Gynecologic Surgery Expert Witnesses

Gynecologic surgery 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 gynecologic surgery. The gynecologic surgery expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Gynecology and Obstetrics & Gynecology.

Melissa G. Drake, MD

Santa Barbara, California
Obstetrics & Gynecology - reproductive, high-risk pregnancy, gynecologic surgery, hysterectomy, laparoscopy, preterm labor, ectopic pregnancy, lactation, Caesarean section, incompetent cervix, hypertensive disorders, VBAC, TOLAC, malpresentation, shoulder dystocia, abnormal labor, gestational diabetes, obstetrical hemorrhage
I obtained my medical degree at the University of Arizona and completed residency training at George Washington Hospital in Washington, DC, where I carried a medical license in three different jurisdictions (VA, MD, and DC). During this time, I worked at hospitals where 2,000 - 10,000 babies were delivered annually and gained experience in both low- and high-risk pregnancy, as well as obstetrical emergencies including shoulder dystocia, hemorrhage, amniotic fluid embolus, seizure, and stroke. My particular areas of interest include TOLAC/VBAC, cesarean section, labor pain relief, patient autonomy, and medical ethics. My strengths include a robust verbal persuasive ability, strong written and verbal communication skills, a tenacious work ethic, and the ability to solve problems creatively.

James G Tappan, MD JAMES G. TAPPAN, M.D.

San Mateo, California
Obstetrics & Gynecology - OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY, LAPAROSCOPY, BIRTH INJURY, LABOR MANAGEMENT, FETAL MONITORING, OBSTETRICAL COMPLICATIONS, CEREBRAL PALSY, CESAREAN SECTION, GYNECOLOGICAL SURGERY COMPLICATIONS, VACUUM AND FORCEPS DELIVERY, ABORTION, SEXUAL ASSAULT.
BOARD CERTIFIED IN OB & GYN SINCE 1976 AND VOLUNTARILY RECERTIFIED ANNUALLY SINCE 1999; FELLOW OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF OB & GYN; FELLOW OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS; EXPERT REVIEWER FOR THE MEDICAL BOARD OF CALIFORNIA; TEACHING FACULTY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF OB-GYN AT THE DAVID GRANT USAF MEDICAL CENTER, TRAVIS AFB, FROM MAY 2006 TO MAY 2012; PROFESSIONAL STAFF, DEPT OB-GYN, BARSTOW COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SINCE JUN 2012; MEDICAL STAFF, DEPT OB-GYN AT ALTA BATES SUMMIT MEDICAL CENTER, BERKELEY, CA, 2016-2017; EXPERTISE IN PEER REVIEW, CASE ANALYSIS, WRITTEN REPORTS, AND TESTIMONY AT DEPOSITION AND TRIAL IN PLAINTIFF & DEFENSE MALPRACTICE CASES AND CRIMINAL CASES INVOLVING ALLEGED SEXUAL ASSAULT; EVALUATION OF IMPACT OF ACCIDENTS ON PREGNANCIES; WILLING TO TRAVEL.

Dawn Robinson, MD, FACOG

Broomfield, Colorado
Obstetrics & Gynecology - Forceps/Vacuum Uses/Complications, Interpretation of Fetal Monitoring, Cesarean vs. Vaginal Birth, Shoulder Dystocia, Preeclampsia/HELLP Syndrome, Preterm Labor, Incompetent Cervix, Hysterectomy: Indications and Complications, Gynecologic Surgery, Endometriosis, Pelvic Adhesions, Leiomyomata Uteri
Dr. Dawn Robinson is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology (Ob/Gyn) and is currently active in clinical practice. Dr. Robinson received her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and has over 20 years of clinical experience. Currently Dr. Robinson serves on the Colorado Maternal Mortality Review Committee. She previously served on the state-wide Michigan Maternal Mortality Surveillance Medical Committee and also numerous hospital, medical school and community committees. A Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Ob/Gyn), Dr. Robinson holds active medical licenses in the states of Georgia, Michigan and Utah.

William M. Jamieson, MD

Cincinnati, Ohio
Gynecology, Obstetrics & Gynecology - Gynecologic Surgery, Breast Cancer, Endometrial Ablations, Laparoscopic Surgery, Board Certified
Dr. Jamieson is a board-certified gynecologist who received his undergraduate degree from Miami University and his medical school training form The Ohio State University. He completed his residency at The University of Cincinnati, Dept. of OB/GYN. Dr. Jamieson is an Associate Clinical Professor at The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in the department of OB/GYN, and he is also in the Attending Staff at The Christ Hospital in Cincinnati Ohio. Dr. Jamieson has a special interest in gynecologic surgery, infertility, PCOS, endometriosis and bioidentical hormones. Recently he has gained expertise in using the “MonaLisa Touch™” laser to relieve menopausal women of dry vagina that causes painful intercourse. A nationally recognized physician specializing in GYN surgery including endometrial ablations. Twenty years of medical malpractice experience as both plaintiff (25%) and defense (75%) expert. Reviews cases for State Medical Board of Ohio and private insurance companie...