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This qualified expert of Addiction Medicine obtained his BS in Foreign Service from Georgetown University, his Pre-Med Certificate from the University of Maryland College Park, and his MPH and his MD from Tulane University. He completed his internship in Internal Medicine at Georgetown University School of Medicine, his Residency in Pediatrics at Weill Cornell Medical College, his Fellowship in Pediatrics at Columbia University of Physicians and Surgeons, and his Fellowship in Medical Ethics at Harvard Medical School. He is Board Certified in Pediatrics and Addiction Medicine and is a member of New York State Justice Center Medical Review Board (Appointed by the Governor) and several prestigious Psychiatry Medical Societies. He has 6 Publications related to Addiction Medicine research. He is currently an Attending Physician in Addiction Medicine for a Hospital in New York, an Assistant Attending Physician in Pediatric Emergency Medicine at a Top Hospital in New York, an Associate Professor of Psychiatry for a Medical School in New York and a Clinical Instructor of Pediatrics for a Top Tier Medical School.
Attending Physician in Addiction Medicine, Hospital in New York
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Tulane University School of Medicine
New York,
New York
This highly qualified expert earned her MD from the American University of Beirut in Lebanon. She then went on to complete her Residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Psychiatry. After her residency, she then completed her fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry at Case Western Reserve University. She subsequently obtained her certification as a Medical Review Officer. In addition, this expert is the American Psychiatric Association's Early Career Psychiatry Trustee at Large, serving on the Board of Trustees of the American Psychiatric Association. She also sits on several Councils and Committees for the APA. She is recognized as an expert in the fields of Addiction Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry. This member is a member of numerous medical societies that include being a Fellow of The American Psychiatric Association, a Member of the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry, The Brooklyn Psychiatric Society, The New York State Psychiatric Association, The American Academy of Psychiatry and Law, and The Medical Society of the State of New York. This expert has published 9 articles and 1 book chapter. Formerly, this expert was a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Stony Brook. Currently, this expert is an Inpatient Unit Director at A New York Medical Center.
Emergency Room Psychiatrist, A medical center in NY
Doctor of Medicine (MD), American University of Beirut, Lebanon
New York,
New York
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What Can a Substance Abuse Expert Witness Opine On?
Detoxification
Clearing substances from the body safely.
Counseling
Therapeutic sessions to address addiction.
Medication Management
Using medications to aid recovery.
Relapse Prevention Planning
Strategies to avoid return to substance use.
Support Group Facilitation
Guiding group discussions for shared experiences.
Assessment and Evaluation
Identifying substance use issues and needs.
FAQs for Substance Abuse Expert Witnesses
What is a substance abuse expert witness?
A substance abuse expert witness is a qualified professional who explains addiction, treatment, and impairment in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, giving expert testimony, and clarifying complex substance abuse issues.
What types of cases may benefit from the expertise of a substance abuse expert witness?
A substance abuse expert witness assists in DUI/DWI, drug possession, child custody, workplace impairment, medical malpractice, criminal defense, and personal injury cases.
How can a substance abuse expert witness strengthen causation analysis?
A substance abuse expert witness strengthens causation analysis by linking substance use patterns, medical evidence, and behavior to the alleged incident with scientifically grounded opinions.
What credentials should a substance abuse expert witness possess?
A qualified substance abuse expert witness should hold relevant clinical licenses, advanced addiction certifications, and extensive experience in substance abuse assessment and treatment.
How does a substance abuse expert witness evaluate impairment at a specific time?
A substance abuse expert witness evaluates impairment at a specific time by reviewing records, test results, behavior, timelines, and scientific evidence to link substance use to functioning.
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