Achalasia Expert Witnesses

Stockbridge, Georgia

General Surgery - LAPAROSCOPY, STOMACH, BOWEL OBSTRUCTION & TUMORS, COLON CANCER & DIVERTICULITIS, GERD, FUNDOPLICATION, PARAESOPHAGEAL HERNIA, DIAPHRAGMATIC HERNIA, ABDOMEN & INGUINAL HERNIA, ACHALASIA, ADRENAL TUMORS, SPLEEN, BILIARY, CHOLECYSTITIS, ZENKER'S DIVERTICULUM

A practising general surgeon with a particular emphasis on minimally invasive techniques in the state of Georgia since 1999, my practice covers the breadth of general surgery from the common (i.e. cholecystectomies) to the rare (pheochromocytomas). Serving in leadership positions and on medical committees where I review charts on a regular basis in order to make challenging decisions on colleague's conduct and judgement has given me the skills to expeditiously review charts and make well thought out grounded recommendations.

Plymouth, Michigan

Thoracic Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery - Lung surgery, Esophagus surgery, Chest Wall Surgery, Achalasia, Paraesophageal hernia, Esophagus cancer, Thoracotomy pain, Lung Cancer, Robotic thoracic surgery, ECMO, Mediastinal disease, Empyema, Chest Trauma, Rib fixation, Bronchoscopy, Anastomotic leak, Airway disease, VATS, GERD, Pneumothorax

Dr. Chigozirim "Chigo" Ekeke is a board-certified thoracic surgeon and Assistant Professor of Thoracic Surgery at the University of Michigan, where he also serves as Surgical Director of the Michigan Surgical Health & Optimization Program (MSHOP), the institution's perioperative optimization and prehabilitation program. Dr. Ekeke maintains a high-volume robotic thoracic surgical practice with particular expertise in esophageal surgery, lung cancer resection, chest wall reconstruction, and minimally invasive techniques. He is among the highest-volume chest wall surgeons in the state of Michigan. His practice encompasses the full spectrum of general thoracic surgery, including complex esophageal, airway, lung, mediastinal, and chest wall disease, treated with advanced endoscopic, laparoscopic, and robotic surgical techniques. He completed his undergraduate and medical school education at The Ohio State University, followed by training in the Integrated Cardiothoracic Surgery program...

Glenside, Pennsylvania

Gastroenterology - Esophageal diseases, Stomach cancer, Barrett’s esophagus, Pancreatic diseases, Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Motility disorders, Endoscopy, Constipation, Esophageal dilation, Diverticulitis, Colonoscopy, Colitis, Inflammatory bowel disease, Liver disease, Colon cancer, Gallstones, Esophageal cancer, Colon polyps, Achalasia, Peptic u

With over 15 years of clinical experience, I bring expertise in gastrointestinal disorders, endoscopy, and colorectal cancer prevention to Zavala MedExpert Consulting. As a board-certified gastroenterologist, I provide impartial, evidence-based medical-legal reviews, leveraging my background in quality assurance and patient safety. My mission is to deliver clarity and professionalism in every case, ensuring adherence to clinical standards while contributing a diverse and balanced perspective to the team. At Zavala MedExpert Consulting, I perform comprehensive case reviews and provide expert witness services, drawing from my extensive experience in QAPI leadership and governance. My work involves monitoring clinical outcomes, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, and delivering clear communication in depositions and testimonies. Additionally, my focus on esophageal disorders and endoscopic procedures enhances my ability to support both plaintiffs and defendants in comp...