Abnormal Labor Expert Witnesses

Abnormal labor 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 abnormal labor. The abnormal labor expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Maternal & Fetal Medicine 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.

Federico G. Mariona, MD, MBA Michigan Perinatal

Southfield, Michigan
Obstetrics & Gynecology, Maternal & Fetal Medicine - Obstetrics, Clinical Obstetrics, Maternal Fetal Medicine, High Risk Pregnancies, Abnormal Labor, Birth Trauma, Ultrasound for prenatal diagnosis, extreme maternal obesity, early pregnancy loss,
Practice focused on clinical obstetrics and Maternal Fetal Medicine, strongly dedicated to problem pregnancies (high risk) , abnormal labor and birth trauma. Use of Ultrasound for prenatal diagnosis, Special emphasis and interest in maternal obesity and its complications during pregnancy and delivery, Board certified (recertified) in Obstetrics & gynecology Board certified (recertified) i Maternal Fetal Medicine Master degree, Health services administration. Clinical Professor Obstetrics/Gynecology Maternal Fetal Medicine Wayne State University School of Medicine Operations Committee Mi Alliance for innovation in Maternal health Past Chair Michigan Section American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). Past President Wayne County Medical Society of Southeast Michigan

Kimberly A. Bowman, MD, FACOG

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Obstetrics & Gynecology - Obstetrics, birth injury, birth trauma, asphyxia, HIE, shoulder dystocia, cesarean section, VBAC, TOLAC, hemorrhage, informed consent, preeclampsia, ectopic pregnancy, laparoscopy, high risk pregnancy, preterm labor, fetal monitoring, abnormal labor, cord prolapse, gestational diabetes, vacuum.
Board-certified OB/Gyn and Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. My OB/Gyn experience spans over 20 years in Oklahoma and includes faculty leadership roles with extensive teaching experience at the University of Oklahoma, national academic presentations, traditional OB/Gyn private practice, and OB hospitalist care managing obstetric and gynecologic emergencies. As an expert witness, I impartially advocate for truth and fairness based on the evidence. My goal is to provide a thoughtful and evidence-based perspective to all cases.