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Knee Replacement Expert Witnesses

Knee replacement expert witnesses and consultants listed here may be able to form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, provide expert witness testimony at deposition and/or trial as or serve as consulting (non-testifying) experts on knee replacement. The knee replacement expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Foot & Ankle Surgery, Independent Medical Examinations, Oncology, Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical, Spine Surgery & Spine Care, and Sports Medicine.

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John O'Shea

Physician Associate Orthopedic Surgery Expert

OrthoHealth PLLC

Flagstaff, Arizona

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine - Shoulder elbow hand, Shoulder replacement, knee replacement, rotator cuff tear, impingment, fracture, dislocations, sports medicine, osteoarthritis, ORIF, preoperative, Postoperative care, nerve injury, workers compensation, frozen shoulder, meniscus tear, trigger finger, DVT, physician associate

John O’Shea is a highly skilled Physician Associate with a Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Orthopedic Surgery. With extensive expertise in sports medicine, upper extremity orthopedic conditions, joint replacements, fracture care and general orthopedics, he has first-assisted in over 1,000 surgical procedures. His surgical first assist experience spans a wide range of cases, including carpal and trigger finger releases, complex fracture fixations, tendon transfers, shoulder/knee scopes, and both partial and total joint arthroplasties. As a trusted provider, John manages his own clinic schedule, overseeing patient care from initial evaluations and orthopedic urgent care to pre-operative planning, post-operative management, and workers’ compensation cases. With six years of hands-on experience and countless hours collaborating with top orthopedic surgeons, he has developed the ability to assess and predict patient conditions, long-term disabilities, and appropriate treatm...

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Kirt M Kimball, MD

Kirt Kimball MD PC

California

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine - trauma, complex Orthopedic conditions, knee, shoulder, spine, knee replacement, hip replacement, shoulder replacement, work related, apportionment issues, pre-existing issues, fractures, arthroscopy

Experienced in IME, AME, evaluation in California. Have ability to make sense out of complex musculoskeletal situations including issues of apportionment and impact of preexisting conditions. My years of experience in general orthopedic conditions as well as subspecialty focus have equipped me with a skill set in evaluating complex issues. Brigham Young University (BYU) 1965-’69. Univ. Of Southern California (USC) 1969-70 Univ. of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) M.D. Degree 1970-1974 Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Medical Honor Society Surgical Internship: Orange County Medical Center1974-75. Orthopedic Surgery Residency: Los Angeles Orthopedic Hospital 1975-79. Univ. of Southern California (USC) – Orthopedic Surgery Residency Diplomat, National Board of Medical Examiners1975 Diplomat, American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons1980 Fellow, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)1981-present Fellow, American Orthopedic Society Sports Medicine (AOSSM)1982-pr...

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Michael Krosin, MD

Castro Valley, California

Orthopedic Surgery, Foot & Ankle Surgery - Fracture, infection, nonunion, ankle, knee replacement, hip replacement, revision, arthroplasty, osteomyelitis, malunion, orthopedic trauma

My name is Michael Krosin, MD. I am an Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon in a high volume clinical and academic practice. I have been in practice for ten years. My clinical focus is orthopedic trauma surgery including complex and revision fracture care, infections and post traumatic deformity. In addition I have a busy elective practice in primary and revision hip and knee replacement as well as elective foot and ankle surgery. I am involved in teaching nationally as well as with my residents and am regarded as an engaging and thoughtful teacher with excellent interpersonal relationships and presence. I have several published articles in peer-reviewed journals, have served on quality committees and ethics committees, and spent several years as Departmental Chair. I am still 100% clinical inclusive of my teaching duties. I find medico-legal work to be very engaging and have finally found the space for a greater involvement in my practice. I have a commitment to the highest standar...

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Benjamin Busfield, MD, FAAOS, FACS

Fellowship trained + double Board Certified Ortho

Diablo Orthopedic Consultants

Alamo, California

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine - Shoulder replacement, hip replacement, knee replacement, joint replacement, fractures, trauma, personal injury, arthroscopic surgery, General Orthopedics, Published research

Fellowship trained and Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, fellow of AAOS and ACS, nearly 20 years of practice as a community general Orthopedic Surgeon with an emphasis in arthroscopic surgery, author of over 15 peer reviewed journal articles. He treats all aspects of Orthopedics for one stop shopping for patient care. Nearly 20 years experience with legal consulting including product liability, personal injury, and malpractice claims. Our office is able to have documents reviewed on a rush basis to meet any deadline, and typically reports are written within 24 hours of an IME. We take both defense and plaintiff cases. Dr. Benjamin Busfield specializes in arthroscopy, care of athletes, and sports-related injuries. His interests include injuries to the shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee. He also treats most pathology in the field and non-operative care for spinal pain. He completed an additional year of Fellowship training for Sports Medicine and arthrosco...

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STEVEN ZOURABIAN, DO

Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon - East Bay

Pleasanton, California

Orthopedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Trauma, Pelvis Surgery, Trauma, Infection, Hip replacement, Knee replacement, Board Certified

My name is Steven Zourabian and I am a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon who specializes in Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery. My treatment principles prioritize maximizing patient outcomes utilizing the latest research and philosophies. My passion lies in restoring a person’s function and helping people to regain their lives through a patient centered and holistic approach. I received his Bachelor of Science degree in Physiological Sciences from UCLA. I obtained my medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, and went on to complete my internship and residency at the Valley Orthopaedic Surgery Residency in Modesto, CA. I then pursued an Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship at the University of Missouri, where I trained with renowned and internationally recognized Orthopaedic Traumatologists. I specialize in severe musculoskeletal injuries with an emphasis on complex pelvis and acetabular fractures, periarticular fractures, treatment of polytraumatized patients, nonunion, ma...

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Robert P. Mack, MD

Integrated Medical Evaluations

Denver, Colorado

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine - knee surgery, knee replacement, knee arthroscopy, hip surgery, hip replacement, shoulder surgery, orthopedic rehabilitation, sports medicine, musculo-skeletal injuries

B.A. Princeton University 1957 20 years in Cleveland, Ohio: MD from CWRU in 1961 Orthopaedic training at University Hospitals, complete 1966 Full time Orthopaedic Faculty at CWRU until 1977 20 years in Denver, Colorado: full time private practice specializing in total joint replacement and Sports Medicine Currently: Level II certified for Worker's Comp in Colorado, and QME certified in California. Performing IME's, record reviews and expert testimony,

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David Lent, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Southern Westchester Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Associates

Florida

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine - Hip Replacement, Knee replacement, joint replacement, robotic surgery, adult reconstruction, partial knee replacement, MAKOplasty, orthopedic trauma surgery, knee arthroscopy, shoulder arthroscopy, anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, rotator cuff repair

F.A.A.O.S. Board certified Dr David Lent is a board certified orthopedic surgeon licensed in New York and Florida specializing in Joint replacement surgery and sports medicine. He has been in clinical practice in Westchester and the Bronx for the past 28 years at the Southern Westchester Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Associates. He is now chief of the Robotic Joint Replacement Center at St Joseph’s Medical Center. Dr Lent is a world leader in robotic hip and knee replacement surgery (MAKOplasty) and travels the country extensively lecturing and instructing surgeons in robotics. Dr Lent has been featured in the Westchester Magazine as one of Westchester County’s “Top Doctors” and has been list in Castle and Connolly for over a decade. Over the past ten years, Dr Lent has become a leader in expert testimony for both plaintiffs and defendants. He specializes in case review prior to legal action as well as court and deposition testimony.

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Marc F Matarazzo, MD

Fellowship-trained Sports Medicine Specialist

Elite Sports Medicine

Jupiter, Florida

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine - Knee, Elbow, Shoulder, Knee replacement, Arthroscopy, Shoulder replacement, Rotator cuff tear, ACL tear, Meniscus tear, PCL tear, Articular cartilage injury, Collateral ligament tear, Labrum tear, Arthritis

Board certified, fellowship trained Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine specialist with over 23 years experience. 15+ years of legal case experience Full-time private practice

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John Thomas

Trusted Orthopedic Expert for Medicolegal Cases

Intercoastal Medical Group

Sarasota, Florida

Orthopedic Surgery - orthopedic, orthopaedic, spine, hip, knee, ankle, neck, elbow, shoulder, hand, foot, wrist, nerve injury, fracture, PIP, slip and fall, malpractice, causation, hip replacement, knee replacement

Dr. John Thomas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Orlando Health and a Reconstructive and Hip Preservation Fellowship at Orthopedic Centers of Colorado in Denver. He maintains hospital affiliations with Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, Doctors Hospital, and Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Thomas has experience performing Compulsory Medical Examinations (CMEs) and Independent Medical Record Reviews, demonstrating his competence in providing objective medical assessments and his comfort offering expert opinion within the legal arena. His expertise in orthopedic surgery and reconstructive care positions him to evaluate causation, treatment appropriateness, and surgical decision-making across a wide range of conditions - from general orthopedic issues to complex knee and hip pathology. Known for his clear communication and thorough, well-reasoned reports, Dr. Thomas is highly responsive and readily ava...

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Kojo Marfo, MD

Experienced Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witness

Plantation, Florida

Orthopedic Surgery, Independent Medical Examinations - Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, Hip Fractures, Femur Fractures, Tibia Fractures, General Orthopedics, Knee Arthroscopy, Hip, Knee, Ankle, Foot, Femur, Meniscus, Personal Injury, Work Injury, Leg, Fractures, Tears, Malpractice Defense

Kojo Marfo, MD is a board certified Orthopedic surgeon with fellowship-training in adult reconstruction of the hip and knee. He trained at some of the top institutions in the world. He is now in private practice in Broward County, Florida. He cares for patients with a vast array of injuries including car accidents, work accidents, and those with other debilitating orthopedic issues. Some common conditions treated include hip arthritis, knee arthritis, hip fractures, femur fractures, tibia fractures, patella fractures, ankle fractures, patella tendon tears, quadriceps tendon tears, meniscal tears, and many more painful conditions. He also performs malpractice defense expert witnessing and testimony. He is not only highly trained and skilled, but he is commonly commended for his personality, likability, and relatability--One of his major strengths is being able to explain concepts and topics such that the lay person can understand. He has active state medical licenses in Florida a...

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Rory Sandberg, MD, MBA

Hip & Knee Replacement Expert-Fellowship Trained

Bone and Joint Orthopedic Legal Consulting, LLC

Fishers, Indiana

Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical - Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, Joint Replacement, Partial Knee Replacement, Revision Knee Replacement, Revision Hip Replacement, Infected Joint Replacement, Hip Fracture, Periprosthetic Fracture, Fractures, Failed Joint Replacement, Knee Arthroscopy, Arthritis, Meniscal Injury, Implant Failure, Metal on Metal, Standard of Care

I am a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction and extensive clinical experience in primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty. My practice has focused on joint replacement surgery for more than seven years, and I have served as Medical Director of Total Joint Programs at multiple hospitals, where I developed standardized surgical pathways, perioperative protocols, and data-driven quality initiatives aimed at improving safety and outcomes. My leadership experience includes serving as Chair of Orthopedic Surgery at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital and leading the orthopedic service line for IU Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine–Muncie. I have been actively involved in system and hospital committees focused on peer review, perioperative governance, opioid stewardship, credentialing, and strategic orthopedic program development. These roles have given me deep experience with standards of care, clinical compliance, patient safety, and ...

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Phillip H Behrens, IV, MD

Spine, Hip & Knee Orthopedic Surgeon

Phillip H Behrens MD LLC

Evansville, Indiana

Spine Surgery & Spine Care, Orthopedic Surgery - Hip dislocation, Spinal Cord Injury, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Back pain, Neck pain, Knee replacement, Hip replacement, shoulder replacement, fracture, postoperative infection, Cervical spine injury, Failed back surgery syndrome, Lumbar disc herniation, Degenerative disc disease, Spinal stenosis, Compression fracture

To Whom It May Concern, At the age of 17, I was accepted to Indiana University School of Medicine through the 8-year BS/MD program. At my college graduation, I was awarded the President's Medal--the highest award given to a graduating senior. In medical school, I graduated as a member of Alpha Omega Alpha, which recognizes the top 15% of medical school graduates. I completed my residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills, California. I completed a minimally invasive and outpatient spine surgery fellowship at Masson Spine Institute in Orlando, FL under the tutelage of neurosurgeon, Robert Masson, MD. For the past 4 years, I have practiced in private practice, hospital employed, and academic environments. I contributed extensively to the scientific literature with over 40 publications, book chapters, abstracts, and presentations. I have been recognized for research excellence with awards from the WOA (Western Orthopaedic Association), ORS (Orthopaedic Research Societ...

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Benjamin Schwartz, MD, MBA

Orthopedic Surgeon – Joint Replacement Expert

Beverly, Massachusetts

Orthopedic Surgery - Joint Replacement Surgery, Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, Revision Hip Replacement, Revision Knee Replacement, Adult Reconstruction, Hip Fracture, Joint Replacement

Board-certified orthopedic surgeon, fellowship trained in adult reconstruction with a clinical focus on primary and revision total hip and knee arthroplasty. Former high-volume joint replacement surgeon with experience in hospital and ambulatory surgery center settings. Clinical expertise includes complex joint reconstruction, periprosthetic fracture, prosthetic joint infection, instability, stiffness, malalignment, and management of failed arthroplasty. Current Chair of the Practice Management Committee for the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. Editorial Board member and Elite Reviewer for The Journal of Arthroplasty. Castle Connolly Top Doctor. Provides medical record review, standard of care analysis, causation opinions, and independent medical evaluations.

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Edward Cheng, M.D.

Harvard trained, full professor, experienced

University of Minnesota

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Orthopedic Surgery, Oncology - tumor, bone tumor, soft tissue tumor, sarcoma, cancer, bone cancer, orthopedic oncology, joint replacement, hip replacement, knee replacement, osteonecrosis, avascular necrosis, amputation, revision, arthroplasty, limb salvage, soft tissue sarcoma, soft tissue cancer, joint infection, prosthesis

I am a board certified, practicing, academic orthopaedic surgeon, and currently hold the positions listed below. CURRENT POSITIONS 1. Professor, Mairs Family Endowed Chair, Orthopedic Surgery, University of Minnesota 2. Head, Section of Adult Reconstructive and Musculoskeletal Tumor Surgery 3. Disease Team Lead, Bone and Soft Tissue Service Line, Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota 4. Lead, Musculoskeletal Service Line, Acute care, M Health-Fairview Health system 5. Director, Adult Reconstruction Joint Replacement Fellowship 6. Chairperson, US-FDA Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee, 9/1/2024-8-31/2028. For over 34 years, my professional activities have been performing surgical procedures on patients with musculoskeletal cancers and/or joint replacements for limb salvage/reconstruction, teaching, research, and consulting services. As an endowed full professor, I have trained surgeons since 1990 (>272 residents ...

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Ian English

Orthopedic Tumors and Joint Replacements

Washington University Orthopedics

St. Louis, Missouri

Orthopedic Surgery, Oncology - Musculoskeletal Oncology, Bone Tumors, Muscle Tumors, Connective Tissue Tumors, Sarcoma, Metastatic Carcinoma, Pediatric Bone Tumors, Pathologic Fracture, Delayed Diagnosis, Missed Diagnosis, Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, Revision Hip Replacement, Revision Knee Replacement, Infected Joint Replacement, Amputation, Nerve Tumor

Dr. Ian English is Division Chief of Orthopedic Tumor Surgery at Washington University School of Medicine, where he specializes in the management of complex bone and soft tissue tumors in both pediatric and adult patients. His clinical practice is focused on high-acuity cases, including malignant tumors, limb salvage, and the surgical management of complications such as infection, bone loss, and deformity. In addition to tumor surgery, Dr. English has extensive experience in complex hip and knee reconstruction, particularly revision procedures in the setting of prior surgical failure, infection, or mechanical complications. He also provides care for patients requiring or recovering from upper and lower extremity amputation. He frequently evaluates cases involving delayed diagnosis, surgical complications, infection, and limb salvage decision-making. Dr. English completed fellowship training in orthopedic oncology at the University of Florida, one of the longest-standing tumor prog...

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Zachary Shirley, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon – Hip & Knee Specialist

Specialty Experts

Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Orthopedic Surgery - Primary total hip arthroplasty & revision, Degenerative and traumatic joint pathology, Primary total knee arthroplasty, hip replacement, Hip and femur fracture care, Knee replacement, Postoperative outcomes and standard of care, Arthroplasty complications: infection loosening stiffness periprosthetic fracture

Dr. Zachary Shirley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in adult joint replacement. He is actively practicing full-time in New Jersey, performing primary and revision hip ad knee replacements and managing the full range of arthroplasty complications including infection, loosening, stiffness, and periprosthetic fracture. He also treats hip and femur fractures across a primarily middle-aged to elderly patient population. Dr. Shirley completed his orthopedic surgery residency at UT Southwestern/Parkland, where he served as Administrative Chief Resident, followed by a fellowship in Adult Reconstruction at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He has been in clinical practice for six years and brings current, high-volume surgical experience to every case review. He offers record review, causation and standard of care opinions, independent medical evaluations, and deposition testimony, with a focus on joint replacement outcomes and complications. Dr. Shirley ...

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David Lent, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Southern Westchester Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Associates

New Rochelle, New York

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Randall R Wroble, MD

Knee and Shoulder Surgery

COLUMBUS, Ohio

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine - knee surgery, shoulder surgery, sports injuries, knee replacement, robotic knee surgery, wrestling injuries, hockey injuries, knee arthroscopy, shoulder arthroscopy

Dr Wroble has been in the private practice of orthopedic surgery for over 30 years. Dr. Wroble has performed over 10,000 orthopedic surgical procedures primarily involving the knee or shoulder and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Team physician for professional, Olympic, college and high school teams. Many years of resident and student teaching. Extensive speaking experience at the local, state, and national level. Numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and book authorship. Provided expert testimony in numerous depositions and reviewed records for dozens of cases. Expert consulting assisting both plaintiff and defense in issues regarding standard of care, surgical complications, and injury causation. Priority availability for scheduling meetings and depositions. Reliably meeting required deadlines. Willing to travel throughout the United States. Taking complex medical case and communicating the pertinent facts in a clear, simple, and organize...

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Christopher Travers, MD

Joint Replacement Surgeon - UPenn Faculty

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Orthopedic Surgery - Joint Replacement, Adult Reconstruction, Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, Total Hip, Total Knee, Arthroplasty, Robotic Knee Replacement, Robotic Hip Replacement, Hip Replacement Revision, Knee Replacement Revision, PJI, Joint Infection, Partial Knee, Partial Hip, Periprosthetic Fracture, Revision

Dr. Travers is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon with fellowship training in adult reconstruction (joint replacement) and is on faculty at the University of Pennsylvania. He serves as the Director of the Orthopaedic Robotics and Navigation Program at UPenn and is the lead educator for the arthroplasty training curriculum - providing clinical/intraoperative training for medical students, residents, and fellows. He is also the Lead Orthopaedic Quality and Safety Officer at Pennsylvania Hospital. His clinical interests and expertise include total hip replacement, total knee replacement, navigation and robotic technologies, complex revision knee and hip replacement surgery, periprosthetic fracture, periprosthetic infection, and general orthopaedics/trauma. He practices and maintains medical licenses in the states of Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

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Nicholas D. Iagulli, MD

Arthroscopic, Robotic, and Sports Ortho Surgeon

RIO Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Dallas, Texas

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine - Shoulder Injuries, Shoulder Replacement, Robotic Surgery, Fractures, Total Joints, Knee Injuries, Regenerative Medicine, Elbow Injuries, Hip Replacement, Hip Injuries, Stem Cells, Knee Replacement, Arthroscopic Surgery, Platelet Rich Plasma

Dr. Nicholas Iagulli is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopic and robotic-assisted surgery of the shoulder, knee, hip, and elbow. He maintains an active, high-volume private practice in Texas and provides comprehensive operative and non-operative care for sports injuries, degenerative conditions, traumatic injuries, and complex reconstructive cases. Dr. Iagulli completed advanced fellowship training in arthroscopic surgery, sports medicine, and minimally invasive orthopedic surgery. He routinely performs complex procedures including rotator cuff repair, labral repair, biceps tenodesis, shoulder stabilization, knee ACL reconstruction and ligament repair, meniscus repair, cartilage restoration, hip arthroscopy with labral repair, elbow arthroscopy with ligament repair, robotic-assisted total knee arthroplasty, robotic-assisted total hip arthroplasty, and complex revision procedures. His practice includes evaluation and management of po...

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Kirt M Kimball, MD

Kirt Kimball MD PC

Provo, Utah

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Rajeev Pandarinath, MD, FAAOS

Orthopedic Surgeon, Sports Medicine Specialist

Mclean, Virginia

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine - Sports Injuries, Arthroscopic Surgery, Knee Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, Fracture Care, Knee Replacement, Cartilage Injury, Ligament Reconstruction, Standards of Orthopedic Care, Orthopedic Complications, Return-to-play, Knee Surgery Complications, Shoulder Surgery Complications, Knee Arthroscopy, Shoulder Arthroscopy

Dr. Pandarinath is a double board certified Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist. He practices in the Washington DC area, with clinic locations in both Maryland and Virginia. He was previously part of the academic faculty at George Washington University for 10 years, earning the rank of Associate Professor. He transitioned to private practice in 2020 and is currently practicing at OrthoBethesda. He has been part of numerous consultations regarding personal injury and medical malpractice, and has participated on both the plaintiff and defense sides. Contact Information: drpandarinath@gmail.com 6605 Placid Street, Falls Church, VA 22043 Phone: 310-488-7557 | Website: www.drpandarinath.com Credentials • Board Certified – American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (2022) • Subspecialty Certification (CAQ) – Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (2013) • Licenses – District of Columbia, Virginia, Maryland • Education/Training: Duke University (BS, Cum Laude), UNC-Chapel Hill (MD), U...