Trauma Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witnesses in Iowa

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Trauma orthopedic surgery expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including emergency medicine, sports medicine, rehabilitation, and occupational health. Some of the most common specialties include fracture management, joint reconstruction, spinal trauma, workplace injuries, and post-surgical complications. They can opine on the effects of acute trauma, long-term disability, standard of care, causation, and future medical needs.

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Average Trauma Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$650/hr

Review Fee

$975/hr

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  • Review Fee $200/hr
    Deposition Fee $300/hr

    This certified physician assistant has assumed numerous clinical and academic PA roles across the country throughout his 10+ year career, and is responsible for training and lecturing incoming physician assistant students. He is also a member of such prestigious professional societies as the American Academy of Physician Assistants, where he is also a distinguished fellow. His clinical focus is in orthopedic surgery.

    Clinical Instructor, University

    Master of Science (MS), University of Nebraska Medical Center

    Sun Prairie,

    Wisconsin

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  • Review Fee $350/hr
    Deposition Fee $450/hr
    Court Fee $650/hr

    This board certified family medicine practitioner earned his BA and MD from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. He belongs to a number of prestigious medical societies, including the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Association of Medical Review Officers, and the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. This expert is also a supremely experienced medical examiner, having performed more than 30,000 DOT exams since 2009. He is currently a physician and medical director in private practice servicing a nationwide trucking company.

    Medical Director, A private practice in MO

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Medicine

    Springfield,

    Missouri

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  • This extremely qualified and fellowship trained expert earned both his BA and MD from University of Chicago. He completed an internship at UNC followed by a residency in orthopedic surgery at University of Chicago. This expert pursued his expertise in hand surgery by completing two hand surgery fellowships in Switzerland. He is board certified in orthopedic surgery with advanced qualification in hand surgery. This expert's career has been highlighted by numerous awards including America's Best Physicians for 6 years straight and The Gerald S. Laros Resident Teaching Award. He is also an accomplished scholar in his field as an author of over 50 journal articles, 2 books and several book chapters. In addition, he has delivered over 100 lectures and presentations on the national and international stage. Formerly, this expert was an associate professor of Clinical Surgery at University of Chicago. Currently, he is Director of the Hand and Microsurgery Service as well as Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at a major university medical school.

    Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Top Tier University

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine

    Illinois

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  • Review Fee $800/hr

    This expert earned his BA in Chemistry from Washington University and a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. After receiving his PhD, he earned his MD from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. The expert completed his residency in Neurological Surgery at the Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Saint Louis Children's Hospital in association with the Washington University School of Medicine, and he went on to complete several prestigious fellowships. These fellowships focused in Spinal Surgery, Neuroscience/Neurosurgery, Biomedical Engineering, and Neurobiology. He is also active in his field as a member of numerous medical societies including the Joint Spine Section, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the North American Spine Society and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. In addition, he has published over 40 journal articles, been invited to present at numerous conferences regarding Neurosurgery and holds 3 patents. The expert currently holds the position of Assistant Professor in Neurosurgery at a medical school in Missouri.

    Assistant Professor, A Medical School in MO

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    St. Louis,

    Missouri

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  • Review Fee $500/hr

    This highly qualified expert earned his BA from the University of Illinois and his MD from The Chicago Medical School. He then went on to complete a residency in orthopedic surgery at Rush University Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine at Massachusetts General of Harvard University. He is active in his field as a member of American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and Illinois State Medical Society. He has published 15+ journal articles. He is currently an orthopedic surgeon in a private practice in Illinois.

    Orthopedic Surgeon, An IL private practice

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), The Chicago Medical School

    Elgin,

    Illinois

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What Can a Trauma Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witness Opine On?

Fracture fixation

Stabilizing broken bones with hardware.

Joint reduction

Realigning dislocated joints for stability.

Soft tissue repair

Reconstructing damaged muscles or tendons.

Arthroscopy

Minimally invasive joint examination and treatment.

Limb salvage surgery

Preserving limbs affected by trauma.

Pelvic and acetabular surgery

Repairing fractures in the pelvic region.

FAQs for Trauma Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witnesses

What is a trauma orthopedic surgery expert witness?

A trauma orthopedic surgery expert witness is a specialized surgeon who explains complex bone and joint injuries in legal cases. They assist by reviewing medical records, giving expert testimony, and clarifying orthopedic trauma issues.

In what case types may a trauma orthopedic surgery expert witness be beneficial?

A trauma orthopedic surgery expert witness is beneficial in personal injury, workplace accidents, auto collisions, medical malpractice, product liability, and sports injury cases.

How can a trauma orthopedic surgery expert witness assess causation of musculoskeletal injuries?

A trauma orthopedic surgery expert witness assesses causation of musculoskeletal injuries by correlating medical records, imaging, biomechanics, and injury timelines with the claimed event.

What trauma orthopedic surgery expert witness credentials are most persuasive at trial?

The most persuasive trauma orthopedic surgery expert witness has board certification, fellowship training, extensive trauma case experience, academic publications, and prior courtroom testimony.

How does a trauma orthopedic surgery expert witness evaluate long-term functional impairment?

A trauma orthopedic surgery expert witness evaluates long-term functional impairment by reviewing records, imaging, exams, and tests to assess permanent limitations and future work capacity.

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