Wound Healing Expert Witnesses

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Wound-healing expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including surgery, plastic surgery, vascular medicine, and infectious disease. Some of the most common specialties include wound care, diabetic ulcers, pressure injuries, and post-surgical complications. They can opine on the effects of delayed diagnosis, improper wound management, standard of care, and causation of injury.

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  1. Dermatology & Mohs Micrographic Surgery Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $550/hr

    This expert is board certified in dermatology and completed fellowship training in dermatologic surgery/mohs micrographic surgery at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. He is a member of the Association of Academic Dermatologic Surgeons and has authored more than 40 peer reviewed dermatology publications. He is current a professor of dermatologic surgery and cutaneous laser surgery at a major medical institution.

    Director, A university in AL

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Missouri

    Birmingham,

    Alabama

  2. Burn Care Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $700/hr

    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.

    Founder, A Laser Tattoo Removal Service in OR

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), UCLA School of Medicine

    Portland,

    Oregon

  3. Phlebology Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $425/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $650/hr
    Court Fee

    This internationally recognized vein expert has been practicing for 35 years. A Fellow of the American College of Phlebology and an Emeritus Fellow of the Australasian College of Phlebology, he has given over 120 presentations at national and international medical conferences, including keynote presentations. He is Editor for "Phlebology: The Journal of Venous Disease" and serves as a reviewer for 6 other scientific journals. The Founding President of the American Board of the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine, this expert has been chosen by his peers for inclusion in the Best Doctors in America Database for dermatology and phlebology (2011/12), while he has been named by "Vein Magazine" as one of the 25 most influential professionals worldwide in vein care. Currently, this expert is the Founder and a Physician at a private vein and dermatology practice.

    Founder and Physician, Private vein and dermatology practice

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Georgetown University

    Austin,

    Texas

  4. Dermatology & Pyoderma Gangrenosum Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $750/hr
    Deposition Fee
    Court Fee

    This expert candidate is an elite dermatologist who has over 30 years of experience in the field. He has won countless awards such as the American Medical Association's Physician Recognition Award, the Thomas G. Pearson, EdD, Memorial Education Award from the American Academy of Dermatology, and the Hippocrates Award. He is a member of the Dermatology Foundation, and a fellow of the American College of Physicians. He is currently Professor of Medicine (Dermatology) at a top tier medical university.

    Chief, A University-Affiliated Hospital in KY

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Michigan

    Louisville,

    Kentucky

  5. Plastic Surgery & Lipoplasty Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $600/hr

    This experienced Beverly Hills plastic surgeon earned his MD from the Yale University School of Medicine and pursued postgraduate training at UCSF and UCLA. Board certified in Plastic Surgery, he is a founding member of a society designed to improve wound outcomes through science and education and has been published extensively on plastic surgery matters. In addition to maintaining a successful private practice, he also teaches plastic surgery techniques at a prominent Los Angeles university.

    Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, A private practice in California

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

    Beverly Hills,

    California

  6. General Surgery Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $500/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $700/hr
    Court Fee
    $700/hr

    This board certified expert has been in clinical practice for over 10 years and is currently the Vice Chairman of the department of Surgery at his clinical institution. He is also the Program Director for the General Surgery Residency Program. He completed his residency training at the Tulsa Regional Medical Center (now Oklahoma State University Medical Center) and St. Francis Hospital. He is a member of numerous surgical associations and institutional committees that ensure excellence in surgical technique and outcomes. He is actively involved in research and his interests lie primarily in general and laparoscopic surgery, chronic wound care, complex ventral hernias, and endoscopy. Currently, he is an Associate Professor of General Surgery and staff surgeon at a major medical center.

    Attending, Multiple Medical Centers in OK

    Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Tulsa,

    Oklahoma

  7. Dermatology Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $600/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $900/hr

    This highly qualified expert earned his MD from the Medical College of Pennsylvania. He completed his residency in Dermatology from the State University of New York at Buffalo and a fellowship on Skin Oncology from Boston University Medical Center. He is board certified in Dermatology and was awarded as Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. This expert has published over 25 peer-reviewed journal articles. He is the former Chief of Dermatology of New York Downtown Hospital and currently serves as Clinical Instructor of Dermatology at a major university affiliated medical center.

    Clinical Instructor of Dermatology, Major University Affiliated Medical Center

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Medical College of Pennsylvania

    New York,

    New York

  8. General & Colorectal Surgery Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $400/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $450/hr
    Court Fee
    $500/hr

    This board certified expert earned a BS and MD from State University of New York at Stony Brook. Residency and fellowship training were completed at State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn and St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital, respectively. He has extensive surgical experience working as an Attending Surgeon in different surgical practices.

    Staff Surgeon, Regional Medical Center

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), State University of New York at Stony Brook Medical Center

    Egg Harbor Township,

    New Jersey

  9. Dermatology Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $750/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $850/hr
    Court Fee
    $850/hr

    This highly qualified expert is board certified in dermatology and has years of experience in the field. He completed his internship, residency and fellowship trainings focusing on dermatology, dermatologic oncology and mohs micrographic surgery at Columbia University. He is a member of various professional associations and a fellow at the American College of Mohs Surgery, the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. He has published 12+ peer-reviewed journal articles and serves as a reviewer for four renowned medical journals. He lectures nationwide and is currently an assistant professor of dermatology at a top 5 university, where he is also a mohs micrographic and dermatologic surgeon and the director of dermatologic surgery and global health dermatology.

    Director, A Medical School in DC

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of California, Los Angeles

    Washington,

    California

  10. Trauma & Critical Care Expert Witness

    Review Fee

    This highly qualified expert is board certified in surgical critical care and has been practicing for 12+ years. He completed his residency training in general surgery and his fellowship training in trauma and surgical critical care at the University of Miami. He also concluded a NIH research training fellowship at the University of Texas. He is a fellow at the American College of Surgeons and a member of various other professional associations, including the American Burn Association and the Society of Critical Care Medicine. He has published 35+ peer-reviewed journal articles and lectures both nationally and internationally. Currently, he is a trauma and burn surgeon and a professor of critical surgery at a major university, where he also directs the surgical residency training program. Additionally, he is the director of a major injury research center.

    Director, An injury research center in FL

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of South Florida

    Miami,

    Florida

  11. Wound Care & Family Medicine Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $500/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $600/hr

    This dual board certified expert in Family Medicine and Wound Healing and Tissue Repair received his BS from the University of Pittsburgh and DO from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed internship and residency at St. Joseph Medical Center. He is an active member of associations for his board certification. He currently is an assistant professor at an illustrious university medical center and has authored a large number of papers and abstracts.

    Associate Professor, A major university in IL

    Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Hinsdale,

    Illinois

  12. Dermatology Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $800/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $800/hr

    This highly qualified expert is board certified in Dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology. He completed his MD from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and went on to complete a residency in Dermatology from the same institute. He is currently an Assistant Professor of Dermatology at a Top Midwest University affiliated School of Medicine and an Attending Dermatologist at a Top Midwest University affiliated Medical Center. Along with his clinical responsibilities, this expert is actively involved in research with numerous active research projects under his name currently. He is also involved in publications and abstracts in widely published journals.

    Assistant Professor of Dermatology, Top University affiliated School of Medicine

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine

    Chicago,

    Illinois

  13. Family Nurse Practitioner Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $400/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $450/hr

    This highly qualified expert holds a Family Nurse Practitioner degree from Loma Linda University and her DNP from University of Colorado. She has extensive experience as a family nurse practitioner and has worked in a wide range of settings including urgent care facilities as well as primary care practices. This expert has published over 15 journal articles and lectured extensively on family care and dermatology. She specializes in non-surgical cosmetic dermatology treatments, skincare and disease prevention. This expert also remains heavily involved in the nursing community through her leadership in medical societies such as The American Association for Nurse Practitioners. Currently, this expert holds both clinical and academic roles. She is the CEO and practicing NP at a dermatology and wellness clinic and has taught as an Assistant Clinical Professor and practicing NP at a top tier nursing school.

    Councilwoman, A city in CA

    Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), University of Colorado

    Eagle,

    California

  14. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $750/hr
    Deposition Fee
    Court Fee

    This expert is an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery with attending staff appointments at multiple regional hospitals. He specializes in microsurgical free tissue transfer for the management of complex wounds, breast reconstruction, and abdominal wall reconstruction. He performs aesthetic surgery of the face, breast, and body and is a Diplomat of the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is also a Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery and Plastic Surgery Research Council.

    Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery, A Prominent LA Area University

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Harvard University

    Los Angeles,

    California

  15. Dermatology & Pediatric Dermatology Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $750/hr

    This board certified dermatologist earned a BA at the University of Pennsylvania and his MD from Cornell University Medical College. His residency training in Dermatology was completed at Hahnemann University Hospital, where he later served as a Clinical Assistant Professor. Currently, he leads a highly successful private practice in NJ.

    President and Dermatologist, A private practice in NJ

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Cornell University Medical College

    Lawrenceville,

    New Jersey

  16. Physical Therapy & Wound Care Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $250/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $350/hr
    Court Fee
    $500/hr

    This physical therapist and healthcare administrator has over 25 years of clinical experience and 12 years in managerial roles. She earned her B.S. in Physical Therapy from Texas Tech University Health Science Center and also later received a Master of Health System Management and a Master of Business Administration from Texas Woman's University. The expert worked as a Staff Physical Therapist at Fort Worth Rehabilitation Hospital, a Contract Physical Therapist with Premier Health Staff, and a Clinical Program Manager at Accelerated Care Plus. More recently, she has held managerial roles, including her current position as the Director of Physical Medicine and Wound Care Services for a general medical and surgical facility in Texas. She is a Certified Wound Specialist and Diplomate of the American Board of Wound Management, as well as a member of the American Board of Wound Management Board of Directors.

    Director of Physical Medicine and Wound Care Services, A General Medical and Surgical Hospital in Texas

    Master of Business Administration (MBA), Texas Woman's University

    Burleson,

    Texas

  17. Emergency Medicine & Wound Care Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $300/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $350/hr
    Court Fee
    $400/hr

    This qualified Emergency Medicine expert earned his MD and completed his Emergency Medicine residency at Oregon Health Sciences University. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and certified in Hyperbaric Medicine & Wound Management. He has published 3 peer-reviewed journal articles and is a current Clinical Instructor of the Emergency Medicine residency at a regional hospital in WA. Licensed in NV, WA & OR. He practices in both Wound Care and Emergency Room Medicine.

    Physician, Two Major Wound Healing Clinics in Washington

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Oregon Health Sciences University

    Las Vegas,

    Nevada

  18. Dermatology & Pediatric Dermatology Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $600/hr

    This expert, triple-board certified in Pediatric Dermatology, Dermatology and Pediatrics, earned her MD from the University of Pittsburgh and completed her Pediatric residency at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, where she served as pediatric chief resident. She also completed a Dermatology residency, Dermatology chief residency and Pediatric Dermatology fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh. She is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, the Society for Pediatric Dermatology, the Pennsylvania Academy of Dermatology, and the Pittsburgh Academy of Dermatology. In addition to her academic work, she serves as the Chief of Pediatric Dermatology and Pediatric Dermatologic Surgery at a prominent Pennsylvania medical center.

    Pediatric and Adult Dermatologist, A private practice in FL

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Pittsburgh

    Naples,

    Pennsylvania

  19. Wound Care Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $250/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $250/hr
    Court Fee
    $250/hr

    This expert reviews several cases per year, and is willing to testify in court.

    Wound Care Consultant, Private Practice

    Bachelor of Science (BS), Filamer Christian University

    Chicago,

    Illinois

  20. Burn Injury & Medical Device Expert Witness

    This highler qualified expert has two decades of experience in basic and applied reserach in the thermal sciences. He has published well over 100 scientific papers dealing with biological heat transfer, burn injuries, and medical devices, among others. He has consulted for many companies in the medical device field and has presented well over 100 technical presentations at conferences and meetings. He is a Full Professor at a major Minnesota University.

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

    Minnesota

What Can a Wound Healing Expert Witness Opine On?

Wound Debridement

Removal of dead tissue from wounds.

Suture Placement

Stitching to close a wound effectively.

Dressing Change

Replacing wound dressings for cleanliness.

Negative Pressure Wound Therapy

Using suction to promote healing.

Skin Grafting

Transplanting skin to cover wounds.

Wound Assessment

Evaluating wound healing progress regularly.

FAQs for Wound Healing Expert Witnesses

What is a wound healing expert witness?

A wound healing expert witness is a medical specialist who evaluates how wounds form and recover and explains standards of care. They assist by reviewing medical records, assessing wound treatment, testifying in court, and clarifying complex wound care issues.

What types of cases can a wound healing expert witness provide assistance with?

A wound healing expert witness assists with pressure ulcers, surgical wound complications, diabetic ulcers, infection, delayed healing, amputation, and wound care malpractice cases.

How can a wound healing expert witness evaluate standard-of-care deviations?

A wound healing expert witness evaluates standard-of-care deviations by reviewing records, treatment timelines, and clinical guidelines to determine if care met accepted wound management standards.

What qualifications should a wound healing expert witness possess?

A wound healing expert witness should be a licensed medical professional with specialized wound care training, clinical experience, and prior medico-legal or forensic testimony experience.

How does a wound healing expert witness assess causation in tissue breakdown?

A wound healing expert witness assesses causation in tissue breakdown by reviewing medical records, timing, risk factors, and care standards to link specific actions or omissions to the injury.

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