Hepatocellular Carcinoma Expert Witnesses

GAINESVILLE, Florida

Pathology - Gastrointestinal, liver, pancreas, cancer, tumor, inflammatory diseases, benign, malignant, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Colitis Patterns, Transplant Pathology, Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Pathology, Hepatocellular Carcinoma, Barrett Esophagus and Dysplasia, GI Biopsy Interpretation, Bowel Perforation

Double fellowship-trained expert in the fields of Gastrointestinal Pathology and General Surgical Pathology. Certified by the American Board of Pathology in both Anatomical and Clinical Pathology, Dr. Assarzadegan has extensive subspecialty training in Gastrointestinal, Liver, and Pancreas Pathology from the prestigious Johns Hopkins University. Currently serving as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Florida, Dr. Assarzadegan focuses primarily on Gastrointestinal, Liver, and Pancreas Pathology. With a distinguished expertise in diverse areas, Dr. Assarzadegan excels in diagnosing inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, including gastritis, celiac disease, colitides, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's and ulcerative colitis), vasculitides, Barrett esophagus and dysplasia, as well as benign and malignant tumors of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract (esophagus, stomach), liver, gallbladder, biliary tract, and pancreas, encompassing various carci...

GLENVIEW, Illinois

Oncology, Hospice and Palliative Care - GI oncology, pancreas cancer, liver cancer, bile duct, opioids, colon cancer, gastric cancer, hepatocellular carcinoma, intestinal cancer, duodenal ca, appendix cancer, esophageal cancer, rectal cancer, peritoneal carcinomatosis, neuroendocrine, cholangiocarcinoma, anal cancer, malignant bowel obstruction, jejunal ca, pancreatic cancer

As an expert witness and case reviewer, Dr. Lauren Wiebe offers specialized expertise in gastrointestinal medical oncology, including diagnosis and staging, selection and sequencing of systemic therapies (chemotherapy, targeted agents, and immunotherapies), perioperative and adjuvant treatment strategies, management of treatment‑related toxicities, integration of hospice and/or palliative care, and adherence to prevailing standards of care. She is experienced in multidisciplinary cancer management and in explaining complex medical and ethical issues clearly to non‑medical audiences, and is available to assist with case review, chart analysis, written opinions, deposition, and trial testimony in matters involving gastrointestinal medical oncology and related supportive care. Dr. Wiebe earned her undergraduate degree in economics, cum laude, from Harvard College and her medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons. She completed her internal medicine resid...

Kensington, Maryland

Pathology - Gastrointestinal Pathology, Liver Pathology, Hopkins, Surgical pathology, Board Certified, Cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, hepatocellular carcinoma, dysplasia, Barrett esophagus, perforation, colon, adhesions, gastric cancer, esophagus, anal cancer, anus

Dr. Lysandra Voltaggio is a nationally recognized gastrointestinal and liver pathologist with nearly 11 years of faculty experience at Johns Hopkins in the Division of GI and Liver Pathology. She is board-certified in Anatomic, Clinical, and Cytopathology, and currently serves as Staff Pathologist at The Joint Pathology Center and Adjunct Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Dr. Voltaggio has testified at trial and in deposition 11 times for both plaintiffs and defense attorneys. She is known for producing clear, well-reasoned expert reports and delivering unbiased, professional testimony. Attorneys consistently rely on her ability to explain complex pathology in logical, accessible terms that resonate with judges and juries. Her clinical expertise includes neoplastic and inflammatory diseases of the GI tract and liver, and she regularly provides second opinions on challenging cases nationwide. With a reputation for precision, objectivity, and collegiality, Dr....