Thoracic Surgery Expert Witnesses in Missouri

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Thoracic surgery expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including cardiothoracic procedures, trauma surgery, and complex chest wall reconstruction. Some of the most common specialties include lung cancer surgery, esophageal surgery, heart valve repair, and minimally invasive thoracic procedures. They can opine on the effects of surgical errors, delayed diagnosis, perioperative complications, and standard of care in thoracic operations.

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Average Thoracic Surgery Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$675/hr

Review Fee

$875/hr

Deposition Fee

$975/hr

Court Fee

Thoracic Surgery Experts in Missouri

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  • Cardiothoracic Surgery Expert Witness

    Review Fee $350/hr
    Deposition Fee $500/hr

    This highly qualified expert obtained his BS in Cellular and Molecular Biology as well as his MD from the University of Michigan. He then completed a residency in General Surgery and one in Cardiothoracic Surgery from University of Kentucky Hospital and Medical College of Virginia Hospitals, respectively. He is a fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians and American College of Surgeons. He has published 21 peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and book chapters. He is currently the Director of a major medical school-affiliated hospital as well as a Professor of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at a major medical university.

    Professor, A Major Medical University

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Michigan

    St Louis,

    Missouri

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  • Thoracic Surgery Expert Witness

    This double board certified, distinguished Professor of Thoracic Surgery is Fellow of both the American College of Surgery and the American College of Chest Physicians. He is a member of multiple professionals societies including the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery. This expert serves as a reviewer for multiple medical publications such as the Annals of Thoracic Surgery and the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. He also sits on the scientific Editorial Board for the journal Thoracic Cancer and has published 35 peer-reviewed journal articles. He has received countless honors throughout his career and has been named on numerous Top Doctor lists. He is frequently invited to lecture as a guest speaker both nationally and internationally.

    Professor of Surgery, A Tennessee Based University

    Master of Arts (MA), Brandeis University

    Tennessee

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  • Cardiology Cardiothoracic Surgery Critical Care Nursing Expert Witness

    Review Fee $350/hr
    Deposition Fee $600/hr
    Court Fee $700/hr

    This highly qualified nursing expert has extensive experience in his field and is skilled in cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, and critical care nursing. After earning his BS in nursing from Washburn University, this expert went on to obtain his MS in nursing there as well. He is certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and holds additional certifications in advanced cardiac life support and life support for the professional rescuer. He is a member of the Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses. Formerly, this expert has held roles as a laboratory phlebotomist, a patient care technician, and a staff nurse in the critical care unit at Stormont-Vail Health. Additionally, he has served as a staff nurse at Tallgrass Surgical Center. Currently, he holds the position of an APRN in the cardiology and electrophysiology unit at a KS health center and as an adjunct lecturer at a KS nursing school.

    APRN, A KS health center

    Master of Science (MS), Washburn University

    Topeka,

    Kansas

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Related Specialties

Cardiothoracic Surgery

What Can a Thoracic Surgery Expert Witness Opine On?

Lung Resection

Removal of part or all of a lung.

Thoracotomy

Surgical opening of the chest cavity.

Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)

Minimally invasive lung surgery using cameras.

Mediastinoscopy

Examination of the mediastinum area.

Pleurodesis

Procedure to eliminate pleural space.

Chest Tube Insertion

Placement of tube to drain air/fluid.

FAQs for Thoracic Surgery Expert Witnesses

What is a thoracic surgery expert witness?

A thoracic surgery expert witness is a board-certified surgeon who explains standards of care in chest, lung, and heart surgery cases. They assist by reviewing medical records, offering opinions, and testifying to clarify complex thoracic surgery issues.

In what case types can a thoracic surgery expert witness provide beneficial insights?

A thoracic surgery expert witness provides insights in medical malpractice, surgical error, misdiagnosis, standard-of-care, trauma, cardiac, pulmonary, and post‑operative complication cases.

How can a thoracic surgery expert witness evaluate alleged intraoperative negligence?

A thoracic surgery expert witness evaluates alleged intraoperative negligence by reviewing records, operative technique, complications, and comparing care to accepted surgical standards.

What thoracic surgery expert witness qualifications are most persuasive at trial?

The most persuasive thoracic surgery expert witness qualifications are board certification, active surgical practice, academic or research roles, and prior credible courtroom testimony.

How does a thoracic surgery expert witness analyze postoperative complication causation?

A thoracic surgery expert witness analyzes postoperative complication causation by reviewing records, surgical technique, standards of care, timing, risk factors, and alternative medical explanations.

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