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Average Surgery Expert Witnesses Court Fees
$550/hr
Review Fee
$800/hr
Deposition Fee
$1000/hr
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This qualified expert earned his BS and MS at the University of Southern California and his MD at the Georgetown School of Medicine; he completed a general surgery internship at the University of California at Los Angeles, an orthopedic surgery residency at the Tulane University School of Medicine, and a foot & ankle surgery fellowship at the Miller Orthopaedic Clinic. This expert's expertise is highlighted by his 20+ published peer-reviewed journal articles and his extensive experience as course faculty giving over 200 presentations worldwide. He is the Founder of a Foot and Ankle Institute and the Director of an Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Fellowship. Additionally, he is orthopaedic consultant for a Nevada collegiate sports program, taking care of all their athletes over the past 10 years. He is also involved with medical school training of students and residence in orthopedic surgery.
Team Physician, University Sports Program in NV
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Georgetown University School of Medicine
Henderson,
Nevada
This expert is a board-certified surgeon with a clinical fellowship in burn care. He is the director of a regional burn center and he has previously served as the chair for the department of surgery. In addition, he has published articles in the Journal of Burn Care and Rehabilitation.
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Doctor of Medicine (MD), UCLA School of Medicine
Portland,
Oregon
This expert is a board-certified general surgeon who has over 25 years of experience as a chief/director of surgery. He is extensively published in general surgery and in particular on disease of the liver, pancreas, bile duct, hernia, bowel obstruction, and laparoscopic surgery. He holds a major medical patent, is actively involved in teaching, research and serves as an editor for several prominent medical journals.
Clinical Professor, A University in WA
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of California, Irvine
Mercer Island,
Washington
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What Can a Surgery Expert Witness Opine On?
Appendectomy
Removal of the appendix due to appendicitis.
Cholecystectomy
Surgical removal of the gallbladder.
Hernia Repair
Correction of hernias to relieve discomfort.
Mastectomy
Surgical removal of breast tissue.
Knee Replacement
Replacing damaged knee joints with prosthetics.
Cataract Surgery
Removal of cloudy lens from the eye.
FAQs for Surgery Expert Witnesses
What is the role of a surgical expert witness in legal proceedings?
A surgical expert witness provides insight into standard surgical procedures, patient care, and potential malpractice. They can review medical records, provide testimony, and clarify complex surgical issues.
What types of cases can a surgery expert witness handle?
Surgery expert witnesses can handle a variety of cases including medical malpractice, personal injury, wrongful death, product liability, and workers' compensation claims.
How can a surgical expert witness help in a medical malpractice case?
In a medical malpractice case, a surgical expert witness can identify if there was a deviation from standard care during surgery which led to patient harm or death.
Are there subspecialties within the field of surgery for which I can find an expert witness?
Yes, there are many subspecialties in surgery such as cardiothoracic, neurosurgery, orthopedic, plastic and reconstructive surgery. Expert witnesses are available for these subspecialties.
Why is it important to have a surgical expert witness with experience in the specific type of surgery involved in my case?
Each type of surgery has unique standards and procedures. An expert with specific experience can accurately assess whether those standards were met or breached.
How does Expert Institute select its Surgery expert witnesses?
Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.