Abdominal Imaging Expert Witnesses

Loma Linda, California

Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology - Emergency Radiology, Breast Imaging, MISSED CANCER, Abdominal Imaging, Osteomyelitis, Ectopic Pregnancy, Appendicitis, Pneumothorax, Back and Spine Imaging, Contrast Reaction, Spinal cord, Fracture, MRI, Ultrasound, CT scan, X-ray, Breast Cancer, Mammography, Delayed Diagnosis, Case Merit Review

I am a board-certified, actively practicing general diagnostic and breast imaging radiologist with experience in a high-acuity, Level I trauma center setting. My clinical background provides attorneys with practical, real-world expertise across the full spectrum of diagnostic imaging, including X-ray, ultrasound, CT, PET-CT, and MRI, as well as specialized breast imaging services such as mammography, tomosynthesis, ultrasound-guided and stereotactic biopsies, and preoperative localization procedures. I provide medicolegal case review for both plaintiff and defense matters, with a focus on clear, objective analysis of imaging findings, standard-of-care issues, causation, missed or delayed diagnoses, follow-up recommendations, and communication of critical results. My goal is to help attorneys quickly understand the radiology issues in a case, identify strengths and weaknesses, and translate complex imaging questions into reports and testimony that are precise, credible, and easy to ...

Los Angeles, California

Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology - Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Body Imaging, CT scan, CAT scan, MRI, Ultrasound, Xray, Biopsy, Drainage, Aspiration and Biopsy, Abdominal Imaging, PET-CT scan, Peer Review

Board-certified, fellowship-trained radiologist with 20+ years of experience. Former Chief of Imaging at large VA medical center. Previously Associate Professor at USC Keck School of Medicine practicing at large university hospital, cancer center, and LA County Medical Center. Currently Professor of Radiology at UCLA Geffen School of Medicine. Experienced with procedures such as biopsies and drainages in addition to diagnostic radiology. Experienced lecturer at large national radiology meetings on various topics. Licensed in CA, TX, and NC.

California

Diagnostic Radiology, Ultrasound - Abdominal imaging, general radiology, breat imaging, mammography, body imaging, ultrasound, obstetric ultrasound, CT, MRI, gastrointestinal imaging, biopsy and drainage, case review, peer review, file review, case merit evaluation

ABR board-certified, fellowship-trained Diagnostic Radiologist licensed in Washington and California. 11 years of experience as expert witness. Former Department Chair and Chief of Staff at a high-volume community teaching hospital practicing all aspects of general radiology including CT, US, MRI, nuclear medicine, radiography, mammography and nonvascular interventional procedures. Extensive experience with spine imaging and image-guided pain management. Subspecialty interest, academic appointment, and publications in abdominal imaging and ultrasound. Former Assistant Clinical Professor in Section of Abdominal Imaging, Department of Radiology at UCSF. Recognition for teaching excellence. Actively involved in hospital quality, utilization review and peer review activities.

Tampa, Florida

Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology - Personal Injury, Criminal Forensic Imaging, Medical Malpractice, Neuroradiology, Musculoskeletal Imaging, Pain Management Procedural Imaging, Accidental/Non Accidental Trauma, Abdominal Imaging, Demonstrative Evidence, Biopsies, CT, CTA, MRI, MRA, Breast Imaging, Ultrasound, General X-ray, Fluoroscopy, Nuclear Medicine, DTI/TBI

My name is Dr. David A. Picca, and I am a board-certified Radiologist offering expert witness services throughout Florida, the Southeast and the entire United States. Based in the Tampa Bay area, I bring over 27 years of experience in both clinical practice and medical education. I am a graduate of Emory University School of Medicine, where I began my medical career in Internal Medicine, completing a full residency and earning board certification. I subsequently pursued a residency in Diagnostic Radiology and additional fellowship training in MRI, with focused expertise in neuroradiology, abdominal imaging, and musculoskeletal imaging. The majority of my radiology career was spent at Tampa General Hospital, a Level I trauma center, where I served as an Affiliate Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida. In that role, I had the privilege of mentoring hundreds of radiology residents through hands-on instruction at the workstation, as well as delivering lectures an...

Las Vegas, Nevada

Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology - Body imaging, Abdominal imaging, Pelvic imaging, MRI, CT

I am a board certified Diagnostic Radiologist with over 20 years of experience and hold medical licenses in Nevada, Arizona, and Florida. I was in private practice for 19 years as a general radiologist with Body Imaging fellowship training (in particular, abdomen and pelvis MR) before transitioning to focus more on Body Imaging. I have experience in both clinical and administrative roles, having been Chair of the Radiology Department, Chair of the Radiology Quality Assurance Committee (responsibilities of which included review of and education regarding missed cases with the interpreting Radiologists), and a governing Board member of my prior private practice group. Further, I have obtained expert witness training through SEAK’s courses and books. I look forward to speaking with you!

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology - Emergency Radiology, Abdominal Imaging, Body Imaging, Thoracic Imaging, Artificial Intelligence, Radiology AI, Appendicitis, Bowel Obstruction/perforation, PE/DVT, Pneumonia, Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, Liver, Kidneys, Spleen, Aortic rupture/dissection, Pancreatitis/pancreas cancer, Traumatic Injury, Trial Demonstratives, 3D Printing

I am uniquely positioned to opine on imaging of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis, with dual fellowships in Abdominal Imaging and Emergency Radiology from UPMC, where I also served as faculty, and a full time practice at Midwest Radiology, the nation’s largest physician owned radiology group with more than 180 radiologists. My daily work focuses on high volume CT and MRI interpretation for emergency patients, giving me both academic rigor and real world perspective. I frequently consult on malpractice cases involving missed or delayed diagnoses, emergency imaging interpretation, and complex abdominal and chest pathology. Attorneys and paralegals rely on me for meticulous, well documented reports, dependable turnaround, and testimony that makes complex imaging understandable. When helpful for case presentation, I collaborate with the healthcare division of Ricoh to transform a patient’s CT data into precise visual reconstructions and 3D printed models. These life sized models can demo...

Aberdeen, Washington

Diagnostic Radiology, Ultrasound - Abdominal imaging, general radiology, breat imaging, mammography, body imaging, ultrasound, obstetric ultrasound, CT, MRI, gastrointestinal imaging, biopsy and drainage, case review, peer review, file review, case merit evaluation

ABR board-certified, fellowship-trained Diagnostic Radiologist licensed in Washington and California. 11 years of experience as expert witness. Former Department Chair and Chief of Staff at a high-volume community teaching hospital practicing all aspects of general radiology including CT, US, MRI, nuclear medicine, radiography, mammography and nonvascular interventional procedures. Extensive experience with spine imaging and image-guided pain management. Subspecialty interest, academic appointment, and publications in abdominal imaging and ultrasound. Former Assistant Clinical Professor in Section of Abdominal Imaging, Department of Radiology at UCSF. Recognition for teaching excellence. Actively involved in hospital quality, utilization review and peer review activities.