Orthotics Expert Witnesses

Irvine, California

Podiatry, Wound Care - Podiatrist, Diabetic Foot Infection, Personal Injury, Biomechanics, Orthotics, Foot and Ankle Surgery, Sports Medicine, Reconstructive Surgery, Trauma, Med-Legal, IME, Board Certified, Charcot Reconstruction, Amputation, Infection, Personal Injury, Pediatric Podiatry, Motor vehicle accident, Bunions, Second Opinion

Dr. Gennady Kolodenker, DPM, ABPM Board-Certified Podiatrist | Independent Medical Evaluator | Qualified Medical Evaluator | Expert in Sports Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery Dr. Gennady Kolodenker is a board-certified podiatrist and foot & ankle surgeon with a robust background in adult and pediatric sports medicine, reconstructive surgery, and trauma care. He is also a Qualified Medical Evaluator in the State of California and performs Independent Medical Evaluations. Dr. Kolodenker treats complex foot and ankle conditions, including deformities, limb preservation, diabetic wounds, and cosmetic concerns. With surgical fellowship training in sports medicine and extensive residency experience focused on trauma and reconstructive procedures, Dr. Kolodenker brings a high level of expertise to both clinical and med-legal cases. His private practice, with offices across Orange County, offers comprehensive podiatric care in Irvine, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, and Orange. He is...

Pasadena, California

Dentist, Oral Surgery - IME, Chronic Pain, Dry Mouth, Traumatic Injury, Cosmetic Dentistry, Standard of Care, Malpractice, Crowns, Dental Implant, Prosthetics, Joint Pain, Orthotics

Dr. Kevin Cebula graduated from the West Virginia School of Dentistry in 2000. After completing a one-year residency at the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg, West Virginia, he spent 10 years in Lake Havasu City, Arizona practicing general dentistry. He then completed a two-year postdoctoral program in Orofacial Pain and Dental Sleep Medicine at UCLA in order to pursue his interests in TMJ and sleep apnea management. Dr. Cebula specializes in non-surgical TMJ therapy, oral sleep appliances, treatment for headache, neck pain, and chronic dental pain. His dental practice is limited to orofacial pain management and dental sleep medicine. Dr. Cebula has been awarded Fellowship in the American Academy of Orofacial Pain and received board certification from the American Board of Orofacial Pain.

Denver, Colorado

Prosthetics - Amputation, Clinical Prosthetics and Orthotics (CPO), Gait Analysis, Limb loss, Rehabilitation, Lower Limb, Microprocessor Prosthetics, Myoelectric Prosthetics, Orthotics, Osseointegration, Prosthetic Coding, Prosthetic Rehabilitation, Prosthetic Socket Design, Plaintiff and Defense Evaluations, Upper Limb, Prosthetics

Jared is a trusted expert in orthotics and prosthetics, with over a decade of experience recognized for his knowledge, attention to detail, and collaborative approach. As an advanced practitioner, he provides expert clinical care, consults on complex cases, and contributes to national policy and education initiatives. Jared spent over three years at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab (formerly the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago), one of the nation’s preeminent rehabilitation facilities, where he worked with complex amputation cases, neuromuscular conditions, and advanced prosthetic technologies. His experience there deepened his expertise in cutting-edge prosthetic design, rehabilitation strategies, and interdisciplinary collaboration, shaping his approach to patient care and clinical consultation. Jared is dedicated to delivering the highest quality care and advocating for his patients. His in-depth knowledge of regulatory standards—including HCPC coding, CMS compliance, and accred...

Clayton, Georgia

Foot & Ankle Surgery, Podiatry - Podiatry Complications, Metatarsal Fractures, Arthrodesis, Bone Spur, Foot trauma, Foot and Ankle Surgery, Flat Foot Reconstruction, Bunion, Orthotics, Diabetic Foot Infections, Foot and Ankle Deformity, Hammer Toe, Achilles, Neuropathic, Hallux Valgus, Lateral Ankle Instability, Sports Injuries

Board Certified Podiatrist/Foot and Ankle Surgeon since 1990. More than 30 professional medical opinions rendered as an Expert Witness in cases involving Standard of Care, Personal Injury, Failure to Diagnose, Workers Compensation Evaluation, Peer review, Surgical Errors, Medical Negligence. Available for medical records review, case disposition analysis, depositions and court testimonies.

Stockbridge, Michigan

Physical Medicine & Rehab, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical - ORTHOTICS, POLIO, PARTIAL FOOT PROSTHETICS, PROSTHETICS, SCOLIOSIS, LOWER EXTREMITY BRACING, INDEPENDENT AMBULATION, TRANS TIBIAL PROSTHETICS, NEURO MUSCULAR BRACING, UPPER EXTREMITY ORTHOTICS, TRANS FEMORAL PROSTHETICS

Mark K. Taylor, MLS, CPO, FAAOP. Orthotic/Prosthetic Practitioner (Retired from Clinical Practice in 2016). Specialty includes but not limited to: Lower Extremity Orthotics, Upper Extremity Orthotics, Spinal Orthotics, Scoliosis Orthotic Management, Partial Foot Prosthetics, Trans-Tibial Prosthetics, Trans-Femoral Prosthetics. Have experience in lifetime planning for patients who will be needing orthotics and or prosthetic care for the rest of their lives to maintain independence. Very familiar with the current Scope of Practice dealing with orthotic and prosthetic patient care.

Springfield , Missouri

Failure Analysis, Prosthetics - Design, Manufacturing, Orthotics, Train

I am a Prosthetist, Orthotist, and mechanical engineer specializing in design, fabrication, and training in the proper use of custom and off-the-shelf orthoses and custom prosthesis. My strengths include designing custom, manufactured, 3D printed devices to improve patient outcomes, training and equipping other professionals in the field. I systematically investigate causes of device malfunctions, failures in order to improve design, patient safety, and enhance device performance and longevity. Experience Cox Health Center for Prosthetics & Orthotics, Springfield MO 2014 - Present Certified Prosthetic & Orthotic Clinician Design, fabricate, and train in the use of prosthetic and orthotic devices. Clinically mentored and assisted in gaining accreditation for 4 colleagues. Served as a 3D Printing Computer Aided Designer and Manufacturing Engineering Specialist Presented as a featured speaker for the Innovation Accelerator and Leadership Development Institute, CoxHealth Trauma C...

Beaumont, Texas

Prosthetics, Medical Devices - Amputation, Artificial limb, Prosthetics expert, Orthotics, ARM AMPUTATION, Artificial limb hand, Foot amputee, Finger amputee, ABOVE the KNEE AMPUTEE, BELOW the KNEE AMPUTEE, Artificial legs, Orthopedics, Foot amputee limb, lower leg amputation, accident injury, Prosthetic prices, Leg brace, Finger artificial, toe amputee, braces

Legal Battles and Lifesavers: The Case for Expert Testimony Tom LeTourneau – Executive Summary 🧑‍⚕️ Professional Identity • Licensed Prosthetist & Orthotist (L.P.O., C.P.O., F.A.A.O.P.) with 40+ years of clinical, technical, and executive experience • CEO & Chief Practitioner of LeTourneau Lifelike Orthotics and Prosthetics, Inc., serving Texas and Louisiana • Nationally recognized innovator, clinician, and medical legal consultant 🏢 Leadership & Practice Management • Founded and expanded a multi office O&P practice to 13 locations, serving 5,000+ patients annually • Built one of the region’s most comprehensive prosthetic and orthotic service networks • Oversaw clinical operations, device design, manufacturing, billing, coding, and compliance • Developed strong referral networks with physicians, therapists, hospitals, and insurers 🛠️ Clinical & Technical Expertise • Advanced proficiency in: o Microprocessor knees, hips, and feet o Myoelectric upper extremity systems o High-perf...