Appendicitis Expert Witnesses
Appendicitis 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 appendicitis. The appendicitis expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Addiction Medicine, Aquatics Safety, Colon & Rectal Surgery, Critical Care Surgery, Diagnostic Radiology, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, General Surgery, Hospital Administration, Hospitalist, Medical Management, Military, Nurse Practitioner, and Nursing Homes.
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Robert Belfer, MD
Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Birmingham, Alabama
Pediatric Emergency Medicine
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Appendicitis, Cardiac arrest, Sepsis, Testicular torsion, Meningitis, Child abuse, Trauma, Fractures, Pneumonia, Respiratory arrest, Cardiorespiratory arrest, Volvulus
Dr. Belfer is a Board-Certified Pediatric Emergency Medicine clinician with over 30 years of experience in caring for ill and injured children in tertiary care Pediatric Emergency departments.
He is a frequent speaker both regionally and nationally in the field of Pediatric Emergency Medicine; topics include: "Life-Threatening Infections", "Septic-Appearing Infant", "Non-Traumatic Surgical Emergencies", "Upper Airway Emergencies", "Sepsis", "Pediatric Resuscitation", "Pediatric Status Epilepticus and Febrile Seizures", "Evaluation of the Febrile Infant", "Pediatric Rashes", "Orthopedic Emergencies" and "Pediatric Appendicitis".
Dr. Belfer is the HOST of the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Pediatric Emergency Medicine Podcast [www.chop.edu/pempodcast] which currently has over 50,000 downloads from national and international listeners.
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Ken Zafren, MD, FAAEM, FACEP, FAWM
Anchorage, Alaska
Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical Services
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Emergency Medicine, including Resuscitation, Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack), Stroke, TIA, Pulmonary Embolism, Aortic Dissection, Epidural Abscess, Sepsis, Aneurysm, Appendicitis, Trauma, Spinal Injuries. Environmental Medicine, including Hypothermia, Frostbite, High Altitude, Heat Stroke
EXPERIENCED EXPERT WITNESS
Board Certified - American Board of Emergency Medicine.
Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine and attending physician - Stanford University Hospital (Level I Trauma Center).
Staff physician, Alaska Native Medical Center (Level II Trauma Center)
Former Emergency Programs Medical (EMS) Director, State of Alaska.
American College of Emergency Physicians Award: Hero of Emergency Medicine
Available for consultation, chart review, and testimony for plaintiff or defense.
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Jared R. Greenholz, MD
Top-Rated Expert in Heart Attack & Trauma Care
Arizona
Emergency Medicine
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Emergency Physician, Emergency Medicine, ER, Medical Malpractice, Standards of Care, Trauma, Stroke, Airway Management, Central Line Placement, Heart Attack, Appendicitis, Epidural Abscess, Pulmonary Embolism, Medical Necessity, Head Trauma, Fractures, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Cardiac Resuscitation
Dr. Jared Greenholz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Doctor, who primarily practices in Oakland and Lakeport, California. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified in Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Greenholz graduated from New York Medical College and is currently affiliated with Highland Hospital and Sutter Lakeside Hospital.
His specialties include:
Trauma, stroke, airway management, central line placement, myocardial infarction, heart attack, appendicitis, epidural abscess, aortic dissection, pulmonary embolism, testicular torsion, ectopic pregnancy, medical necessity, pediatric emergency, head trauma, emergency trauma, fractures, dislocations, rural emergency medicine, headaches, diabetic ketoacidosis, abdominal pain, medical malpractice, standard of care, and cardiac resuscitation.
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Garrett Blumberg, MD, FACEP
Complimentary Case Discussion Upon Request
Arizona
Emergency Medicine, Ultrasound
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Stroke Trauma STEMI, AAA Aortic Dissection, Communication, Appendicitis, Lidocaine Toxicity, MI, Sepsis Meningitis Pneumonia UTI, Patient Safety, Pulmonary Embolism, Ectopic, Agitation Sedation, Opioid Overdose, Procedural, Epidural Abscess, Airway Management, Cardiac Arrest, Hemorrhage, Nerve Block, Mesenteric Ischemia, Fracture
Garrett Blumberg, MD, FACEP is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician with 9+ years of experience. He is a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP), reflecting his commitment to excellence in emergency care. He hold a board-certified Focused Practice Designation in Advanced Emergency Medicine Ultrasonography (AEMUS). Dr. Blumberg earned his medical degree from Georgetown University and completed both Emergency Medicine residency and Ultrasound fellowship at UT Southwestern, where he served as the Academic Chief Resident.
His clinical experience spans Level I Trauma, Stroke, and STEMI centers as well as resource-limited critical access hospitals—providing a deep understanding of variable standards, workflows, and resource constraints in emergency care.
Dr. Blumberg is a published author of peer-reviewed journal articles and textbook chapters on emergency topics including agitation management, atrial fibrillation, and soft tissue infections such as necr...
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Kurt Kaczander, DO
Emergency Medicine
Independent
Arizona
Emergency Medicine
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Medical chart review and analysis, Negligence, Sepsis, pulmonary embolism, appendicitis, Medical Malpractice, Stroke, Aortic Aneurysm / Dissection, Torsion, procedural errors, EMTALA, Difficult intubation, Overdose, Incarcerated Hernia, Hemorrhage, Trauma, Myocardial infarction / STEMI, spinal cord compression, Meningitis, pain
Vastly experienced, Board Certified Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians with over 19 years of full time experience as an attending in the emergency department. I have seen tens of thousands of patients in various environments such as Urban Level 1 trauma
teaching centers, small and mid sized rural departments, Indian reservations, and multiple free standing Emergency Departments throughout the country. I’m clinically active full time, and depending upon the facility, also help teach students and residents in the ED clinical setting. I’m interested and more than qualified to objectively evaluate cases - for the Plaintiff or defense - pertaining to the Emergency Department evaluation, care and claims concerning medical malpractice and negligence. Examples include, but are not limited to - missed diagnosis, Improper performance of procedures, EMTALA, Delayed and / or improper treatment, Sepsis, Myocardial infarction, stroke, Aneurysm’s, torsions, incarcerated hernias...
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Joshua Verson, MD
Emergency Medicine Expert Witness
Scottsdale, Arizona
Emergency Medicine
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Emergency Medicine, EMTALA, Airway, Procedural Sedation, Sepsis, Stroke, Trauma Care, Myocardial Infarction, Chest Pain, Shortness of breath, Ectopic Pregnancy, Pulmonary Embolism, Emergency Ultrasound, Medical Education, Altered Mental Status, Miscarriage, Cardiac Arrest, Appendicitis, Cholecystitis, Intracranial Hemorrhage
I am a board-certified emergency medicine physician with active clinical practice at a Level I trauma center, multiple community hospitals, Native American healthcare systems and free standing emergency rooms. I also hold the position of Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the Creighton University School of Medicine, where I provide bedside teaching. I have taught medical students and trainees, developing expertise in conveying complex clinical concepts in a clear and accessible manner.
I developed my interest in medical expert witness work through a longstanding interest in the intersection of medicine and law, particularly as it pertains to the legal and ethical dimensions of healthcare delivery. As an expert witness, I am dedicated to providing comprehensive, objective, and evidence-based case reviews. I welcome the opportunity to assist in the objective evaluation of your case.
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DAVID MARK SPIRO
Board Certified, Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Spiro Consulting
Little Rock, Arkansas
Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics
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Antimicrobials, Research, Depression, Child abuse, Obesity, Antibiotics, Migraine, Suicide, Child maltreatment, Orthopedics, Intussusception, Appendicitis, Gastroenteritis, Sepsis, Sedation, Clinical Pathways, Migraine, Trauma, Head Injury, Meningitis
I am a board-certified pediatric emergency medicine physician with over three decades of experience providing and overseeing care in high-acuity settings, including major children’s hospitals, Level 1 trauma centers, and community emergency departments. I currently serve as Section Chief and Endowed Chair of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Arkansas Children’s Hospital and Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.
My practice focuses on the management of critically ill and injured children, with expertise in pediatric trauma, airway emergencies, sepsis, child maltreatment, and complex medical presentations. I have served in key leadership roles—including Medical Director, Research Director, and Interim Section Chief—responsible for clinical operations, peer review, and quality improvement initiatives.
I bring particular strength in evaluating standard of care within the realities of emergency medicine, including the constraints and decision-making ...
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Amanda Jordan, MD, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Physician
California
Emergency Medicine
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trauma, assault, toxicology, stroke, MI, fracture, concussion, heart attack, pulmonary embolism, appendicitis, sepsis, pneumonia, motor vehicle collision, DKA, abdominal pain, medical necessity
I am a full-time clinical practitioner of emergency medicine, am board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine, and am a fellow of the American College of Emergency Practitioners. I have been in practice for over 17 years and have extensive experience at multiple practice levels, including level 1 trauma centers, teaching facilities, critical access emergency rooms, and free-standing emergency rooms.
I am ACLS and PALS certified. I have actively taught and supervised medical students, residents, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants throughout my 17 years of clinical and teaching practice.
I graduated cum laude with a degree in Zoology from University of Texas, attended medical school at University of Texas Medical Branch and was a chief resident of the emergency medicine program at University of Texas Southwestern.
Teaching Experience
• Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
• Clinic...
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Andy S Barnett, MD
Emergency Medicine - Double Boarded EM/FM
California
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine
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Trauma, Stroke, Heart Attack, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Aeromedical transfer, EMS, Airway management, Torsion (ovarian/testicular), Ectopic Pregnancy, Rural Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Colon Perforation, Wrongful Death, Delayed Diagnosis, Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims Denial
Dual Board-Certified in Emergency Medicine & Family Medicine: This unique combination qualifies me to serve as a "same specialty" expert witness in states with such requirements, particularly for cases evaluating the standard of care for Family Physicians in emergency or urgent care settings.
Extensive Clinical Practice: Over 20 years of continuous practice treating more than 20,000 patients in the full spectrum of clinical environments, from 2-bed rural facilities to high-volume Level 1 Trauma Centers. I maintain an active practice in a busy, urban hospital Emergency Department.
Proven Medical & Quality Assurance Leadership: Held key leadership roles including Medical Director, Quality Assurance Director, and National Clinical Steering Chair for a large national urgent care corporation. Served as Chair of a Health System Peer Review Committee and as a longstanding member of a Level 1 Trauma Center's Credentials Committee.
Specialized Endoscopy Expertise: 20 years of ongoing expe...
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Gary R Polsfuss, MD
Gary R Polsfuss MD INC
San Diego, California
Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical Services
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Drug Overdose, Stroke (CVA), Myocardial Infarction (MI), Septic Shock, Pulmonary Embolism (PE), Alcohol Withdrawal, Meningitis, Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Vertebral Artery Dissection, Aortic Dissection, Spinal Cord Injury/Paralysis, Appendicitis, Epidural Abscess, Ectopic Pregnancy, EMTALA, Eye Trauma
I have 24 years of experience working in Emergency Medicine managing high-risk cases at multiple high volume emergency departments, including a 290-bed Level 3 trauma center and primary psychiatric emergency facility providing care to a largely under-served area, and an urban 700 bed Level 1 trauma and academic center. American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) Certified since 2001. Directorship and Leadership experience for over 17 years. Extensive peer-review and performance improvement experience working with other emergency physicians and mid-level providers. I have worked with both Plaintiff and Defense attorneys. Currently in practice.
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Andrew Wittenberg, MD, MPH, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Physician Expert
Long Beach, California
Emergency Medicine
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Trauma, Stroke, Myocardial Infarction, Pregnancy/Ectopic, Ectopic Pregnancy, Sepsis, Pulmonary Embolism, PE, Aneurysm, Pneumonia, Appendicitis, Intubation, Ischemia, Testicular Torsion, Ovarian Torsion, Airway Management, Fracture, Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Dr. Wittenberg is the Medical Director of his Emergency Department and a national oral board examiner. He has 14+ years experience as a practicing emergency physician at both a major tertiary care center and a smaller community hospital.
Dr. Wittenberg provides consultation for chart reviews, expert witness depositions, and testimony. Dr. Wittenberg is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) and is a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP).
Dr. Wittenberg graduated from Temple University Medical School and completed his residency at Los Angeles County - USC Hospital. He currently works in Long Beach, CA at a 100,000 visit per year ER and also has experience at a community hospital with an ER census of 30,000 visits per year. Dr. Wittenberg also serves as the Medical Director of the ER, the Chair of the Quality Committee for his health system's physician society, as well as being significantly involved with the health system'...
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Mike Farag, DO
Mountain Center, California
Emergency Medicine
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Aneurysm, Abdominal Pain, Chest Pain, Intubation, Allergic Reaction, Appendicitis, Sedation, DKA, Dissection, Ectopic Pregnancy, Foreign Body, Fracture, Cardiac, Renal Gastrointestinal, Obstetric Emergency, Psychiatric Emergency, Hemorrhage, Sepsis, Torsion, Stroke
Additional search/index terms:
Heart Failure, Infection, Intracranial, Ischemia, Myocardial Infarction/Heart Attack, Pulmonary Embolism, COVID 19, Accident and Central Line.
Dr. Mike Farag is:
- Trained at a Level 1 trauma hospital in Charleston WV.
- Board-certified in Emergency Medicine.
- Practicing as a Full-Time EM physician in a high volume ER.
- Licensed in the state of California.
- A teaching Physician who trains ER/IM/FP residents and medical students.
- Residency trained in bedside ultrasound.
- Director of the scribe program in a community hospital ED training scribes on accurate documentations and appropriate and thorough charting.
- Works at a stroke and vascular Medical Center.
Dr. Mike Farag has:
- Oversight/supervision of Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner mid-level providers.
- Provided medical care for numerous VIPs and famous individuals and their family members.
- Completed a SEAK expert-witness training course.
- Been certified in ACLS, PA...
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Robert J Hoffman, MD, MS, FACEP, FACMT
Pediatric Emergency Medicine & Medical Toxicology
California
Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Toxicology
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Appendicitis, Diabetic ketoacidosis, Intracranial hemorrhage, Respiratory arrest, Testicular torsion, Cardiac arrest, Fracture, Meningitis, Seizure, Addiction, Child abuse, Head trauma, Overdose/Poisoning, Sepsis/Septic shock, Drug testing, Dehydration, Headache, Pneumonia, Shock, Sedation
I'm fellowship trained and board certified in Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Medical Toxicology, and Pediatrics, and also board certified in Addiction Medicine and Health Care Leadership, Administration, and Management. I have 25 years of experience providing and overseeing care in pediatric emergency departments and emergency departments including in major children's hospitals and Level 1 trauma centers, currently at the largest children's emergency department in the US.
I am the lead editor of the 2nd most widely used pediatric emergency medicine textbook in the USA, The 5 Minute Pediatric Emergency Medicine Consult, and I have over 300 publications in the areas of pediatric emergency medicine, medical toxicology, and emergency medicine. I am frequently invited to lecture nationally and internationally on topics of pediatric emergency medicine, medical toxicology, and emergency medicine.
My pediatric emergency medicine practice focuses on the management of critically ill and inj...
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Ariel Cohen, DO
Leira Physician Services
California
Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medicine
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Airway, Appendicitis, Asthma, Car Accidents, Febrile Illness / Fever, Fractures, Elder Neglect, Vascular access, Resuscitation, Sepsis, Simulation, Stroke, Wounds, Psychiatric Emergencies (Suicide), Sedation, Trauma, Ultrasound, Non-accidental trauma (child abuse), Newborn Care, Video laryngoscopy (Intubation)
I am dual board certified in Pediatric Emergency Medicine and Emergency Medicine. I have 10 years of clinical experience and have worked in most emergency department settings including Academic/Level 1 trauma centers, community hospitals, rural critical access hospitals and hybrid settings. I also have administrative experience.
A few highlights from my CV include the following:
-Expert for public defenders in criminal cases for the indigent
-Peer reviewer for state boards
-Medical consultant for state medical board
-Consultant for Children's Advocacy Center (investigates child abuse, neglect, homicide)
-Peer reviewer for private company
-Peer review committee member at academic center
-Pediatric child abuse liaison at academic center
-Interim Director of Pediatric Emergency Medicine & Quality Director
In addition to chart review, I am an experienced writer and have authored a book chapter, case studies and research articles.
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Dr. Gabriella Minera
No-Charge Informal Case Discussion Upon Request
Temecula, California
Emergency Medicine
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Airway Management, Sepsis/Necrotizing Fasciitis, Stroke, STEMI, Trauma, AAA, Aortic Dissection, Appendicitis, Meningitis, Pneumonia, UTI, Mesenteric Ischemia, Cardiac Arrest, Epidural Abscess, Ectopic Pregnancy, Addiction/Opioid Overdose, Pulmonary Embolism, Fracture, QI/QA/Quality Control, Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Gabriella Minera is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician with 15+ years of experience. Dr. Minera completed Emergency Medicine residency at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, where she served as academic chief resident.
Her clinical experience spans Level I Trauma, Stroke, and STEMI centers as well as resource-limited critical access hospitals—providing a deep understanding of variable standards, workflows, and resource constraints in emergency care. She is Emergency Medicine core faculty at Southwest Healthcare MEC in Temecula, CA and regularly teaches on key Emergency Medicine topics. For this reason, she is keenly aware of the standard of care in Emergency Medicine. Dr. Minera is also the Director of the Morbidity and Mortality Lecture Series for Southwest Healthcare, providing medico-legal risk evaluations, and presenting specific cases and topics on how to improve care, avoid documentation disasters, and how to make system-wide changes to improve practice m...
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Ken Zafren, MD, FAAEM, FACEP, FAWM
California
Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical Services
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Emergency Medicine, including Resuscitation, Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack), Stroke, TIA, Pulmonary Embolism, Aortic Dissection, Epidural Abscess, Sepsis, Aneurysm, Appendicitis, Trauma, Spinal Injuries. Environmental Medicine, including Hypothermia, Frostbite, High Altitude, Heat Stroke
EXPERIENCED EXPERT WITNESS
Board Certified - American Board of Emergency Medicine.
Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine and attending physician - Stanford University Hospital (Level I Trauma Center).
Staff physician, Alaska Native Medical Center (Level II Trauma Center)
Former Emergency Programs Medical (EMS) Director, State of Alaska.
American College of Emergency Physicians Award: Hero of Emergency Medicine
Available for consultation, chart review, and testimony for plaintiff or defense.
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Chris Burke, MD, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Expert Witness
California
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine
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Airway Management, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Heart Attack, Stroke, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Trauma, Ectopic Pregnancy, Critical Care, Torsion (ovarian, testicular), Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims, Aortic Aneurysm
I am Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM). My current clinical practice is a high volume community hospital in a major metropolitan area. ED volume >80k patients per year. I am recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians.
Well versed in the standard of care in Emergency Medicine as a full time practicing physician.
Experience with credentials committee at community hospitals.
I also hold a clinical faculty position at the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine at Washington State University.
Trusted to provide impartial and comprehensive evaluations based on the facts of the case.
I assist plaintiff and defense medical malpractice attorneys establish the standard of care, and identify breaches in compliance.
Experienced in preparing strategies in defense of litigation for health system attorneys, as well as reviewing third party claims and independent QA reviews.
I offer a complimentary introductory video call at your conveni...
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Frederick J Skilton, M.D.
Emergency Medicine
San Diego, California
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine
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Stroke and TIA, Myocardial Infarction and Heart Attack, Aortic Dissection, Sepsis, Airway Management, Appendicitis, Trauma, COPD and Asthma, Fractures, Mental Health, Addiction, Socioeconomic, Abdominal Pain, Headache, Subarachnoid Hemorrage, Brain Bleed, Blood Clots, Injury, Pain and Suffering, Failure to Diagnose
I am a board certified Emergency Medicine physician with extensive experience in many different areas of clinical practice, from Level 1 Tertiary Academic Emergency Departments to small community hospitals. Through mentoring, SEAK training, experience, and research I have developed a strong understanding to the intricacies of the medical-legal system, and the long-term commitment and persistence required to be an effective medical expert.
I began my medical career in 2014 as a US Navy Physician, serving as Flight Surgeon and medical department head with a Marine Corps squadron. During deployment overseas, with over 2500 Navy and Marine personnel, I served as sole Flight Surgeon, ensuring our Marine and Navy pilots maintained flight and combat readiness. Working in mainly medically austere environments, my duties included care for acute and emergent conditions, mass casualty operations, coordinating MedEvac transport, and medical support for real-world combat missions, for which I ...
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Jared R. Greenholz, MD
Top-Rated Expert in Heart Attack & Trauma Care
Forest Knolls, California
Emergency Medicine
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Emergency Physician, Emergency Medicine, ER, Medical Malpractice, Standards of Care, Trauma, Stroke, Airway Management, Central Line Placement, Heart Attack, Appendicitis, Epidural Abscess, Pulmonary Embolism, Medical Necessity, Head Trauma, Fractures, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Cardiac Resuscitation
Dr. Jared Greenholz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Doctor, who primarily practices in Oakland and Lakeport, California. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified in Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Greenholz graduated from New York Medical College and is currently affiliated with Highland Hospital and Sutter Lakeside Hospital.
His specialties include:
Trauma, stroke, airway management, central line placement, myocardial infarction, heart attack, appendicitis, epidural abscess, aortic dissection, pulmonary embolism, testicular torsion, ectopic pregnancy, medical necessity, pediatric emergency, head trauma, emergency trauma, fractures, dislocations, rural emergency medicine, headaches, diabetic ketoacidosis, abdominal pain, medical malpractice, standard of care, and cardiac resuscitation.
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Miguel A Gutierrez, MD, FACEP
Military & Community Emergency Medicine Physician
San Diego, California
Emergency Medicine, Military
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Minority, Academic, Military, Diving Medicine, Community Medicine, Overseas, Executive Medicine, Urgent Care, Telemedicine, Resident Supervision, Stroke and TIA, Fracture, Failure to Diagnose, Abdominal Pain, Chest Pain, Appendicitis, Infection, Headache, Heart Attack, Trauma
- Board-certified in Emergency Medicine
- Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP)
- Bachelor of Science (BS) Chemistry with minor in Biochemistry from Duke University
- Medical degree (MD) from the Uniformed Services University, the nation’s military medical school
- Retired US Navy Captain with over 25 years of active duty service
- Full time expert clinician with broad clinical experiences encompassing academic, community, rural, and overseas hospitals
- Extensive combat trauma experience with deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan serving as Trauma Tram Leader for complex trauma resuscitations
- Prior Chair Emergency Medicine Department community military hospital with over 60,000 annual visits
- Prior Chair Credentials Committee military community hospital responsible for oversight of credentialing and privileging for hospital’s approximately 800 medical licensed practitioners. As chair, responsible for advising Privileging Authority on privileging recomm...
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Ross Levin, MD
Emergency Medicine Expert, Trusted & Experienced
Santa Barbara, California
Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical Services
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Trauma, Stroke, Myocardial Infarction, Ectopic Pregnancy, Sepsis, Pulmonary Embolism, Fracture, Pneumonia, Appendicitis, Ischemia, Torsion, AAA, Hemorrhage, Meningitis, Dissection, EMS, Burn, Dislocation, Injury, Shock
Dr. Ross Levin is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician with over a decade of full-time clinical experience across high-volume trauma centers, community hospitals, and rural emergency departments. He provides expert witness services for both plaintiff and defense attorneys, offering timely, objective, and clearly written opinions grounded in active, real-world emergency medicine practice.
Dr. Levin regularly manages high-acuity cases including trauma, cardiac arrest, stroke, sepsis, STEMI, and airway emergencies. He is well-versed in the clinical realities of limited-resource settings and has extensive experience supervising physician assistants and nurse practitioners, ensuring appropriate oversight and scope-of-practice compliance.
He is a trusted expert for the California Medical Board and California Department of Justice, where he reviews allegations of substandard care and provides formal expert opinions in regulatory and legal matters. His medical-legal work is know...
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Rishi Bhargava, MD FAAP FACEP
Rolling Hills Estates, California
Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medicine
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Pediatrics, Airway management, Appendicitis, Trauma, Transport Medicine, Sedation, Febrile illness, Sepsis, Asthma, Newborn Care, Allergic Reaction, Tele-medicine, Meningitis, Dehydration, Abdominal pain, Fractures, Head Injury, Chest pain, Pain management, Resident Supervision
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Amy M. Zheng, MD, M.Phil., CHSE
Doctor- PA/NP Supervision-Insurance Claims
Amy Zheng Consulting
San Diego, California
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine
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claims, Nurse Practitioner, CPR, Heart Attack, Pulmonary Embolism, Head Injury, Stroke, Aneurysm, Appendicitis, abdominal pain, Trauma, aortic dissection, Covid, Cauda Equina, epidural abscess, supervision, pneumonia, sepsis, insurance, Physician Assistant
Since 2003, Dr. Zheng has practiced across a broad range of clinical environments, including academic medical centers, the Veterans Health Administration, community hospitals, and rural critical access hospitals. She is a board-certified emergency and urgent care physician who remains clinically active. Dr. Zheng has served as an expert witness in matters involving medical malpractice, health insurance reimbursement, and physician assistant and nurse practitioner supervision, and has provided deposition and trial testimony.
Dr. Zheng is professor at three universities, including Medical Director of the Point Loma Nazarene University Physician Assistant Program. Since 2013, she has directed one of the largest teamwork exercises in the country, involving more than 350 students and faculty annually across three health professional schools. Her work has been recognized by the San Diego Union-Tribune and the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. She has presented nationally on ...
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Garrett Blumberg, MD, FACEP
Complimentary Case Discussion Upon Request
Temecula, California
Emergency Medicine, Ultrasound
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Stroke Trauma STEMI, AAA Aortic Dissection, Communication, Appendicitis, Lidocaine Toxicity, MI, Sepsis Meningitis Pneumonia UTI, Patient Safety, Pulmonary Embolism, Ectopic, Agitation Sedation, Opioid Overdose, Procedural, Epidural Abscess, Airway Management, Cardiac Arrest, Hemorrhage, Nerve Block, Mesenteric Ischemia, Fracture
Garrett Blumberg, MD, FACEP is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician with 9+ years of experience. He is a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP), reflecting his commitment to excellence in emergency care. He hold a board-certified Focused Practice Designation in Advanced Emergency Medicine Ultrasonography (AEMUS). Dr. Blumberg earned his medical degree from Georgetown University and completed both Emergency Medicine residency and Ultrasound fellowship at UT Southwestern, where he served as the Academic Chief Resident.
His clinical experience spans Level I Trauma, Stroke, and STEMI centers as well as resource-limited critical access hospitals—providing a deep understanding of variable standards, workflows, and resource constraints in emergency care.
Dr. Blumberg is a published author of peer-reviewed journal articles and textbook chapters on emergency topics including agitation management, atrial fibrillation, and soft tissue infections such as necr...
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Kurt Kaczander, DO
Emergency Medicine
Independent
California
Emergency Medicine
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Medical chart review and analysis, Negligence, Sepsis, pulmonary embolism, appendicitis, Medical Malpractice, Stroke, Aortic Aneurysm / Dissection, Torsion, procedural errors, EMTALA, Difficult intubation, Overdose, Incarcerated Hernia, Hemorrhage, Trauma, Myocardial infarction / STEMI, spinal cord compression, Meningitis, pain
Vastly experienced, Board Certified Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians with over 19 years of full time experience as an attending in the emergency department. I have seen tens of thousands of patients in various environments such as Urban Level 1 trauma
teaching centers, small and mid sized rural departments, Indian reservations, and multiple free standing Emergency Departments throughout the country. I’m clinically active full time, and depending upon the facility, also help teach students and residents in the ED clinical setting. I’m interested and more than qualified to objectively evaluate cases - for the Plaintiff or defense - pertaining to the Emergency Department evaluation, care and claims concerning medical malpractice and negligence. Examples include, but are not limited to - missed diagnosis, Improper performance of procedures, EMTALA, Delayed and / or improper treatment, Sepsis, Myocardial infarction, stroke, Aneurysm’s, torsions, incarcerated hernias...
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Elena R Milosavljevic, MD, MA
Diagnostic Radiologist & Breast Imaging Specialist
Loma Linda, California
Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology
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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 and actively practicing general diagnostic and breast imaging radiologist with over five years of experience at a high-acuity, Level I trauma center. My expertise encompasses a comprehensive range of imaging modalities, including X-ray, ultrasound (US), computed tomography (CT), positron emission tomography-computed tomography (PET-CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Within breast imaging, I am proficient in mammography, tomosynthesis, and interventional procedures such as ultrasound-guided and stereotactic biopsies, as well as preoperative localization techniques.
In addition to my clinical expertise, I bring extensive medicolegal experience in case review, including careful evaluation of the applicable standard of care. I provide timely and thoughtful consultations and am committed to delivering high-quality reports and testimony that are of the highest quality and easily understood.
To learn more, please visit my site at RadiologyLegalConsulting.com.
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Carli McGee, MD, FAAP
University of Colorado
Denver, Colorado
Pediatrics, Urgent Care Medicine
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Pediatric Emergency, telehealth, pneumonia, respiratory infection, gastrointestinal illness, head and neck infection, headache, fracture, skin/soft tissue infection, musculoskeletal infection, sepsis, diabetic emergency, cancer, head and neck injury, motor vehicle accident, appendicitis, sedation
Dr. McGee is a pediatrician who has spent the last 11 years working in the Pediatric Urgent Care and Pediatric Emergency settings. She has experience in the diagnosis and urgent/emergent management of common pediatric conditions including respiratory illnesses, gastrointestinal illnesses, head and neck infections, headaches, fractures, skin/soft tissue infections, musculoskeletal infections, sepsis, diabetic emergencies, new cancer diagnoses, head and neck injuries, appendicitis, and many others. She is experienced in multiple procedures including: procedural sedation, laceration repair, splinting, lumbar puncture, foreign body removal, incision and drainage, non-invasive airway management, and reduction of simple joint dislocations. She has worked in large academic institutions as well as in small satellite locations with limited resources.
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Ronen Elefant, MD, MBA, MSEng
Trauma, Emergency Surgery, and Critical Care
West Hartford, Connecticut
Trauma Surgery, General Surgery
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Trauma Surgery, Acute Care Surgery, General Surgery, Critical Care, Appendicitis, Spleen Trauma, Bowel Surgery, Hernia, Traumatic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Abdominal Surgery, Gallbladder Surgery, Sepsis, Surgical complications
Ronen Elefant, MD, MBA, MSEng is an Acute Care Surgeon in active practice for over 10 years. As the Trauma Medical Director and Chief of Acute Care Surgery he brings expertise in Trauma, Emergency General Surgery, and Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Elefant trained at the prestigious Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore and is double board certified by the American Board of Surgery in both General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is a member of the Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma and the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma. Prior to his medical career he studied mathematics and physics, and obtained a Master’s degree from Columbia University in Biomedical Engineering. This training in seemingly diverse fields allows Dr. Elefant to synthesize information in his expert opinion work and convey the complex medical information in a simple, easy to understand manner. Additionally, Dr. Elefant is actively involved i...
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Gregory Risk, MD, MPH, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Physician
Gregory Risk, MD, PC
Ormond Beach, Florida
Emergency Medicine
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Appendicitis, Airway Management, Aortic dissection, Aortic Aneurysm, Cauda Equina, COVID, Central Line Placement, Epidural Abscess, Ectopic Pregnancy, Head trauma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Pulmonary Embolism, Pneumonia, Myocardial Infarction, Testicular torsion, Pediatrics, Trauma, Sepsis, Stroke
Actively practicing Emergency physician with 30 years of experience, as well as Medical Director for five Emergency Departments, and Regional Medical Director for large group seeing over 250,000 patients annually. 15 years of medical malpractice review for both plaintiff and defense. Over 150 cases reviewed, with approximately 30 depositions and trial testimony given. Served on national committees as well as state Board of Directors and Past President of state specialty college. Extensive military service with multiple overseas deployments. Extensive teaching experience as Assistant Clinical Professor at Medical school and Emergency Medicine residency. Advanced Cardiac Life Support/ACLS Instructor, Advanced Trauma Life Support/ATLS Instructor, Basic Life Support/BLS Instructor. Expert witness who will give straightforward review and analysis of strengths and weaknesses for each case. Specialize in deposition and trial preparation for clients. Extensive references available. I look ...
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Marc J Farraye, MD, FAAEM
FarrayEMed Emergency Medicine Services, P.A.
St Augustine, Florida
Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical Services
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MI, ACS, chest pain, head injury, fracture, appendicitis, stroke, TIA, SAH, SDH, infection, necrotic, sepsis, trauma, aortic dissection, epidural abscess, mesenteric ischemia, pulmonary embolism, meningitis, airway
Emergency Medicine (EM) Specialty Residency training at Shands-Jacksonville (FL) 'Level I' Trauma Center;
Undergraduate education Dartmouth College;
Medical school Georgetown University;
Former US Naval 'Flight Surgeon';
American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) Board-certified continuously since 2003;
Clinical practice at multiple community-based hospitals of varying sizes in Florida, Georgia, and Virginia > 18 yrs; maintain active full-time practice of Emergency Medicine;
Extensive expert experience with both Plaintiff and Defense aspects of medicolegal litigation; References available on request
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Branden Wells, MD
HealthAdvise
Gulf Breeze, Florida
Emergency Medicine
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Airway management, Acute coronary syndrome, Acute myocardial infarction, Stroke, Bell palsy, Abdominal pain, appendicitis, cholecystitis, diverticulitis, Acute back pain, epidural abscess, cauda equina syndrome, Aortic dissection, Pneumothorax, Pulmonary Embolism, Deep vein thrombosis
Dr. Branden Wells is an Emergency Medicine doctor in Gulf Breeze, Florida. His top areas of expertise are Folliculitis, Boils, Carbuncle, and Gallbladder Disease.
Training
Medical School
University of Florida College of Medicine 1998
Licenses
Emergency Medicine in FL
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Anthony G Stanley, MD
North Miami, Florida
Urgent Care Medicine, Emergency Medicine
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trauma, stroke, heart attack, myocardial infarction, MI, pulmonary embolism, PE, sepsis, appendicitis, airway management, internal medicine, head injury, concussion, epidural abscess, foreign body removal, chest pain, wound care, infections, abdominal pain, testicular torsion
Emergency Medicine Physician in active clinical practice. 30+ years of clinical experience in both Emergency Room and Urgent Care settings. Holder of 2 US Medical Device Patents, specializing in performance safety in foreign body removal, measuring wound site damage, and suturing.
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Avraham Schlager, MD, FACS
Experienced Pediatric Surgeon
Boca Raton, Florida
Pediatric Surgery
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Neonatal, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Gastroschisis, Omphalocele, Atresia, Hernia, Appendicitis, Pectus, Intestinal Obstruction, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Laparotomy, Tumors, CPAM, Hirschsprung's Disease, Anorectal Malformations, Pilonidal, Abscess, Thyroid, Ovarian Mass, Splenectomy
I am a Board Certified Pediatric General and Thoracic Surgeon currently practicing in South Florida. Although I am Board Certified in Adult General Surgery as well, I have devoted my practice almost exclusively to Pediatric Surgery since completing my training 10 years ago, first in Akron, Ohio and now in Palm Beach County Florida. Approximately 50% of my practice is emergency procedures and 50% outpatient or scheduled surgeries. I currently practice in all areas of Pediatric Surgery of the neck, chest, abdomen and pelvis, including Neonatal and Congenital Disorders, Pediatric Tumors and Malignancies, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Pulmonary lesions, Thyroid Disorders, Pectus Deformities, Splenic Disease, Testicular and Ovarian Torsions and Masses and Colorectal Disorders.
I continue to remain involved in academic medicine and currently hold the title of Clinical Affiliate Associate Professor at FAU Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine
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Glenn Birnbaum, MD FACEP
Emergency Medicine - Failure to Diagnose Expert
Florida
Emergency Medicine
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Failure to Diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Motor vehicle accident, Heart Attack, Myocardial Infarction, MI, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, PE, Aortic Aneurysm, Appendicitis, Ischemic Bowel, Stroke, TIA, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Sepsis, Pneumonia, Infections
Hi, I’m Dr. Glenn Birnbaum, a residency-trained, board-certified Emergency Medicine Specialist and a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. In addition to over 30 years’ experience in clinical practice as an emergency physician, I have extensive additional experience as core faculty for an emergency medicine residency training program, leadership of several high-volume, high-acuity emergency departments, and leadership of a large regional Emergency Physician group.
I specialize in Emergency Room Failure to Diagnose cases and have assisted attorneys in over 100 personal injury and medical malpractice cases, including frequent trial and deposition testimony in federal court and state courts nationwide.
As an emergency medicine expert, I diligently review the facts of the matter at hand, identify all the relevant issues, and provide an extensive analysis of the matter. Hallmarks of my work as an expert include: clear, consistent, well-supported opinions, explanatio...
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Kayur V Patel, MD, MRO, FACP, FAAPL, FACHE, FACEP
Naples, Florida
Emergency Medicine, Hospital Administration
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Stroke, Pulmonary Embolism, Hospital Administration, ED Medical Director, Hospital Negligence, Central Line Placement, Heart Attack, Appendicitis, Sepsis, Aneurysm, Blood Clots, Pneumonia, Emergency Medicine, Thoracic Aortic Dissection (TAD), Hospital Standard of Care, CMO, Systemic Failure, CVA, TPA Window, Medical Expert Witness
Emergency Medicine • Chief Medical Officer • Healthcare Leadership
Clinically active Emergency Medicine physician with dual training in Emergency and Internal Medicine, and a distinguished track record in executive leadership roles. I bring deep expertise in both frontline care and healthcare system oversight, with a focused interest in identifying and analyzing the root causes of systemic medical errors to improve quality and patient safety.
Former Chief Medical Officer of a 278-bed hospital
Medical Director – Emergency Medicine & Occupational Health
Consultant to KEPRO (QIO for over 30 states) – Standard of Care Evaluations
Frequent CME Speaker on “The Anatomy of Systemic Errors”
Fellow of American College of Physicians (FACP)
Fellow of American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP)
Fellow of American Association for Physician Leadership (FAAPL)
Fellow of American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE)
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Terrell J Swanson, MD, FAWM
Experienced ER expert, full-time clinical practice
Swanson Emergency Medical Services
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Emergency Medicine
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Stroke, Heart Attack, Myocardial Infarction (MI), Sepsis, Appendicitis, Spinal Abscess, Pulmonary Embolism (PE), Aortic Dissection, Bougie, Ischemic Bowel, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Pneumonia, Infections, Freestanding ER, Testicular Torsion, Hypothermia, Dive Medicine, Heat Stroke, High Altitude Illness
Board-certified Emergency Medicine Physician in full-time active clinical practice. Experienced expert witness at both deposition and trial, and has reviewed over 70 legal cases as a consulting expert.
Clinical experience includes trauma centers, academic institutions, community settings, freestanding EDs, and rural hospitals. Experienced teacher of Emergency Medicine resident physicians. Co-inventor of a novel endotracheal device (RSI Prime, LLC; patent pending) that incorporates an adapted carbon dioxide detector with a modified bougie (an adjunct for difficult airways).
Serves as an initial medical malpractice case reviewer for TeamHealth, the largest national physician staffing agency in the United States (since 2024), and as Assistant Director of Litigation Support (since 2026).
Additionally, fellowship-trained by the Academy of Wilderness Medicine (FAWM) on subjects such as hypothermia, frostbite, heat stroke, altitude illness, animal attacks, and bites from poisonous anima...
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Vu H Tran, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician, Academic Faculty
Vu Huy Tran, MD PA
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Emergency Medicine, Ultrasound
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Trauma, Critical Care, Sepsis, Brain Injury, Cardiac Arrest, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Heart Attack, Stroke, Congestive Heart Failure, Pulmonary Embolism, Head Injuries, Fractures and dislocations, Seizures, Abdominal Pain, Appendicitis, Aortic Dissection, Drug Overdose, Failure to Diagnose
As a board-certified emergency medicine physician with extensive clinical experience, I bring a unique blend of medical expertise and specialized training in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). Having completed a fellowship in POCUS, I have a deep understanding of this essential diagnostic tool, enabling me to provide precise, real-time assessments in critical situations.
In addition to my clinical practice, I serve as an educator, teaching emergency medicine residents and medical students the latest techniques in emergency care and ultrasound diagnostics. My academic involvement ensures that I remain at the forefront of emergency medicine and point of care ultrasound innovations, always up-to-date with the latest protocols and advancements in emergency medicine, trauma, and critical care.
I offer expert medical consultations and case reviews for attorneys, providing detailed insights into a wide range of emergency conditions. Whether for personal injury, medical malpractice, or oth...
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Amanda Jordan, MD, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Physician
Florida
Emergency Medicine
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trauma, assault, toxicology, stroke, MI, fracture, concussion, heart attack, pulmonary embolism, appendicitis, sepsis, pneumonia, motor vehicle collision, DKA, abdominal pain, medical necessity
I am a full-time clinical practitioner of emergency medicine, am board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine, and am a fellow of the American College of Emergency Practitioners. I have been in practice for over 17 years and have extensive experience at multiple practice levels, including level 1 trauma centers, teaching facilities, critical access emergency rooms, and free-standing emergency rooms.
I am ACLS and PALS certified. I have actively taught and supervised medical students, residents, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants throughout my 17 years of clinical and teaching practice.
I graduated cum laude with a degree in Zoology from University of Texas, attended medical school at University of Texas Medical Branch and was a chief resident of the emergency medicine program at University of Texas Southwestern.
Teaching Experience
• Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
• Clinic...
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Colin G Knight, MD, FACS, FAAP
Pediatric Surgery Expert
South Miami, Florida
Pediatric Surgery, General Surgery
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surgeon, pediatric surgeon, surgery, pediatric surgery, surgery expert, expert, pediatrician, doctor, appendix, appendicitis, baby, infant, child, teen, adolescent, youth
After completing his undergraduate education at Yale University, Dr. Colin Knight earned his medical degree at the University of Virginia. Following a surgical internship at UVA, Dr. Knight served as a Flight Surgeon in the United States Air Force. In that capacity, he worked as a primary care doctor, occupational and travel medicine specialist, aircraft mishap investigator, human factors consultant, and served on multiple deployments within the United States and overseas. He then completed surgical training at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh and pediatric surgery training at the Children's Hospital of Michigan in Detroit. Dr. Knight was an attending surgeon at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, where he trained medical students. surgery residents, and pediatric surgery fellows, for over a decade. He now practices at HCA Florida's Lawnwood Hospital in Fort Pierce, Florida. In addition to a faculty appointment at Florida International Unviersity, Dr. Knight served on national com...
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Kevin Taylor, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician/ Medical Director
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine
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Stroke, Sepsis, Ectopic pregnancy, Ischemia, Pulmonary Embolism, Pneumonia, Myocardial infarction, Delay of care, Aortic Dissection, Fracture, Appendicitis, Urgent Care, Torsion, EMTALA, Failure to diagnose, Trauma, Dislocation, Hemorrhage, Meningitis, Dislocation
Kevin L Taylor MD
I have extensive experience in the specialty of emergency medicine and hospital governance. I have been in full time clinical practice since 2009 and have been continuously board certified throughout my career.
I have been clinical faculty of emergency medicine at 3 hospital systems since 2010 including Associate Clinical Faculty since 2020 at Florida Atlantic University Emergency Medicine Residency program. In these roles I have trained new physicians on the practice of emergency medicine.
I have been the Medical Director for a two-hospital system in South Florida for almost 5 years which includes oversight of two emergency departments and a pediatric emergency department. In that role I was responsible for direct operational oversight of 30+ full time and part time emergency physicians, pediatricians, and advanced practice providers. These two facilities saw over 60,000 patient visits per year. Within this role I served as Chair of Emergency Medicine ...
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Robert J Hoffman, MD, MS, FACEP, FACMT
Pediatric Emergency Medicine & Medical Toxicology
Florida
Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Toxicology
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Appendicitis, Diabetic ketoacidosis, Intracranial hemorrhage, Respiratory arrest, Testicular torsion, Cardiac arrest, Fracture, Meningitis, Seizure, Addiction, Child abuse, Head trauma, Overdose/Poisoning, Sepsis/Septic shock, Drug testing, Dehydration, Headache, Pneumonia, Shock, Sedation
I'm fellowship trained and board certified in Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Medical Toxicology, and Pediatrics, and also board certified in Addiction Medicine and Health Care Leadership, Administration, and Management. I have 25 years of experience providing and overseeing care in pediatric emergency departments and emergency departments including in major children's hospitals and Level 1 trauma centers, currently at the largest children's emergency department in the US.
I am the lead editor of the 2nd most widely used pediatric emergency medicine textbook in the USA, The 5 Minute Pediatric Emergency Medicine Consult, and I have over 300 publications in the areas of pediatric emergency medicine, medical toxicology, and emergency medicine. I am frequently invited to lecture nationally and internationally on topics of pediatric emergency medicine, medical toxicology, and emergency medicine.
My pediatric emergency medicine practice focuses on the management of critically ill and inj...
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David L Pick, MD FAAFP FABMS
URGENT CARE EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE
Weston, Florida
Urgent Care Medicine, Family Medicine
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Urgent Care Standard of Care, Urgent Care Malpractice, Nurse Practitioner Supervision, Physician Assistant Supervision, Wrongful Death, Chest Pain, Abdominal Pain, Headaches, Fractures, Orthopedic injuries, Foreign Bodies, Infections, Pediatrics, urgent care medicine, sepsis, appendicitis, torsion
Dr. Pick received his medical degree from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. Dr.Pick is board certified in Family Medicine and is a fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians.In addition he is board certified in Urgent Care Medicine and is a fellow of the American Board of Medical Specialties. Dr. Pick completed his residency at the University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital where he was Chief Resident.He has over 10 years experience as an expert in Urgent Care and Ambulatory Care. He conducts peer review for the Journal of Urgent Care Medicine- JUCM.
Dr. Pick has practiced urgent care medicine for over 30 years as both an attending physician and Medical Director.
He is a founding member of the Board of Certification in Urgent Care Medicine and a founding board member of the Urgent Care College of Physicians.
Dr.Pick is in full time active Urgent Care practice where he supervises and mentors Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.
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Dominique J. Crain, M.D., DABFM, FAAFP
Active Board Certified Family Medicine Hospitalist
Dominique Crain Locums and Medical Legal Consulting
Alpharetta, Georgia
Hospitalist, Family Medicine
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Sepsis, NSTEMI/STEMI/Heart Disease, Primary/Urgent Care, Infections/Bacteremia, Misdiagnosis/Failure of Escalation, Pneumonia, COPD/Emphysema/Asthma, Diabetes/DKA, Hyper/hypotension, Heart failure, Appendicitis, Electrolyte abnormalities, Falls/syncope, Respiratory Failure, Pulmonary Embolism/DVT, Kidney injury, GI bleed/anemia
I am a clinically active board certified Family Medicine physician with a primary practice in hospital medicine as a hospitalist. I graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine in Mobile, Alabama in 2017. I completed my internship and residency training at University of Alabama Tuscaloosa Family Medicine Residency program in 2020 with prior experiences in medical student education. I am the founder and CEO of Dominique Crain Locums Medical Legal Consulting LLC; formerly named Dominique Crain Locums LLC, a physician owned travel medicine business providing services to multiple facilities nationwide. I have prior experiences in providing primary and urgent care services in multiple facilities and states. I am licensed in over a dozen states nationwide (specifics in my curriculum vitae). My active certifications include: Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support and Advanced Trauma Life Support. I have knowledge and skillset...
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Usama Khalid, MD FACEP AEMUS FPD
Emergency Medicine Academic Faculty - Emory
Clear Medical Experts
Atlanta, Georgia
Emergency Medicine, Ultrasound
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Airway management, Resuscitation, Trauma, Heart Attach, Stroke, Blood clots, Ectopic Pregnancy, Sepsis, Pulmonary Embolism, Emergency Ultrasound, Medication Error, Testicular torsion, Aneurysm, Ovarian torsion, Delayed diagnosis, Misdiagnosis, Aortic Dissection, Appendicitis, Negligence, ER utilization
Dr. Khalid is a board-certified Emergency Medicine (EM) Physician with fellowship training and certification in Emergency Ultrasound. Currently practicing in Georgia, he has more than 8 years of experience working in a myriad of clinical settings. These range from busy urban trauma centers, Veterans Affairs hospitals, and prestigious academic institutions to community and suburban settings. He spent many years as an educator at Emory University School of Medicine, mentoring a multitude of medical students, residents and physicians from all specialties. He continues to serve as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Khalid has spoken at multiple national conferences on various topics in Emergency Ultrasound, in addition to contributing as an author on medical books relating to EM and ultrasound. He has also served as the Emergency Ultrasound Director at Emory Johns Creek Hospital, building systems for Emergency Ultrasound integration among clinical staff and provid...
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Chris Burke, MD, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Expert Witness
Idaho
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine
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Airway Management, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Heart Attack, Stroke, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Trauma, Ectopic Pregnancy, Critical Care, Torsion (ovarian, testicular), Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims, Aortic Aneurysm
I am Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM). My current clinical practice is a high volume community hospital in a major metropolitan area. ED volume >80k patients per year. I am recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians.
Well versed in the standard of care in Emergency Medicine as a full time practicing physician.
Experience with credentials committee at community hospitals.
I also hold a clinical faculty position at the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine at Washington State University.
Trusted to provide impartial and comprehensive evaluations based on the facts of the case.
I assist plaintiff and defense medical malpractice attorneys establish the standard of care, and identify breaches in compliance.
Experienced in preparing strategies in defense of litigation for health system attorneys, as well as reviewing third party claims and independent QA reviews.
I offer a complimentary introductory video call at your conveni...
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Ankur Dhawan, DO
Emergency Medicine Physician,Northwestern Medicine
Northwestern Medicine, Delnor Hospital
geneva, Illinois
Emergency Medicine
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Emergency, car accident, appendicitis, nursing home neglect, cause of death, asthma, surgery, cancer, sepsis, child abuse, kids , work accident, abdominal aortic dissection, heart attack, aortic dissection, stroke, elder abuse, pulmonary embolism, trauma, carotid dissection
I am a practicing ER physician with decades of clinical experience. I have also been vice chair of emergency department at Northwestern Medicine, Delnor Hospital. I will only take a case that I know I can defend, and my quality of work speaks for itself. I am loyal, honest and believe in clarity in one's work. I have been involved in various quality care projects and am highly regarded at my place of work, recently receiving physician of the year award.
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Kurt Kaczander, DO
Emergency Medicine
Independent
Illinois
Emergency Medicine
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Medical chart review and analysis, Negligence, Sepsis, pulmonary embolism, appendicitis, Medical Malpractice, Stroke, Aortic Aneurysm / Dissection, Torsion, procedural errors, EMTALA, Difficult intubation, Overdose, Incarcerated Hernia, Hemorrhage, Trauma, Myocardial infarction / STEMI, spinal cord compression, Meningitis, pain
Vastly experienced, Board Certified Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians with over 19 years of full time experience as an attending in the emergency department. I have seen tens of thousands of patients in various environments such as Urban Level 1 trauma
teaching centers, small and mid sized rural departments, Indian reservations, and multiple free standing Emergency Departments throughout the country. I’m clinically active full time, and depending upon the facility, also help teach students and residents in the ED clinical setting. I’m interested and more than qualified to objectively evaluate cases - for the Plaintiff or defense - pertaining to the Emergency Department evaluation, care and claims concerning medical malpractice and negligence. Examples include, but are not limited to - missed diagnosis, Improper performance of procedures, EMTALA, Delayed and / or improper treatment, Sepsis, Myocardial infarction, stroke, Aneurysm’s, torsions, incarcerated hernias...
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Alissa Gorelick, DO
Emergency Medicine Physician - Rural Medicine
Northbrook, Illinois
Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical Services
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Rural Medicine, Sepsis, Stroke, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Attack, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Airway Management, Central Line Placement, Aortic Dissection, Appendicitis, Testicular Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Head Trauma, Pediatric Emergencies
Accomplished board-certified Emergency Medicine physician leader with over 15 years of clinical and administrative experience. Medical malpractice and claims review for a large corporate medical group including standard of care analysis, collaboration with counsel and physician litigation support. Current practice ranging from rural emergency departments to level 1 trauma center.
Seasoned medical director and clinical consultant with in-depth experience in risk management, medical administration, and advisory roles. Developed and implemented peer review programs, physician coaching and evidence-based medicine protocols. Expert in clinical quality and patient care.
Licensure and Certifications:
American Board of Emergency Medicine
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Advanced Trauma Life Support
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Usama Khalid, MD FACEP AEMUS FPD
Emergency Medicine Academic Faculty - Emory
Clear Medical Experts
Illinois
Emergency Medicine, Ultrasound
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Airway management, Resuscitation, Trauma, Heart Attach, Stroke, Blood clots, Ectopic Pregnancy, Sepsis, Pulmonary Embolism, Emergency Ultrasound, Medication Error, Testicular torsion, Aneurysm, Ovarian torsion, Delayed diagnosis, Misdiagnosis, Aortic Dissection, Appendicitis, Negligence, ER utilization
Dr. Khalid is a board-certified Emergency Medicine (EM) Physician with fellowship training and certification in Emergency Ultrasound. Currently practicing in Georgia, he has more than 8 years of experience working in a myriad of clinical settings. These range from busy urban trauma centers, Veterans Affairs hospitals, and prestigious academic institutions to community and suburban settings. He spent many years as an educator at Emory University School of Medicine, mentoring a multitude of medical students, residents and physicians from all specialties. He continues to serve as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Khalid has spoken at multiple national conferences on various topics in Emergency Ultrasound, in addition to contributing as an author on medical books relating to EM and ultrasound. He has also served as the Emergency Ultrasound Director at Emory Johns Creek Hospital, building systems for Emergency Ultrasound integration among clinical staff and provid...
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Gregory Risk, MD, MPH, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Physician
Gregory Risk, MD, PC
Louisiana
Emergency Medicine
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Appendicitis, Airway Management, Aortic dissection, Aortic Aneurysm, Cauda Equina, COVID, Central Line Placement, Epidural Abscess, Ectopic Pregnancy, Head trauma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Pulmonary Embolism, Pneumonia, Myocardial Infarction, Testicular torsion, Pediatrics, Trauma, Sepsis, Stroke
Actively practicing Emergency physician with 30 years of experience, as well as Medical Director for five Emergency Departments, and Regional Medical Director for large group seeing over 250,000 patients annually. 15 years of medical malpractice review for both plaintiff and defense. Over 150 cases reviewed, with approximately 30 depositions and trial testimony given. Served on national committees as well as state Board of Directors and Past President of state specialty college. Extensive military service with multiple overseas deployments. Extensive teaching experience as Assistant Clinical Professor at Medical school and Emergency Medicine residency. Advanced Cardiac Life Support/ACLS Instructor, Advanced Trauma Life Support/ATLS Instructor, Basic Life Support/BLS Instructor. Expert witness who will give straightforward review and analysis of strengths and weaknesses for each case. Specialize in deposition and trial preparation for clients. Extensive references available. I look ...
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Dennis M Thompson, II
Emergency Medicine - Current in Clinical Practice
Alexandria, Louisiana
Emergency Medicine
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Acute Coronary Syndrome, Failure to Diagnose, Trauma, Rural Emergency Medicine, Standards of Care, Back injuries, Stroke, Appendicitis, Testicular Torsion, Ovarian Torsion, APP Supervision, Hemorrhage, Sepsis, Wrongful death, Emergency Medicine, Pulmonary Embolism, Bowel Obstruction
I am a board-certified emergency medicine physician through the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) with a strong clinical background that began as a registered nurse prior to medical school. My experience spans over a decade in acute care, including trauma and community emergency settings, and I bring a balanced perspective to case review—grounded in both frontline experience and evidence-based standards.
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and Associate Degree in Nursing from Louisiana Tech University. I began my healthcare career as a registered nurse, which provided me with foundational insight into patient care and hospital operations from both the bedside and systems-level perspective. I later attended medical school at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport, where I also completed my internship and residency in Emergency Medicine.
Following training, I began practice at a Level II trauma center, managing high-acuity patien...
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Rebecca A Hutchings, MD
Pediatric and Adult Emergency Medicine Expert Witn
Children's Hospital of New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine
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trauma, appendicitis, sepsis, febrile seizures, EMTALA violations, hospital system errors, orthopedic injuries, special needs children, chronically ill children, resident and student supervision, stroke, heart attack, precipitous deliveries, newborn care, general pediatrics, meningitis, DKA
Dr. Rebecca Hutchings is board certified in Emergency Medicine (ABEM) and Pediatrics (ABP), and has been in full time post residency clinical practice for over 17 years. Dr. Hutchings got her undergraduate degree at Columbia University, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a major in Biology and a minor in Spanish Language and Literature. She then went on to earn her medical degree at New York University School of Medicine. She completed her Emergency Medicine training with Louisiana State University School of Medicine at Charity Hospital in New Orleans, and then completed a residency in Pediatrics at the Tulane School of Medicine.
Dr. Hutchings began her career as the director of the Pediatric Emergency Department at Ochsner Hospital and then took an academic position at Tulane Medical Center. She currently works in the Division of Emergency Medicine at Children’s Hospital of New Orleans (a level II trauma center), supervising students and residents from both Louisiana State Univers...
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Michael J Hebert, M.S., PA-C
Emergency Medicine/Urgent Care PA!
M.J. Hebert Enterprises, LLC
Pineville, Louisiana
Physician Assistant, Emergency Medicine
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Emergency Medicine PA, Urgent Care, APP, MLP, Mid-level Provider, Heart Atttack, CVA, Stroke, Heart Attack, Intracranial Hemorrhage, Kidney Stone, Sepsis, Ectopic Pregnancy, Pneumonia, laceration, fracture, dehydration, acute kidney injury, appendicitis
A 20 year Army Veteran, I have worked as a Physician Assistant in both Emergency Medicine and Urgent Care for 25+ years. I am a proud 1997 Summa Cum Laude graduate of the U.S. Army PA Program where I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. I later obtained my Master of Science Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from A.T. Still University in Mesa, Arizona. I am a retired Major from the Louisiana Army National Guard and have deployed overseas on two occasions. I last served as Deputy State Surgeon in charge of medical readiness for Louisiana troops. I currently split my time between working in a fast-paced emergency department and a high-acuity urgent care clinic in the central Louisiana area.
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Dennis P McKenna, MD
Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert Witness
Maine
Emergency Medicine, Hospital Administration
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Failure to Diagnose, Standard of Care, Trauma, Stroke, Myocardial Infarction, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Spinal Abscess, Pulmonary Embolism (PE), Aortic Dissection, Subarachnoid Hemorrhagez, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Pneumonia, Testicular Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Asthma, Anaphylactic Shock, Suicide, Ischemic Bowel, EMTALA
Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physician | Hospital Executive | Medical–Legal Expert
Dr. Dennis P. McKenna is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician, Full Professor at a medical college, former President and Chief Executive Officer of a multi-hospital health system, and retired U.S. Navy Medical Corps Captain. He brings more than 25 years of frontline clinical experience and senior executive leadership to the review, analysis, and testimony of medical malpractice matters involving emergency care, hospital systems, and physician decision-making. His clinical practice has included serving in multiple community hospitals, operational deployments as a battalion surgeon with the US Marines, and over 20 years as an attending physician at an academic Level I trauma center.
Dr. McKenna offers attorneys a rare combination of clinical practice, academic authority, hospital administrative expertise, and military operational leadership, providing immediate credibility in cases in...
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Eric J Beauvois, MD
Five Eagles Consulting, LLC
Annapolis, Maryland
Emergency Medicine, Medical Management
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Failure to diagnose, Failure to treat, Cancer, Stroke, Myocardial Infarction, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Appendicitis, Ectopic pregnancy, Trauma, Resuscitation, Sepsis, Ischemia, Diabetes, Shock, DVT, Acute coronary syndrome, Testicular torsion, Airway management, Intracranial hemorrhage
I am residency trained and board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I am a full-time practitioner licensed in Maryland. With 20 years of clinical practice, I am an experienced clinician and medical group president and serve as the peer review coordinator for my group.
I am experienced in litigation and provide credible, understandable testimony that educates the judge and jury about the facts in a case with relation to negligence, causation, and damages. I diligently review the medical records, identify relevant issues, and provide clear, consistent, and honest analysis of the matter including angles of rebuttal of opposing expert witnesses. I have a sincere and professional demeanor, keen attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
I am prompt and professional, understand the importance of making deadlines, and am easily accessible via cell phone. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.
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Vipul M Kella, MD, MBA FACEP
Emergency and Hospital Administration Expert
Vipul Kella
Potomac, Maryland
Emergency Medicine, Hospital Administration
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COVID, overdose, anaphylaxis, appendicitis, fraud, hospital administration, mental health, aortic dissection, sexual assault, myocardial infarction, fractures, negligence, sepsis, wound care, trauma, cardiac arrest, brain hemorrhage, stroke, medical devices, aneurysm
Background:
Dr. Kella is a board-certified emergency medicine physician who practices in the Washington, D.C. area. In his twenty years of practice, he has worked both clinically and as a hospital executive in large hospital systems and has received awards for hospital safety and quality initiatives. He currently practices in the Washington, D.C. area and has been retained in high-profile civil and federal matters by firms across the country.
Dr. Kella has both a clinical and executive background, with an MBA in hospital administration and 15 years of experience in hospital administrative and consulting roles. He is frequently retained for his expertise in corporate negligence and complex hospital administrative matters. He is also a chief medical officer and an experienced health tech expert, and he has been retained for his experience with medical devices and products.
Board-certified in Emergency Medicine, and a highly experienced expert witness, having reviewed over 400 ...
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Dennis P McKenna, MD
Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert Witness
Massachusetts
Emergency Medicine, Hospital Administration
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Failure to Diagnose, Standard of Care, Trauma, Stroke, Myocardial Infarction, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Spinal Abscess, Pulmonary Embolism (PE), Aortic Dissection, Subarachnoid Hemorrhagez, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Pneumonia, Testicular Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Asthma, Anaphylactic Shock, Suicide, Ischemic Bowel, EMTALA
Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physician | Hospital Executive | Medical–Legal Expert
Dr. Dennis P. McKenna is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician, Full Professor at a medical college, former President and Chief Executive Officer of a multi-hospital health system, and retired U.S. Navy Medical Corps Captain. He brings more than 25 years of frontline clinical experience and senior executive leadership to the review, analysis, and testimony of medical malpractice matters involving emergency care, hospital systems, and physician decision-making. His clinical practice has included serving in multiple community hospitals, operational deployments as a battalion surgeon with the US Marines, and over 20 years as an attending physician at an academic Level I trauma center.
Dr. McKenna offers attorneys a rare combination of clinical practice, academic authority, hospital administrative expertise, and military operational leadership, providing immediate credibility in cases in...
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David A Meguerdichian, MD
Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School
Natick, Massachusetts
Emergency Medicine
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Trauma, Orthopedic Injuries, Difficult Airway, Emergency Procedures, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Procedural Sedation, Medical Simulation, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Stroke, Pulmonary Embolism, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Clinical Operations
Dr. David Meguerdichian is a board certified emergency medicine physician and a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. He is an instructor of emergency medicine at Harvard Medical School and practices emergency medicine at the academic and community sites for Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). Dr. Meguerdichian is a graduate of Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency training in emergency medicine at Boston Medical Center where he served as chief resident in his final year.
Through his years in practice, Dr. Meguerdichian has educated hundreds of students and resident physicians. In his current role as the assistant medical director of the Neil and Elise Wallace STRATUS Center for Medical Simulation, he has focused on the use of simulation to improve physician procedural skills, patient safety, and closed-loop physician communication. He has authored several peer-reviewed publications and lectured on key topics in emergency medicine. R...
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Benjamin A. White, MD, FACEP, FAAEM
Falmouth, Massachusetts
Emergency Medicine
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Airway Management, Myocardial Infarction, Cardiac Arrest, Stroke, Sepsis, Pulmonary Embolism, Appendicitis, Allergic Reaction, Emergency Procedures, Foreign Bodies, Trauma, Fracture
Benjamin A. White, MD is a board-certified emergency physician at the Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Emergency Medicine, and an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at Harvard Medical School. He also currently serves as the Director of the Center for Emergency Medicine Innovation, and the Director of ED Observation. He also serves as the Director of Patient Experience for Mass General Brigham (MGB) Emergency Medicine. He previously served as Director of Clinical Operations at MGH, and chair of the ED Operations Committee, a group charged with overseeing the systems, processes and procedures that support optimal and efficient patient care in the MGH ED. He recently served as Co-Chair of the ED Operations Management Committee of the American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM) and as Co-Chair of the ED Operations Interest Group of the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine (SAEM). He serves on multiple committees charged with developing and vetting national gui...
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Charles G Murphy, MD
CGM PEM Consulting, PLLC
Boston, Massachusetts
Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medicine
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Abdominal Pain, Appendicitis, Community Hospital ER, Emergency Trauma, Fractures, Head Trauma, Pediatric Urgent Care, Pediatrics, Sepsis, Torsion, Trauma, Urgent Care Pediatrics, Wound Care
I have been practicing Pediatric Emergency Medicine since 2006. I have had the opportunity to work in a range of hospital settings - from a local academic community hospital to a quaternary Children's Hospital. I am currently practicing at Tufts Medical Center/Tufts Children's Hospital in Boston, MA. Beyond my clinical work - my current responsibilities include medical education on the resident, medical student and physician assistant levels. I have testified in court and pride myself on my meticulous review of cases as well as an accurate, honest assessment of the case with regards to the standard of care.
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Henry Moss, DO, FASAM
Emergency & Addiction Expert - Stanford Trained
Okemos, Michigan
Emergency Medicine, Addiction Medicine
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sepsis, overdose, intoxication, opioids, cannabis, cocaine, amphetamines, alcohol, myocardial infarction / heart attack, intubation, stroke / cerebrovascular accident, eclampsia, medical education, overprescribing, pain management, failure to monitor, appendicitis, infection, aortic aneurysm / dissection, lumbar puncture
Dr. Henry Moss, DO, FASAM, is a dual board-certified physician in Emergency and Addiction Medicine. As a senior staff physician at a level-1 trauma center in Detroit, he brings extensive experience in high-stakes emergency care, and actively contributes to resident and medical student education.
With specialized training from Stanford in Addiction Medicine, Dr. Moss is uniquely qualified to analyze the intersection of substance use disorders and acute medical care. He has a strong academic and teaching background and has led various education initiatives on toxidromes, withdrawal syndromes, and ECG interpretation. His scholarly contributions include research on virtual simulation training for emergency physicians in collaboration with Yale University, as well as studies on patient admission predictors, presented at national conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals.
As a leader in emergency medicine education, Dr. Moss serves on committees for resident competency assessmen...
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Usama Khalid, MD FACEP AEMUS FPD
Emergency Medicine Academic Faculty - Emory
Clear Medical Experts
Michigan
Emergency Medicine, Ultrasound
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Airway management, Resuscitation, Trauma, Heart Attach, Stroke, Blood clots, Ectopic Pregnancy, Sepsis, Pulmonary Embolism, Emergency Ultrasound, Medication Error, Testicular torsion, Aneurysm, Ovarian torsion, Delayed diagnosis, Misdiagnosis, Aortic Dissection, Appendicitis, Negligence, ER utilization
Dr. Khalid is a board-certified Emergency Medicine (EM) Physician with fellowship training and certification in Emergency Ultrasound. Currently practicing in Georgia, he has more than 8 years of experience working in a myriad of clinical settings. These range from busy urban trauma centers, Veterans Affairs hospitals, and prestigious academic institutions to community and suburban settings. He spent many years as an educator at Emory University School of Medicine, mentoring a multitude of medical students, residents and physicians from all specialties. He continues to serve as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Khalid has spoken at multiple national conferences on various topics in Emergency Ultrasound, in addition to contributing as an author on medical books relating to EM and ultrasound. He has also served as the Emergency Ultrasound Director at Emory Johns Creek Hospital, building systems for Emergency Ultrasound integration among clinical staff and provid...
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Kurt Kaczander, DO
Emergency Medicine
Independent
Laingsburg, Michigan
Emergency Medicine
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Medical chart review and analysis, Negligence, Sepsis, pulmonary embolism, appendicitis, Medical Malpractice, Stroke, Aortic Aneurysm / Dissection, Torsion, procedural errors, EMTALA, Difficult intubation, Overdose, Incarcerated Hernia, Hemorrhage, Trauma, Myocardial infarction / STEMI, spinal cord compression, Meningitis, pain
Vastly experienced, Board Certified Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians with over 19 years of full time experience as an attending in the emergency department. I have seen tens of thousands of patients in various environments such as Urban Level 1 trauma
teaching centers, small and mid sized rural departments, Indian reservations, and multiple free standing Emergency Departments throughout the country. I’m clinically active full time, and depending upon the facility, also help teach students and residents in the ED clinical setting. I’m interested and more than qualified to objectively evaluate cases - for the Plaintiff or defense - pertaining to the Emergency Department evaluation, care and claims concerning medical malpractice and negligence. Examples include, but are not limited to - missed diagnosis, Improper performance of procedures, EMTALA, Delayed and / or improper treatment, Sepsis, Myocardial infarction, stroke, Aneurysm’s, torsions, incarcerated hernias...
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Wayne S Orr, III
General Surgery and Surgical Oncology- Professor
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Ridgeland, Mississippi
General Surgery, Surgical Oncology
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surgical oncology, hepatobiliary surgery, abdominal surgery, dermatological surgery, acute care surgery, breast surgery, colon surgery, rectal surgery, gallbladder surgery, small bowel surgery, appendix surgery, sarcoma, melanoma, stomach, gastric, robotic surgery, appendicitis, cancer, skin cancer
General Surgery- University of Tennessee Health Science Center- Memphis, TN
Complex Surgical Oncology Fellowship- MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Tx
Division Chief, Surgical Oncology at the University of Mississippi Medical Center- Jackson, MS
Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Mississippi Medical Center- Jackson, MS
Staff General Surgeon at Southwest Mississippi Medical Center- McComb, MS
Staff General Surgeon at Merit Health Systems- Madison, MS
Associate Program Director for General Surgery at the University of Mississippi Medical Center- Jackson, MS
State Chair, American College of Surgeons Committee on Cancer, Mississippi
Chairman, Clinical Cancer Committee at the University of Mississippi Medical Center- Jackson, MS
Chair, Gastrointestinal Tumor Board at the University of Mississippi Medical Center- Jackson, MS
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Daniel Milyavsky, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician - Creighton U Faculty
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy
Omaha, Nebraska
Emergency Medicine
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Missed Myocardial Infarction, Chest Pain Evaluation, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Missed Stroke, Ischemic Stroke, Standard Of Care, Sepsis and Septic Shock, Missed Infection, Pulmonary Embolism, Aortic Dissection, Failure to Diagnose, Delayed Diagnosis, Trauma Evaluation, Head Injury, Appendicitis, Airway Management, Failed Intubation
Daniel Milyavsky, MD is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician actively practicing in an academic Level I Trauma Center emergency department. He is an attending physician at Creighton University Medical Center – Bergan Mercy in Omaha, Nebraska, where he provides emergency care in a high-acuity setting and is involved in the education and supervision of emergency medicine residents and medical students as Creighton University faculty.
Dr. Milyavsky completed his Emergency Medicine residency training at Morristown Medical Center in New Jersey and has practiced in a variety of emergency department settings, including academic trauma centers, high-volume community hospitals, and freestanding emergency departments. His clinical experience includes care of patients presenting with chest pain and acute coronary syndromes, stroke and other neurologic emergencies, sepsis and septic shock, trauma, airway and respiratory emergencies, and undifferentiated medical complaints.
He is exp...
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Amanda Jordan, MD, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Physician
Henderson, Nevada
Emergency Medicine
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trauma, assault, toxicology, stroke, MI, fracture, concussion, heart attack, pulmonary embolism, appendicitis, sepsis, pneumonia, motor vehicle collision, DKA, abdominal pain, medical necessity
I am a full-time clinical practitioner of emergency medicine, am board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine, and am a fellow of the American College of Emergency Practitioners. I have been in practice for over 17 years and have extensive experience at multiple practice levels, including level 1 trauma centers, teaching facilities, critical access emergency rooms, and free-standing emergency rooms.
I am ACLS and PALS certified. I have actively taught and supervised medical students, residents, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants throughout my 17 years of clinical and teaching practice.
I graduated cum laude with a degree in Zoology from University of Texas, attended medical school at University of Texas Medical Branch and was a chief resident of the emergency medicine program at University of Texas Southwestern.
Teaching Experience
• Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
• Clinic...
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Ariel Cohen, DO
Leira Physician Services
Las Vegas, Nevada
Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medicine
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Airway, Appendicitis, Asthma, Car Accidents, Febrile Illness / Fever, Fractures, Elder Neglect, Vascular access, Resuscitation, Sepsis, Simulation, Stroke, Wounds, Psychiatric Emergencies (Suicide), Sedation, Trauma, Ultrasound, Non-accidental trauma (child abuse), Newborn Care, Video laryngoscopy (Intubation)
I am dual board certified in Pediatric Emergency Medicine and Emergency Medicine. I have 10 years of clinical experience and have worked in most emergency department settings including Academic/Level 1 trauma centers, community hospitals, rural critical access hospitals and hybrid settings. I also have administrative experience.
A few highlights from my CV include the following:
-Expert for public defenders in criminal cases for the indigent
-Peer reviewer for state boards
-Medical consultant for state medical board
-Consultant for Children's Advocacy Center (investigates child abuse, neglect, homicide)
-Peer reviewer for private company
-Peer review committee member at academic center
-Pediatric child abuse liaison at academic center
-Interim Director of Pediatric Emergency Medicine & Quality Director
In addition to chart review, I am an experienced writer and have authored a book chapter, case studies and research articles.
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Donna Simmers-Dabinett, DO
Emergency Medicine Expert Witness/Consultant
DSD Medical Expert Witness and Consultant, LLC
Mullica Hill, New Jersey
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine
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Trauma, Airway Management, Heart Attack/Myocardial Infarction, Pulmonary Embolus, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Aneurysm, Appendicitis, Ectopic Pregnancy, Ovarian Torsion, Testicular Torsion, Vascular Procedures, Stroke/CVA, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Subdural Hemorrhage, Fractures, Dislocations, Overdose, Psychiatric Emergencies
Dr. Simmers-Dabinett is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician with extensive experience in acute care, trauma, resuscitation, and critical decision-making. She is currently practicing and licensed in New Jersey with 22 years of experience in her field. She provides expert medical analysis, testimony, and consultation in cases involving emergency and urgent medical conditions. Dr. Simmers-Dabinett is skilled at translating complex medical concepts into clear concepts using terminology non medical professionals understands, while giving an non-biased medical expert opinion.
Expert Witness Services:
Case Review and Analysis
Medical Record Evaluation
Expert Reports and Affidavits
Depositions and Trial Testimony
Plaintiff and Defense Support
Consultation for Legal Teams
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Erik Blutinger, MD, MSc, FACEP
Critical Care Insight, Public Health Perspective
South Orange, New Jersey
Emergency Medicine, Public Health
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stroke, myocardial infarction, sepsis, spinal cord injury, meningitis, thromboembolism, appendicitis, cardiac arrythmia, bowel obstruction, intracranial hemorrhage, airway management, urgent care, cardiac arrest, traumatic injury, telemedicine, resuscitation, standard of care, advocacy, consultant
Dr. Erik Blutinger is board-certified, assistant professor of emergency physician, recognized for his expertise and extensive experience in clinical practice, leadership, global healthcare initiatives, and hospital administration. He graduated magna cum laude from Brandeis University before earning his MD from George Washington University. During medical school, Dr. Blutinger pursued an advanced Master's degree overseas in the United Kingdom (London), complementing his clinical acumen with specialized training in health policy, planning, and financing. He completed his residency in emergency medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. He is a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP).
Dr. Blutinger's career has been marked by rapid advancement, notably appointed medical director in several roles for a large academic health system including utilization management / care management and community paramedicine. Beyond his clinical responsibilities, he is passionate ...
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Stephen Alerhand, MD
National Ultrasound Leader; Full-time Emergency MD
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Newark, New Jersey
Emergency Medicine, Ultrasound
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echocardiography, critical care echocardiography, pulmonary embolism, cardiac arrest, pulmonary hypertension, myocardial infarction, cardiac tamponade, pericardial tamponade, arthrocentesis, spinal epidural abscess, point-of-care ultrasound, POCUS, trauma, pediatrics, appendicitis, regional anesthesia, nerve blocks, cholecystitis
Stephen Alerhand MD is an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. He serves as Director of the Emergency Ultrasound Division and its Advanced Emergency Medicine Ultrasonography (AEMUS) Fellowship. After his undergraduate graduation from Brown University with an Sc.B. in Neuroscience, Dr. Alerhand completed both his Emergency Medicine Residency and Ultrasound Fellowship at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
He has been bestowed with institutional, regional, and national awards in emergency ultrasound education, including from the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) and the Society of Academic Emergency Medicine. In addition to Emergency Medicine, Dr. Alerhand is also board-certified in Critical Care Echocardiography (CCeXAM). He has published 50+ peer-reviewed publications in emergency ultrasound and critical care echocardiography. Nationally, Dr. Alerhand serves as Editor-in-Chief for the PEERcert+ QBank and as Revi...
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Glenn Birnbaum, MD FACEP
Emergency Medicine - Failure to Diagnose Expert
New Jersey
Emergency Medicine
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Failure to Diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Motor vehicle accident, Heart Attack, Myocardial Infarction, MI, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, PE, Aortic Aneurysm, Appendicitis, Ischemic Bowel, Stroke, TIA, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Sepsis, Pneumonia, Infections
Hi, I’m Dr. Glenn Birnbaum, a residency-trained, board-certified Emergency Medicine Specialist and a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. In addition to over 30 years’ experience in clinical practice as an emergency physician, I have extensive additional experience as core faculty for an emergency medicine residency training program, leadership of several high-volume, high-acuity emergency departments, and leadership of a large regional Emergency Physician group.
I specialize in Emergency Room Failure to Diagnose cases and have assisted attorneys in over 100 personal injury and medical malpractice cases, including frequent trial and deposition testimony in federal court and state courts nationwide.
As an emergency medicine expert, I diligently review the facts of the matter at hand, identify all the relevant issues, and provide an extensive analysis of the matter. Hallmarks of my work as an expert include: clear, consistent, well-supported opinions, explanatio...
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Robert J Hoffman, MD, MS, FACEP, FACMT
Pediatric Emergency Medicine & Medical Toxicology
New York, New York
Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Toxicology
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Appendicitis, Diabetic ketoacidosis, Intracranial hemorrhage, Respiratory arrest, Testicular torsion, Cardiac arrest, Fracture, Meningitis, Seizure, Addiction, Child abuse, Head trauma, Overdose/Poisoning, Sepsis/Septic shock, Drug testing, Dehydration, Headache, Pneumonia, Shock, Sedation
I'm fellowship trained and board certified in Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Medical Toxicology, and Pediatrics, and also board certified in Addiction Medicine and Health Care Leadership, Administration, and Management. I have 25 years of experience providing and overseeing care in pediatric emergency departments and emergency departments including in major children's hospitals and Level 1 trauma centers, currently at the largest children's emergency department in the US.
I am the lead editor of the 2nd most widely used pediatric emergency medicine textbook in the USA, The 5 Minute Pediatric Emergency Medicine Consult, and I have over 300 publications in the areas of pediatric emergency medicine, medical toxicology, and emergency medicine. I am frequently invited to lecture nationally and internationally on topics of pediatric emergency medicine, medical toxicology, and emergency medicine.
My pediatric emergency medicine practice focuses on the management of critically ill and inj...
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Kurt Dischner, MD, FACEP
Extensive Emergency Med & leadership experience
Northport , New York
Emergency Medicine
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Myocardial Infarction, Pulmonary Embolism, Critical Care, Stroke, Sepsis, Foreign Bodies, Fractures, Infections, Cardiac Arrest, Appendicitis, Airway Management, Urgent Care, PA & NP Supervision, Abdominal Pain, Adult and Pediatric Cases
I am a residency trained, board certified Emergency Medicine attending physician at a suburban emergency department. As the Associate Director of Emergency Services I assist with the management and leadership of the emergency department in addition to seeing patients. My duties include facilitating departmental policies & procedures, performance improvement and quality measures in the ED.
I am published in the field of Emergency Medicine. I have prior experience performing medical expert consulting on case reviews with other law firms, medical consulting with a large consulting group and have court room experience.
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Donna Simmers-Dabinett, DO
Emergency Medicine Expert Witness/Consultant
DSD Medical Expert Witness and Consultant, LLC
New York
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine
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Trauma, Airway Management, Heart Attack/Myocardial Infarction, Pulmonary Embolus, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Aneurysm, Appendicitis, Ectopic Pregnancy, Ovarian Torsion, Testicular Torsion, Vascular Procedures, Stroke/CVA, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Subdural Hemorrhage, Fractures, Dislocations, Overdose, Psychiatric Emergencies
Dr. Simmers-Dabinett is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician with extensive experience in acute care, trauma, resuscitation, and critical decision-making. She is currently practicing and licensed in New Jersey with 22 years of experience in her field. She provides expert medical analysis, testimony, and consultation in cases involving emergency and urgent medical conditions. Dr. Simmers-Dabinett is skilled at translating complex medical concepts into clear concepts using terminology non medical professionals understands, while giving an non-biased medical expert opinion.
Expert Witness Services:
Case Review and Analysis
Medical Record Evaluation
Expert Reports and Affidavits
Depositions and Trial Testimony
Plaintiff and Defense Support
Consultation for Legal Teams
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Dennis P McKenna, MD
Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert Witness
Selkirk, New York
Emergency Medicine, Hospital Administration
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Failure to Diagnose, Standard of Care, Trauma, Stroke, Myocardial Infarction, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Spinal Abscess, Pulmonary Embolism (PE), Aortic Dissection, Subarachnoid Hemorrhagez, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Pneumonia, Testicular Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Asthma, Anaphylactic Shock, Suicide, Ischemic Bowel, EMTALA
Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physician | Hospital Executive | Medical–Legal Expert
Dr. Dennis P. McKenna is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician, Full Professor at a medical college, former President and Chief Executive Officer of a multi-hospital health system, and retired U.S. Navy Medical Corps Captain. He brings more than 25 years of frontline clinical experience and senior executive leadership to the review, analysis, and testimony of medical malpractice matters involving emergency care, hospital systems, and physician decision-making. His clinical practice has included serving in multiple community hospitals, operational deployments as a battalion surgeon with the US Marines, and over 20 years as an attending physician at an academic Level I trauma center.
Dr. McKenna offers attorneys a rare combination of clinical practice, academic authority, hospital administrative expertise, and military operational leadership, providing immediate credibility in cases in...
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Mark Winther, MD, FACEP
Emergency Physician and ER Administrator
New York Physicians Medical Legal Consulting, LLC.
Albany, New York
Emergency Medicine, Hospital Administration
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Sepsis, septic shock, alcohol related injuries, telemedicine, nurse practitioner and physician assistant supervision, decubitus ulcers, COVID-19, heart attack, TIA, stroke, airway management, necrotizing fasciitis, appendicitis, testicular torsion, ectopic pregnancy, pulmonary embolism, suicide
Board Certified in Emergency Medicine. Experienced Clinician and Expert Witness, Prior Department Chair and Hospital Medical Director, ED Director, Urgent Care Medical Director.
Experience in over 80 cases
Emergency Medicine Residency Trained;
Columbia Medical School Faculty
Developed physician assistant and nurse practitioner emergency medicine fellowship.
ATLS, ACLS, BLS, and PALS certified
X-License DEA Certification
Trained EMT, EMS Medical Director
Experience in Level II Trauma Center & Stroke Center, rural and critical access hospitals and urgent care centers.
Interests: Sepsis/Septic Shock, necrotizing fasciitis, alcohol related injuries, Heart attack/MI care, resuscitation, airway management, telemedicine, quality oversite and training of physician assistants (PA-C), and nurse practitioners (NP) in emergency care.
Skilled in utilization of video laryngoscopy for emergency airway management
Completed multiple SEAK expert witness training courses.
*Responsive and Easily...
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Zachary Ginsberg, MD, MPP, FACEP
Duke University Hospital
Durham, North Carolina
Emergency Medicine, Critical Care Surgery
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ICU, Intensive Care, Central Line, Intubation, Airway, Sedation, Resuscitation, Sepsis, Shock, ICU Delirium, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Attack, Stroke, Appendicitis, Pulmonary Embolism, Pneumonia, Aneurysm
Faculty at Duke University Hospital with dual appointment in Trauma and Critical Care and Emergency Medicine. Actively practicing physician who works shifts in both the intensive care unit (ICU) and the emergency department.
Able to provide a review of the Emergency Department and ICU components of a case given combination of training, board certification and clinical practice. One of only a small number of physicians who is Board Certified in both Emergency Medicine and Surgical Critical Care Medicine. This provides a review of both components of care in a single expert for a more efficient review of a case.
Educated at Brown and Harvard. Completed top Surgical Critical Care Fellowship (University of Maryland R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center). Winner of several awards during training/education and as faculty. Certified Advanced Trauma Life Support Instructor. Regularly publishes.
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Randolph J. Cordle, MD
Pediatric Emergency Medicine and Adult EM
Randolph Cordle Consulting
North Carolina
Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medicine
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Diagnostic Delay, Appendicitis, Abuse, Sepsis, Resuscitation, Airway, Fever Evaluation, Procedures, Meningitis, Stroke, Fracture, Wounds, Urgent Care Medicine, Cruise Ship, Policy and Procedure, Trauma/Accidents, Aeromedical Transport, Emergency Medical Systems, Hospital/Department Negligence, Neonatal Presentations
I have practiced Emergency Medicine and Pediatric Emergency Medicine for decades. I have also worked in Urgent Care and in maritime medicine. I am triple board-certified in Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medicine, and General Pediatrics, and have over 26 years of clinical and administrative experience. I love to teach and have served as a Professor in both Pediatrics and Emergency Medicine for many years. I also have experience as a Cruise Ship (Senior Physician) and can speak to the standards of care in these areas. I continue to teach on a wide variety of emergency medicine and pediatric emergency medicine topics.
A few highlights from my CV include experience as a US ARMY Flight Surgeon, Division Director of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Medical Director of three emergency departments, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellowship Creator and Director, QA Director of Pediatric Division, QI Director Level One Adult and Pediatric Emergency Departments, Pediatric Trauma L...
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Timberly E. Booker, MD
Experienced Expert Witness EM Physician
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
Charlotte , North Carolina
Emergency Medicine, Nursing Homes
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Aortic Dissection, Aortic Aneurysms, Appendicitis, Ectopic pregnancy, Myocardial Infarction, Stroke, Sepsis, Intracranial bleeds, Pulmonary Emboli, Testicular Torsion, Pneumonia, Fractures, EMTALA, Cardiac Arrest, Triage, Trauma, pregnancy emergencies
Dr. Booker is a board certified Emergency Medicine physician and has been practicing medicine for 18 years. She has worked in Level 1 trauma hospitals, free standing Emergency Rooms, suburban and urban community hospitals and post acute care in Skilled Nursing Facilities .
Dr. Booker can be utilized to provide expert witness services to attorneys representing plaintiff or defendant. She is licensed in North Carolina and Illinois and, if called, can present an honest and unbiased opinion on Emergency Medicine Medical Malpractice and Negligence cases.
Dr. Booker is a seasoned professional with extensive experience, having worked on numerous expert witness medical cases.
Licensed in both North Carolina and Illinois.
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Ajay Kohli, MD, JD, FAAEM
Emergency Medicine Physician - Duke Faculty
Durham, North Carolina
Emergency Medicine
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MI, heart attack, myocardial infarction, stroke, sepsis, cellulitis, infection, abdominal pain, chest pain, appendicitis, necrotizing fasciitis, shortness of breath, cardiac arrest, small bowel obstruction, kidney stone, airway, airway management, central line
I am currently practicing as a board-certified emergency medicine physician at Duke University Hospital, where I have serve as a faculty and have worked for 9 years, as well as the Durham VA Hospital. I completed my residency training at Emory Healthcare/Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, GA and am an experienced educator, having taught medical students, PA students, nursing students and resident physicians.
I am also a former attorney and previously worked as a corporate lawyer at a large international firm in New York City and currently teach various medicolegal topics. I have served as an expert reviewer for numerous medical malpractice cases.
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Kurt Kaczander, DO
Emergency Medicine
Independent
Ohio
Emergency Medicine
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Medical chart review and analysis, Negligence, Sepsis, pulmonary embolism, appendicitis, Medical Malpractice, Stroke, Aortic Aneurysm / Dissection, Torsion, procedural errors, EMTALA, Difficult intubation, Overdose, Incarcerated Hernia, Hemorrhage, Trauma, Myocardial infarction / STEMI, spinal cord compression, Meningitis, pain
Vastly experienced, Board Certified Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians with over 19 years of full time experience as an attending in the emergency department. I have seen tens of thousands of patients in various environments such as Urban Level 1 trauma
teaching centers, small and mid sized rural departments, Indian reservations, and multiple free standing Emergency Departments throughout the country. I’m clinically active full time, and depending upon the facility, also help teach students and residents in the ED clinical setting. I’m interested and more than qualified to objectively evaluate cases - for the Plaintiff or defense - pertaining to the Emergency Department evaluation, care and claims concerning medical malpractice and negligence. Examples include, but are not limited to - missed diagnosis, Improper performance of procedures, EMTALA, Delayed and / or improper treatment, Sepsis, Myocardial infarction, stroke, Aneurysm’s, torsions, incarcerated hernias...
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Timothy Jones, MD, FACEP
Experienced EM Expert | Commander, USN (ret)
Oklahoma
Emergency Medicine
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Sepsis, Airway, Myocardial Infarction, Cardiac Arrest, Appendicitis, Epidural Abscess, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Testicular Torsion, Ovarian Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Anaphylaxis, Ischemic Bowel, Stroke, Syncope, TIA, SAH, Cauda Equina, Trauma, Aerospace Medicine
Dr. Jones excels in distilling complex medical principles into readily understandable concepts targeted to judge, jury, and a non-medical audience. He is an effective communicator with extensive speaking experience on both the local and national stage.
Dr. Jones is residency trained and board certified in emergency medicine and is a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. He is a full time EM clinician with over 25 years of practice experience. Dr. Jones is the former emergency medicine medical director at Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center in Fort Worth. He has reviewed over 3,000 emergency medicine cases and has a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of standard of care. He served many years as clinical assistant professor, department of surgery, division of emergency medicine, at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW) and was active in resident education.
Dr. Jones has a broad clinical background and has practiced in multipl...
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Kurtis A Mayz, JD MD MBA RP FAAP FCLM FAAP FACEP
Emergency Medicine & Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine
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airway, emergency, child abuse, trauma, resucitation, appendicitis, torsion, fracture, meningitis, sepsis, heart attack, stroke, diabetes, seizure, malpractice, fever, abdominal pain, discharge, CPR, drowning
Dr. Mayz is the former Chair of Emergency Medicine at Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet, Illinois, Chair of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Saint Francis Children’s Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Assistant Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine at Oklahoma State University. He is board certified in both emergency medicine and pediatric emergency medicine. He has worked in several emergency and pediatric emergency departments around the country, encompassing a variety of different practice settings. His experience includes both administrative and clinical practice. In addition to his work as a practicing clinician, Dr. Mayz has served on multiple ACEP committees most recently on bylaws and medical legal and is the President of the Oklahoma College of Emergency Physicians. He is also actively involved in risk and claims management with United States Acute Care Solutions. Dr. Mayz is a Registered Parliamentarian and a member of the National Association of Parliamentarians and i...
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Andy S Barnett, MD
Emergency Medicine - Double Boarded EM/FM
Portland, Oregon
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine
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Trauma, Stroke, Heart Attack, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Aeromedical transfer, EMS, Airway management, Torsion (ovarian/testicular), Ectopic Pregnancy, Rural Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Colon Perforation, Wrongful Death, Delayed Diagnosis, Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims Denial
Dual Board-Certified in Emergency Medicine & Family Medicine: This unique combination qualifies me to serve as a "same specialty" expert witness in states with such requirements, particularly for cases evaluating the standard of care for Family Physicians in emergency or urgent care settings.
Extensive Clinical Practice: Over 20 years of continuous practice treating more than 20,000 patients in the full spectrum of clinical environments, from 2-bed rural facilities to high-volume Level 1 Trauma Centers. I maintain an active practice in a busy, urban hospital Emergency Department.
Proven Medical & Quality Assurance Leadership: Held key leadership roles including Medical Director, Quality Assurance Director, and National Clinical Steering Chair for a large national urgent care corporation. Served as Chair of a Health System Peer Review Committee and as a longstanding member of a Level 1 Trauma Center's Credentials Committee.
Specialized Endoscopy Expertise: 20 years of ongoing expe...
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Chris Burke, MD, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Expert Witness
Oregon
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine
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Airway Management, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Heart Attack, Stroke, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Trauma, Ectopic Pregnancy, Critical Care, Torsion (ovarian, testicular), Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims, Aortic Aneurysm
I am Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM). My current clinical practice is a high volume community hospital in a major metropolitan area. ED volume >80k patients per year. I am recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians.
Well versed in the standard of care in Emergency Medicine as a full time practicing physician.
Experience with credentials committee at community hospitals.
I also hold a clinical faculty position at the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine at Washington State University.
Trusted to provide impartial and comprehensive evaluations based on the facts of the case.
I assist plaintiff and defense medical malpractice attorneys establish the standard of care, and identify breaches in compliance.
Experienced in preparing strategies in defense of litigation for health system attorneys, as well as reviewing third party claims and independent QA reviews.
I offer a complimentary introductory video call at your conveni...
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Kristen A Harris, FNP
Active Clinical Practice
Advanced Practice Medical Legal Consulting
Portland, Oregon
Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care Medicine
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Family Medicine, Sepsis, Stroke, MI, heart attack, Infection, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism (PE), Medication Error, falls, urgent care, failure to refer, cancer, torsion, abscess, appendicitis, pneumonia, drug toxicity, aortic dissection, EMTALA
Board certified family nurse practitioner (FNP) in active clinical practice.
Extensive emergency room experience as well as outpatient clinical experience in family practice, pediatrics, urgent care and telemedicine.
Highly experienced expert witness.
Licensed in Oregon, Washington and Florida
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Robert Freed, MD
ER & ICU Imaging – Chest/Abdomen/Pelvis
Midwest Radiology
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology
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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...
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Michael Morowitz
Pediatric Surgeon - Tenured Full Professor
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Pediatric Surgery
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appendicitis, necrotizing enterocolitis, trauma, congenital anomalies
MICHAEL J. MOROWITZ, MD
Dr. Michael J. Morowitz is a Professor of Surgery with Tenure at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and an attending pediatric surgeon at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, where he has practiced since 2010. He is board certified in both General Surgery and Pediatric Surgery.
Dr. Morowitz specializes in pediatric general and thoracic surgery with particular expertise in neonatal surgery, necrotizing enterocolitis, surgical complications in critically ill children, and pediatric surgical infections. He serves as Associate Director of the Center for Medicine and the Microbiome and maintains active clinical privileges at both UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital.
His clinical and research experience encompasses the full spectrum of pediatric surgical care, including emergency and elective procedures, neonatal intensive care unit management, and pediatric critical care. Dr. Morowitz has authored over 100 peer-...
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Andrew Nathanson, MD, FACEP, FAWM
Emergency Medicine & Water Sports Injuries
Bristol, Rhode Island
Emergency Medicine, Aquatics Safety
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Intubation, MI, Heart Attack, Stroke, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Epidural abscess, Aortic dissection, DVT, Pulmonary Embolism, Ischemia, Frostbite, Fracture, Ectopic Pregnancy, head trauma, emergency trauma, Intracranial Hemorrhage. Wilderness medicine, Drowning, Sailing injuries, Surfing injury
I am a Board Certified in Emergency Medicine since 1994. I am a Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine, working full-time clinically at 2 at hospitals for the last 30 years. One, a busy urban academic trauma center, the other a community hospital. I attended Ivy league College and am professor at an Ivy league medical school. Over my career I have been: Director of Quality Assurance, Chair of Morbidity and Mortality conference, served on the BOD, led a Medical School course, served on Peer-Review committees for insurance companies, taught hundreds of Emergency Medicine Residents, and been recipient of numerous teaching and research awards. I have been a Fellow in the American College of Emergency Medicine since 1997.
I lecture nationally on Error Reduction in emergency medicine, and internationally on Wilderness Medicine topics and have been a Fellow in the Academy of Wilderness Medicine (FAWM) since 2013 . I am the author of over a dozen peer-reviewed publications, a book, and ...
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Randolph J. Cordle, MD
Pediatric Emergency Medicine and Adult EM
Randolph Cordle Consulting
Fort Mill, South Carolina
Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medicine
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Diagnostic Delay, Appendicitis, Abuse, Sepsis, Resuscitation, Airway, Fever Evaluation, Procedures, Meningitis, Stroke, Fracture, Wounds, Urgent Care Medicine, Cruise Ship, Policy and Procedure, Trauma/Accidents, Aeromedical Transport, Emergency Medical Systems, Hospital/Department Negligence, Neonatal Presentations
I have practiced Emergency Medicine and Pediatric Emergency Medicine for decades. I have also worked in Urgent Care and in maritime medicine. I am triple board-certified in Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medicine, and General Pediatrics, and have over 26 years of clinical and administrative experience. I love to teach and have served as a Professor in both Pediatrics and Emergency Medicine for many years. I also have experience as a Cruise Ship (Senior Physician) and can speak to the standards of care in these areas. I continue to teach on a wide variety of emergency medicine and pediatric emergency medicine topics.
A few highlights from my CV include experience as a US ARMY Flight Surgeon, Division Director of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Medical Director of three emergency departments, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellowship Creator and Director, QA Director of Pediatric Division, QI Director Level One Adult and Pediatric Emergency Departments, Pediatric Trauma L...
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Gregory Risk, MD, MPH, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Physician
Gregory Risk, MD, PC
South Carolina
Emergency Medicine
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Appendicitis, Airway Management, Aortic dissection, Aortic Aneurysm, Cauda Equina, COVID, Central Line Placement, Epidural Abscess, Ectopic Pregnancy, Head trauma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Pulmonary Embolism, Pneumonia, Myocardial Infarction, Testicular torsion, Pediatrics, Trauma, Sepsis, Stroke
Actively practicing Emergency physician with 30 years of experience, as well as Medical Director for five Emergency Departments, and Regional Medical Director for large group seeing over 250,000 patients annually. 15 years of medical malpractice review for both plaintiff and defense. Over 150 cases reviewed, with approximately 30 depositions and trial testimony given. Served on national committees as well as state Board of Directors and Past President of state specialty college. Extensive military service with multiple overseas deployments. Extensive teaching experience as Assistant Clinical Professor at Medical school and Emergency Medicine residency. Advanced Cardiac Life Support/ACLS Instructor, Advanced Trauma Life Support/ATLS Instructor, Basic Life Support/BLS Instructor. Expert witness who will give straightforward review and analysis of strengths and weaknesses for each case. Specialize in deposition and trial preparation for clients. Extensive references available. I look ...
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Nicholas Lauerman, MD, FACEP, FAAEM
Duke Trained - Former Duke Faculty
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Emergency Medicine
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Cardiac Arrest, Myocardial Infarction, Pulmonary Embolism, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Aneurysm, Intracranial Hemorrhage, Stroke, Appendicitis, Testicular Torsion, Ovarian Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Spinal Epidural Abscess, Medication Errors, Failure to diagnosis, Procedural Complications, Intubation
I am a board-certified, residency-trained emergency physician practicing for 15 years. I graduated cum laude from the University of Richmond with a BS in Chemistry and was an Academic All-American while running cross-country and track. I completed residency training at Duke University Hospital, serving as Chief Resident during my third year. I started my career as an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at Duke University Hospital, where I was awarded Faculty Clinician of the Year in 2014. In 2016, I transitioned to community practice in the Roper Saint Francis Health System in Charleston, South Carolina, where I continue to work as a full-time emergency physician. Our group staffs four hospital-based ERs and two freestanding ERs for RSFH, caring for diverse urban, suburban, and rural populations. Even though I am no longer in academics, I continue to enjoy teaching by serving as a preceptor for second-year Medical University of South Carolina PA students. I am passionate abou...
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Timothy Jones, MD, FACEP
Experienced EM Expert | Commander, USN (ret)
Dallas, Texas
Emergency Medicine
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Sepsis, Airway, Myocardial Infarction, Cardiac Arrest, Appendicitis, Epidural Abscess, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Testicular Torsion, Ovarian Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Anaphylaxis, Ischemic Bowel, Stroke, Syncope, TIA, SAH, Cauda Equina, Trauma, Aerospace Medicine
Dr. Jones excels in distilling complex medical principles into readily understandable concepts targeted to judge, jury, and a non-medical audience. He is an effective communicator with extensive speaking experience on both the local and national stage.
Dr. Jones is residency trained and board certified in emergency medicine and is a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. He is a full time EM clinician with over 25 years of practice experience. Dr. Jones is the former emergency medicine medical director at Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center in Fort Worth. He has reviewed over 3,000 emergency medicine cases and has a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of standard of care. He served many years as clinical assistant professor, department of surgery, division of emergency medicine, at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW) and was active in resident education.
Dr. Jones has a broad clinical background and has practiced in multipl...
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Eileen M. Toloza-Thompson, MD
Emergency Medicine - Medical Expert Witness
Ingram, Texas
Emergency Medicine, Medical Management
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Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Appendicitis, APP Supervision, Appendicitis, Brain Hemorrhage, Ectopic Pregnancy, Failure to Diagnosis, Failure to Treat, Fracture, Geriatrics, Head Injury, Medication Error, Myocardial Infarction, Pulmonary Embolism, Sepsis, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Stroke, Testicular Torsion, Trauma
Dr. Toloza-Thompson has been actively practicing as a residency-trained/Board-certified Emergency Medicine physician in Texas for 20+ years. She served as Medical Director of her Emergency Department for almost 17 years and was responsible for developing policies, overseeing departmental operations, performing quality and utilization reviews, and providing leadership to staff physicians and supervision to Advanced Practice Providers. She also served as her site's Quality Director for 18+ years and continues to be involved with medical record reviews for quality assurance and process improvement. She has been retained as a medical expert in three medical malpractice cases and five criminal law cases.
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Sajid Khan, MD
Emergency Medicine Dr 15+ years Published Author
Houston, Texas
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine
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Airway Management, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Attack, Stroke, Appendicitis, Sepsis, Aneurysm, Pulmonary Embolism, Testicular Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Pneumonia, Fractures, Status Epilepticus, Aortic Dissection, AAA, Head Bleed, Urgent Care, Nurse Practitioner, CVA, Compartment Syndrome
I am a board-certified emergency medicine physician and author of The Ultimate Emergency Medicine Guide, a comprehensive review book that is the highest-rated and most up-to-date text for Emergency Medicine physicians preparing to certify.
I am a member of AOA (the only national medical honor society in the world), served as an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at UMKC, and have worked in a variety of settings: from inner-city level 1 trauma centers serving 100,000 patients/year to 3-bed rural EDs. I’ve spent time as a Medical Director, Oral Boards examiner, and ACLS instructor.
I am also currently serving as the medical director of an Urgent Care and Mens' Health Clinic which has given me significant experience hiring and training nurse practitioners and physician assistants'. I frequently review medical bills and offer expert advice on usual and customary charges for attorney offices.
I am ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Suppor...
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Jacob A Young, MD
EMERGENCY MEDICINE - DFW
Allen, Texas
Emergency Medicine
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Trauma, Hyponatremia, Stemi, Ultrasound, ACS, Pneumothorax, Stroke, Hemothorax, Burn, Appendicitis, Pediatrics, Cholecystitis, Respiratory failure, Liver failure, Heart attack, Kidney failure, EKG interpretation, Fracture, Epidural hematoma, Dislocation
I trained at John Peter Smith Hospital, which is a Level 1 Trauma Center and Tertiary Care Referral Center for North Texas with over 110,000 patient visits annually. I now work clinically at Baylor Scott & White - Irving ER.
I have extensive experience in peer review, providing informed expert opinion about the appropriateness of care, medical necessity, bill review - including reviewing charges against Usual, Customary, and Reasonable fees. I have extensive experience in utilizing the PMIC handbook. I primarily review care and charges associated with ER encounters involving a patient who presents following a Motor Vehicle Collision.
I have served as an EDQA committee member at Baylor Scott & White - Irving for the last 3 years and am one of the primary reviewers. I function to review cases brought before the committee and present them to the EDQA committee, assessing whether care was appropriate from an ER physician and going into detail into how care could have been better deliv...
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Glenn Birnbaum, MD FACEP
Emergency Medicine - Failure to Diagnose Expert
Austin, Texas
Emergency Medicine
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Failure to Diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Motor vehicle accident, Heart Attack, Myocardial Infarction, MI, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, PE, Aortic Aneurysm, Appendicitis, Ischemic Bowel, Stroke, TIA, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Sepsis, Pneumonia, Infections
Hi, I’m Dr. Glenn Birnbaum, a residency-trained, board-certified Emergency Medicine Specialist and a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. In addition to over 30 years’ experience in clinical practice as an emergency physician, I have extensive additional experience as core faculty for an emergency medicine residency training program, leadership of several high-volume, high-acuity emergency departments, and leadership of a large regional Emergency Physician group.
I specialize in Emergency Room Failure to Diagnose cases and have assisted attorneys in over 100 personal injury and medical malpractice cases, including frequent trial and deposition testimony in federal court and state courts nationwide.
As an emergency medicine expert, I diligently review the facts of the matter at hand, identify all the relevant issues, and provide an extensive analysis of the matter. Hallmarks of my work as an expert include: clear, consistent, well-supported opinions, explanatio...
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KAMNA JAISWAL, MD
Pediatrics, Pediatric Critical Care Expert
SOUTHLAKE, Texas
Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine
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PEDS, PED CRITICAL CARE/NEONTAL/EMERGENCY MEDICINE, STROKE, CONGENITAL HEART DEFECT, ECMO, BRAIN INJURY, TRAUMA, PICC/CENTRAL LINES, RESPIRATORY FAILURE, CARDIAC ARREST/CODE, RENAL FAILURE/DIALYSIS, SEPSIS, ANTIBIOTICS, MENINGITIS, ORTHO, SCOLIOSIS, POSTOP CARE, APPENDICITIS, INTUBATION, CHEST TUBE
My name is Kamna Jaiswal. I am a pediatric critical care physician with over 14 years of experience. I have vast clinical experience with all types of critical and general pediatric conditions. I am board certified in both pediatrics and pediatric critical care.
I am currently in clinical practice at Dallas/FortWorth, Tx where we take care of the sickest pediatric patients from newborn to 21 years of age with all forms of critical and non critical illnesses including respiratory failure, difficult airways, cardiac arrest, sepsis, septic shock, multi-organ system failure, congenital heart disease, trauma, renal failure, post operative care of the surgical, neurosurgical, trauma, orthopedic patients, pediatric stroke, oncology and hematology patients. I also have vast experience with ECMO,CRRT, Dialysis, emergency care in pediatrics.
I hold unrestricted license in states of Texas and in active practice. Ours is a teaching program and I am actively involved in the teaching of the ...
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Ryan Turkington, MD
Emergency Medicine ER Expert - Active Practice
San Antonio, Texas
Emergency Medicine
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Myocardial Infarction, Stroke, Sepsis, Trauma, Appendicitis, Epidural Abscess, Heart Attack, Testicular Torsion, Ovarian Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Pulmonary Embolism, Aortic Dissection, Shock, Meningitis, Fracture, Airway Management, Sedation, Critical Care, Infection
• Emergency Medicine Physician with over 7 years of experience as an attending physician
• Experience in multiple practice environments: level II and III trauma centers, community hospitals, large urban, suburban hospitals, and freestanding emergency departments
• Active clinical practice
• Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
Dr. Turkington is an emergency medicine physician currently located in Texas with over 7 years of experience as an attending physician. He completed his emergency medicine residency in Louisiana and obtained his medical degree from McGovern Medical School in Houston, Texas. He has worked in numerous practice environments and has additional experience in teaching medical students and residents.
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Adam Canion, MD, FAAEM, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Physician - Full Time Practice
Tyler, Texas
Emergency Medicine
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Intubation, Airway Management, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Attack, Stroke, Appendicitis, Epidural Abscess, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Testicular Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Medical Necessity, Pediatric Emergency, Head Trauma, Billing, Sepsis, Trauma, Envenomation, Overdose, Malpractice
Full time clinical practitioner of emergency medicine, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Has significant clinical experience at level 1 trauma centers, level 2 trauma centers, as well as associated critical access hospitals and freestanding emergency rooms. Has treated more than 30,000 patients in the emergency department. Recognized by the American Academy of Emergency Medicine as having expertise in pediatric, trauma, neurological, and cardiac resuscitation. Experience in chart review and standard of care evaluations. Undergraduate degree, Summa Cum Laude, in Health and Kinesiology. Expertise in resuscitation as well as life and limb saving emergency procedures. Serves on multiple clinical improvement committees including sepsis taskforce, national workforce committees and government relations committee. Experience in Children's Advocacy Center Medical Directorship and governor appointed Child Fatality Review Teams. Experience as c...
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Orlando Encarnacion, MD
Board Certified Emergency Medicine Expert
Austin, Texas
Emergency Medicine
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EKG interpretation, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Standard of Care, Stroke, Sepsis, Pulmonary Embolism, Aortic Dissection, Ectopic Pregnancy, Ovarian Torsion, Appendicitis, Missed Fracture, Missed Diagnosis, Delay in diagnosis, Failure to treat, Failure to consult, Failure to admit, EMTALA, Airway management, Trauma management, Subarachnoid
Actively practicing, Board-Certified emergency medicine physician. Completed residency at the University of Cincinnati, former faculty at University of Texas at Houston. Expertise in emergency department standard of care, acute care management, missed or delayed diagnosis, treatment delay or failure, cardiac, neurologic, obstetric and sepsis emergencies, fracture evaluation, trauma, and documentation review. Available for case review, non-testifying consulting, and expert testimony.
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Amanda Jordan, MD, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Physician
Texas
Emergency Medicine
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trauma, assault, toxicology, stroke, MI, fracture, concussion, heart attack, pulmonary embolism, appendicitis, sepsis, pneumonia, motor vehicle collision, DKA, abdominal pain, medical necessity
I am a full-time clinical practitioner of emergency medicine, am board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine, and am a fellow of the American College of Emergency Practitioners. I have been in practice for over 17 years and have extensive experience at multiple practice levels, including level 1 trauma centers, teaching facilities, critical access emergency rooms, and free-standing emergency rooms.
I am ACLS and PALS certified. I have actively taught and supervised medical students, residents, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants throughout my 17 years of clinical and teaching practice.
I graduated cum laude with a degree in Zoology from University of Texas, attended medical school at University of Texas Medical Branch and was a chief resident of the emergency medicine program at University of Texas Southwestern.
Teaching Experience
• Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
• Clinic...
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Sohail Aslam, M.D.
Experienced, Practicing Emergency Physician
Austin, Texas
Emergency Medicine
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General Emergency Medicine, Pulmonary Embolism, Motor Vehicle Accident, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Sedation, Airway Management, Myocardial Infarction, Stroke, Overdose, Central Line Placement, Appendicitis, Testicular Torsion, Sepsis, Aortic Dissection, Ectopic Pregnancy, Diagnosis Failure, Fractures
I have over 20 years of experience working as an Emergency Physician. I have worked at multiple different St. David's hospitals in the Austin, Texas area over that time. This includes time working at a Level II Trauma Center ER, a busy Community-Hospital ER, and Freestanding Emergency Rooms. I have skills diagnosing and treating a wide range of emergent and non-emergent conditions, including chest pain, headache, abdominal pain, gynecological complaints, lacerations, infections, sepsis, trauma, and more.
I am BLS, ACLS, and PALS certified. I've taught the Pediatric Advanced Life Support class to nurses and other medical providers in the past. I have been ATLS certified as well.
I served as Quality Assurance (QA) Director of the ER at St. David's Round Rock Medical Center for 3 years. In this role, I reviewed Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner charts for peer review. I also reviewed physician charts for quality assurance and peer review, including case reviews, morbid...
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Edward Jordan, MD, MBA, FACS
General/Trauma Surgeon, 30 + yrs. Well spoken.
Ogden, Utah
General Surgery, Trauma Surgery
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Breast Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia complications, Wrong site surgery, Retained foreign body, Accidents, Gun shootings/Stabbings, Ski injuries, Blood loss, Delay in diagnosis, Laparoscopic complications, Appendicitis, Gallbladder disease, Bowel perforation, Ureteral injury, Central line complications, Pneumothorax, Endoscopy
Spanish Fluency.
Army Veteran.
MD from New York University School of Medicine.
Residency in General Surgery from Tulane University School of Medicine.
Green Belt Certification in Quality and Continuous Process Improvement.
Board certified and recertified twice, in General Surgery.
Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
State licenses in Utah, Wyoming, and Idaho.
Advanced Trauma Life Support certified.
Head of hospital Blood Transfusion Committee.
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Dennis P McKenna, MD
Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert Witness
Vermont
Emergency Medicine, Hospital Administration
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Failure to Diagnose, Standard of Care, Trauma, Stroke, Myocardial Infarction, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Spinal Abscess, Pulmonary Embolism (PE), Aortic Dissection, Subarachnoid Hemorrhagez, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Pneumonia, Testicular Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Asthma, Anaphylactic Shock, Suicide, Ischemic Bowel, EMTALA
Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physician | Hospital Executive | Medical–Legal Expert
Dr. Dennis P. McKenna is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician, Full Professor at a medical college, former President and Chief Executive Officer of a multi-hospital health system, and retired U.S. Navy Medical Corps Captain. He brings more than 25 years of frontline clinical experience and senior executive leadership to the review, analysis, and testimony of medical malpractice matters involving emergency care, hospital systems, and physician decision-making. His clinical practice has included serving in multiple community hospitals, operational deployments as a battalion surgeon with the US Marines, and over 20 years as an attending physician at an academic Level I trauma center.
Dr. McKenna offers attorneys a rare combination of clinical practice, academic authority, hospital administrative expertise, and military operational leadership, providing immediate credibility in cases in...
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Karla Lacayo, MD FACEP
Vienna, Virginia
Emergency Medicine
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Heart Attack, Stroke, Sepsis, Airway Management, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, Pulmonary Embolism, Aortic Dissection, Ectopic Pregnancy, Ovarian Torsion, Testicular Torsion, Appendicitis, Orthopedic Injuries, Medical Necessity, EMTALA, Medical Malpractice, Risk Management
Board Certified in Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM). Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP). 16 years of experience in Adult and Pediatric Emergency Medicine. Practices full-time in a mid-sized community hospital, and supervises physician extenders. Worked as the sole provider in free-standing Emergency Department. Expert in standard of care in Emergency Medicine. Can assist with case review, expert witness testimony, opinions on medical malpractice and negligence. Medical Director for the Emergency Department, Chief of Staff for the Hospital. Serves on Credentials Committee, Quality Committee, and Peer Review Committee. Graduated cum laude from Dartmouth College, completed medical school at Northwestern University, and Emergency Medicine Residency at George Washington University. Licensed in Virginia. Fluent in Spanish.
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Russell Goldstein, MD, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Specialist and Risk Expert
Falls Church, Virginia
Emergency Medicine
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Sepsis, Stroke, Heart attack, Appendicitis, Fracture, Trauma, Infection, Pulmonary embolism
I am a board-certified full-time practicing emergency medicine physician. As the Assistant Medical Director and Director of Quality & Risk for my department, I review between 400-500 clinical cases per year. These are mostly related to unexpected patient outcomes, return visits requiring hospitalization following an ER discharge, staff member incident reports, or patient complaints. My analysis is used to determine follow-up actions including clinician education, systems improvements, and/or disciplinary measures. I am also an active member of the hospital multidisciplinary Clinical Performance Committee and the Trauma Peer Review Committee, both of which conduct in-depth analysis of patient cases. I have spearheaded efforts to improve clinical care in high-risk areas including stroke, heart attack, sepsis, and pediatric fever. I have received several recognitions including being named an Emergency Medicine ‘Top Doctor’ by Arlington Magazine in 2023 & 2025 and voted ‘Emergency...
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STEPHEN M. COHEN, MD, MBA
Experienced Surgical Expert Witness
Richmond VA MEDICAL CENTER
CHESTERFIELD, Virginia
Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery
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COLON CANCER, COLONOSCOPY, DIVERTICULITIS, BOWEL OBSTRUCTION, BLEEDING, FECAL INCONTINENCE, CONSTIPATION, HEMORRHOIDS, NUTRITION, CHOLECYSTITIS, APPENDICITIS, LARGE BOWEL OBSTRUCTION, SMALL BOWEL OBSTRUCTION, ASCITIS, ABSCESS, ANAL FISTULA, RECTAL, CROHN'S, POLYPS, INFLAMMATION
Dr. Stephen Cohen is a double board-certified general and colon and rectal surgeon with over 30 years of clinical experience and the past seven years dedicated to teaching, training, and mentoring physicians at the Hunter Holmes McGuire Veterans Administration Medical Center. In this role, he is actively involved in educating surgical residents and maintaining high standards of care within a complex, high-acuity healthcare system.
Dr. Cohen previously practiced in Atlanta, Georgia, where he was the first board-certified colon and rectal surgeon serving the southern crescent region. He developed a reputation for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and for clearly communicating complex medical issues to patients, families, and colleagues—an ability that translates directly to effective expert testimony.
A recognized leader in colorectal surgery, Dr. Cohen has extensive experience with advanced and evolving surgical techniques. He has collaborated with physicians nationally...
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Andy S Barnett, MD
Emergency Medicine - Double Boarded EM/FM
Washington
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine
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Trauma, Stroke, Heart Attack, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Aeromedical transfer, EMS, Airway management, Torsion (ovarian/testicular), Ectopic Pregnancy, Rural Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Colon Perforation, Wrongful Death, Delayed Diagnosis, Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims Denial
Dual Board-Certified in Emergency Medicine & Family Medicine: This unique combination qualifies me to serve as a "same specialty" expert witness in states with such requirements, particularly for cases evaluating the standard of care for Family Physicians in emergency or urgent care settings.
Extensive Clinical Practice: Over 20 years of continuous practice treating more than 20,000 patients in the full spectrum of clinical environments, from 2-bed rural facilities to high-volume Level 1 Trauma Centers. I maintain an active practice in a busy, urban hospital Emergency Department.
Proven Medical & Quality Assurance Leadership: Held key leadership roles including Medical Director, Quality Assurance Director, and National Clinical Steering Chair for a large national urgent care corporation. Served as Chair of a Health System Peer Review Committee and as a longstanding member of a Level 1 Trauma Center's Credentials Committee.
Specialized Endoscopy Expertise: 20 years of ongoing expe...
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Brett M Schmitz, MD, MPH
Urgent Care - University of Washington Faculty
Axiom Expertise, LLC
Seattle, Washington
Urgent Care Medicine, Family Medicine
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standard of care, missed diagnosis, delay of care, stroke, cva, pulmonary embolism, myocardial infarction, orthopedic injuries, appendicitis, ectopic pregnancy, family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, geriatrics, supervision of residents
Brett Schmitz MD MPH is a board certified family medicine physician specializing in urgent care medicine with 14 years of experience. He is a faculty member in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Washington. He is involved in the training of medical students as well as residents. He serves as a peer reviewer for the Annals of Family Medicine. He is available as an expert witness for both defense and plaintiff cases.
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Chris Burke, MD, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Expert Witness
Vancouver, Washington
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine
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Airway Management, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Heart Attack, Stroke, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Trauma, Ectopic Pregnancy, Critical Care, Torsion (ovarian, testicular), Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims, Aortic Aneurysm
I am Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM). My current clinical practice is a high volume community hospital in a major metropolitan area. ED volume >80k patients per year. I am recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians.
Well versed in the standard of care in Emergency Medicine as a full time practicing physician.
Experience with credentials committee at community hospitals.
I also hold a clinical faculty position at the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine at Washington State University.
Trusted to provide impartial and comprehensive evaluations based on the facts of the case.
I assist plaintiff and defense medical malpractice attorneys establish the standard of care, and identify breaches in compliance.
Experienced in preparing strategies in defense of litigation for health system attorneys, as well as reviewing third party claims and independent QA reviews.
I offer a complimentary introductory video call at your conveni...
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Kristen A Harris, FNP
Active Clinical Practice
Advanced Practice Medical Legal Consulting
Washington
Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care Medicine
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Family Medicine, Sepsis, Stroke, MI, heart attack, Infection, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism (PE), Medication Error, falls, urgent care, failure to refer, cancer, torsion, abscess, appendicitis, pneumonia, drug toxicity, aortic dissection, EMTALA
Board certified family nurse practitioner (FNP) in active clinical practice.
Extensive emergency room experience as well as outpatient clinical experience in family practice, pediatrics, urgent care and telemedicine.
Highly experienced expert witness.
Licensed in Oregon, Washington and Florida
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Gregory Risk, MD, MPH, FACEP
Emergency Medicine Physician
Gregory Risk, MD, PC
West Virginia
Emergency Medicine
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Appendicitis, Airway Management, Aortic dissection, Aortic Aneurysm, Cauda Equina, COVID, Central Line Placement, Epidural Abscess, Ectopic Pregnancy, Head trauma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Pulmonary Embolism, Pneumonia, Myocardial Infarction, Testicular torsion, Pediatrics, Trauma, Sepsis, Stroke
Actively practicing Emergency physician with 30 years of experience, as well as Medical Director for five Emergency Departments, and Regional Medical Director for large group seeing over 250,000 patients annually. 15 years of medical malpractice review for both plaintiff and defense. Over 150 cases reviewed, with approximately 30 depositions and trial testimony given. Served on national committees as well as state Board of Directors and Past President of state specialty college. Extensive military service with multiple overseas deployments. Extensive teaching experience as Assistant Clinical Professor at Medical school and Emergency Medicine residency. Advanced Cardiac Life Support/ACLS Instructor, Advanced Trauma Life Support/ATLS Instructor, Basic Life Support/BLS Instructor. Expert witness who will give straightforward review and analysis of strengths and weaknesses for each case. Specialize in deposition and trial preparation for clients. Extensive references available. I look ...
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Kelly Carter, MD, FACEP
HealthAdvise
Verona, Wisconsin
Emergency Medicine
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Airway Management, Central Line Placement, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Attack, Stroke, Appendicitis, epidural abscess, aortic dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Testicular Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Medical Necessity, pediatric emergency, Head Trauma, Billing, Cost Analysis, Emergency trauma
Kelly Carter graduated in the top third of her class from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Medical School. She completed her Emergency Medicine Residency at the Pitt County Memorial Hospital/Brody School of Medicine and was Chief Resident for one year. She is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
Kelly has been an emergency medicine physician for 16 years. She also has experience as a telemedicine physician, and was Co-Founder and CEO of Brily Innovations, a company using technology to create products that improved patient care, reduce financial loss and improve efficiency in the emergency department.
In her current role Kelly is assisting in charting efficiency through improving EPIC and Cerner templates, phrases, and lists, and gives individual coaching to improve documentation and reimbursement. She has over five years of experience in EPIC, Cerner, and Medhost, and has completed the EPIC Power User Course. She is serving her fourth year on the ...
