services in immunology and rheumatology focusing on molecules in development.

Clinical Professor, A Top Medical School in NJ

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

Stockbridge,

Massachusetts

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What Can a Postoperative Infection Expert Witness Opine On?

Wound Debridement

Removal of dead or infected tissue.

Antibiotic Therapy

Administration of antibiotics to combat infection.

Drain Placement

Insertion of drains to remove excess fluid.

Surgical Revision

Reoperation to correct infection-related issues.

Culturing Infected Tissue

Testing samples to identify infection sources.

Wound Closure

Reconstructing the wound after infection management.

FAQs for Postoperative Infection Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a postoperative infection expert witness?

A postoperative infection expert witness provides insight into cases involving surgical complications, specifically infections that occur after surgery. They can testify on standard care procedures, causation, and damages.

What types of cases might require a postoperative infection expert witness?

Cases involving allegations of medical malpractice, negligence in post-surgery care, improper sterilization techniques, or failure to diagnose/treat an infection may require such an expert.

How can a postoperative infection expert witness help in a medical malpractice lawsuit?

These experts can review medical records, identify if there was a breach in the standard of care leading to the infection, and provide testimony on the impact of the infection on the patient's health.

Are there subspecialties within the field of postoperative infections?

Yes, some experts may specialize in specific types of surgeries like orthopedic, cardiac, or gastrointestinal which have unique risks and standards for preventing postoperative infections.

Why is it important to hire an expert with experience in the specific type of surgery involved in my case?

Each type of surgery has its own set of protocols and risks. An expert with experience in the specific surgery can provide more accurate insights into whether proper procedures were followed.

How does Expert Institute select its Postoperative Infection expert witnesses?

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