77 Patient Communication Expert Witnesses Found

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ALLEN R. DENNIS, MD, JD, MPH Heal one Services

Arizona
Internal Medicine, Addiction Medicine - Opiod Overdose and Abuse, Hospitalist,Opiates, Independent Medical Exam, Medication Errors, Nursing home failure,Cancer Screening, Missed Diagnosis, Internal Medicine, Heart Disease, Chronic Lung Disease, Drug Detoxification, Preventive Medicine, Elder Abuse, Wrongful Death
...Dennis is licensed and treating patients in Georgia, Texas and Indiana. He has also received special training and waiver from Dept. of Health and Human Services for Opiod addiction treatment. Dr. Dennis received medical education through Harvard medical school and the Mayo Clinic. He adheres to high ethical standards and will render objective and evidence based opinions. Dr. Dennis is easily accessible with great bedside manners and communication abilities. His legal training makes him uniquely qualified to understand legalese and medical terminology. His exceptional teaching and communication skills enable him to translate both into lay terms easily understood by most. Dr. Dennis has performed chart and utilization reviews for large organizations.

Peter Grant, RN

Peoria, Arizona
Nurse, Legal Nurse Consulting - intensive care, critical care, legal nurse consulting, expert witness, cardiac care, charge nurse, ventilator management, vasoactive medication management, cardiac surgery
...Delivery of post-vascular surgery care for aortic aneurysm, fem-pop bypass, and carotid endarterectomy patients. Adept in pacemakers, implanted cardioverter-defibrillators, sepsis, septic shock, vasopressor medication management, ventilator-dependent respiratory failure, ARDS, and ECMO (V-V). Qualified in continuous renal replacement therapies (CRRT). Experienced in pulmonary, arterial, venous thromboembolisms/EKOS catheter, TPA management, invasive catheters (central venous, arterial, pulmonary artery), and critical drug overdoses. Management of severe metabolic disorders related to diabetes, liver and kidney failure and surgical recovery for whole organ transplant recipients (heart, liver, kidney). Advanced neurologic monitoring (external ventricular drains). COVID-19 direct patient care and strict guidelines pertaining to personal protective isolation protocols....

Cambria J Nwosu, DNP, RN, CNOR(E), CSSM(E), LNC Seth Usifo Nwosu, Incorporated

Phoenix, Arizona
Legal Nurse Consulting, Nursing Administration - Patient assessment and preparation for surgery, Perioperative, Surgery, Medical/surgical, Patient care during anesthesia, Wound healing, Healthcare management, Risk management, Intraoperative patient care, infection prevention, Electronic medical records, Asepsis, Risk management, Stroke care
...I excel in communication, leadership, and attention to detail, which have enabled me to successfully lead teams and manage client relationships throughout the legal process. My legal nurse consulting background demonstrates a blend of clinical knowledge, attention to detail, and legal acumen. My contributions significantly impact the intersection of healthcare and the legal system. At Access Telecare, I have honed my skills in nursing, healthcare, and specifically in areas related to neurology, alongside engaging in clinical research and business development. My role enabled me to develop a keen understanding of patient safety, healthcare information technology, and critical thinking—skills imperative for successfully transitioning into a legal nurse consultancy role....

Melissa G. Drake, MD

Santa Barbara, California
Obstetrics & Gynecology - reproductive, high-risk pregnancy, gynecologic surgery, hysterectomy, laparoscopy, preterm labor, ectopic pregnancy, lactation, Caesarean section, incompetent cervix, hypertensive disorders, VBAC, TOLAC, malpresentation, shoulder dystocia, abnormal labor, gestational diabetes, obstetrical hemorrhage
...My particular areas of interest include TOLAC/VBAC, cesarean section, labor pain relief, patient autonomy, and medical ethics. My strengths include a robust verbal persuasive ability, strong written and verbal communication skills, a tenacious work ethic, and the ability to solve problems creatively.

Jason C. Goodwin, RN, MS, MPH, CNOR

Granite Bay, California
Nursing Administration, General Surgery - AAAHC Surveyor, Professor of Nursing at Sacramento City College, Operating Room Nurse, Ambulatory Surgery Nurse, Legal Nurse Consultant, Life Care Planning, Perioperative Services Administration, Post Anesthesia Nurse, Procedural Sedation Nurse, GI procedures RN, CNOR, RN, Med Surg, Medical Devices
Clinical Experiences include:  Medical Surgical Nursing  Shock / Trauma Intervention  Procedural Services  Preoperative, Intraoperative, and Postoperative Care  Procedural Sedation  Clinical Educator Operational / Leadership Experiences include:  2003 Iraqi War Veteran  Multi-site surgical venues - UC Davis Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente  Level 1 Trauma academic medical center – UC Davis Medical Center  Military – Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, Operation Iraqi Freedom  Fee for service ambulatory surgery and procedural services – ABSMC Surgery Center  Clinic management – Perioperative Medicine Clinic, Kaiser Permanente -As a procedural department administrator and clinician, I have personally supervised the safe care in and around various procedures and operating room venues for 18 years, totaling approximately 300,000 individual patient encounters....

Adam Goodworth, PhD, PE, ACTAR Goodworth Biomechanic & Forensic Consulting

Goleta, California
Biomechanics, Automotive - pregnancy, eye injury, fetus injury, seat belts, fall, trip, brain injury, slip, biomechanics, injury, mechanism, airbag, EDR, event data recorder, accident reconstruction, NASS, CDS, CISS, research, sports, professor, professional engineer, kinesiology
...He teaches undergraduate students where effective COMMUNICATION of technical topics is required. He is a member of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, Society of Automotive Engineering, and International Society for Posture and Gait Research. He is the Director of the Biomechanics & Balance Lab at Westmont College where he tests seat belts and analyzes kinematics. Consultants with Dr. Goodworth include - William Broadhead and Ted Zinke (with 90+ yrs of combined experience) at ASR in expert analyses of airbags seat belts, and sensor performance; and Dr. Jacqueline Paver, 40+ yrs biomechanics experience, Center for Injury Research. Elliot Hanson who provides EDR downloads....

April Hernandez, BSN, RN, CEN Expert Nurse Consulting, Inc.

FONTANA, California
Emergency Medicine, Nurse - Emergency Medicine, Emergency Department Nurse, Legal Nurse Consulting, Nurse Expert, Medical Chronology, Wrongful Death, Medical Records Review, Medication Errors, Trauma, Stroke, STEMI, Pediatric Emergency Nursing, COVID-19, Standards of Care, HIPPA, Sepsis, GSW, Festivals, Cosmetic, Aesthetic.
...Hernandez has 23 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. She is skilled at multitasking, prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Ms. Hernandez has expertise in adult and pediatric emergency nursing, medical aesthetics and special event/festival nursing. She is a seasoned nursing professional with excellent communication skills, both written and oral. She is efficient in navigating and analyzing the Electronic Medical Record. Nurse April utilizes her experience as a bedside and charge nurse to review medical records and create chronologies for ease of medical record review. Meticulous and detail oriented, she will analyze and identify breaches in nursing standards of care and regulatory compliance. She will provide her expert opinion efficiently and accurately to help the legal team develop an informed understanding of the facts of the healthcare provided in medical cases....

Lily E Johnston, MD MPH RPVI

San Diego, California
Vascular Surgery - Peripheral arterial disease, claudication, limb ischemia, atherectomy, thrombolysis, arterial bypass, aortic aneurysm, stent graft, vascular trauma, vessel injury, hemodialysis access, peripheral angiogram, mesenteric ischemia, venous reflux, carotid, cerebrovascular disease, amputation, ultrasound
Lily Johnston, MD, MPH is board-certified in Vascular as well as General Surgery with 9 years of experience operating on adult patients in Virginia, Minnesota, and California. She specializes in operating on blood vessels in the neck and body including aortic and other aneurysms; aortic dissections; peripheral arterial disease in the arms and legs; carotid artery and cerebrovascular disease; renal and mesenteric vascular disease; venous or vein disease; connecting vessels for hemodialysis access; exposing and protecting blood vessels for spine surgery; vascular trauma or injury, and assistance with tumor resection when blood vessels are involved. Dr. Johnston received her BA (summa cum laude) from Princeton University (Princeton, NJ) where she was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa followed by her MD from the University of California, San Diego (La Jolla, CA) where she received an award for Academic Excellence....

Charles Keller, MD

Orange, California
Ophthalmology - Ophthalmic trauma, optic nerve, ophthalmic surgeon, eye burn, eye infections, eye complications from surgical procedures, eye injuries, eye pain, eye surgery, visual loss, cataracts, orbital trauma, ocular trauma, cataract surgery, corneal infections, orbital fractures
...Keller, MD is Board Certified in Ophthalmology with over 25 years of experience caring for patients with complex eye diseases in Southern CA. He completed an advanced fellowship in Cornea. He specializes in non-surgical and surgical treatments utilizing the latest advancements in the treatment of eye problems such as cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, retinal disease, corneal disease and eye trauma. Dr. Keller has been a consistent leader in the Southern CA area in the field of Ophthalmology. He was named Ophthalmologist for the Los Angeles Angels Major League Baseball Team, and he has led hospital teams by serving as the Chairman of the Ophthalmology/ENT Department at St. Joseph Hospital in Orange, CA. He was elected to serve as President of the Orange County Society of Ophthalmology. Dr. Keller consults for pharmaceutical companies providing advice on product improvement and creation. He has performed medical legal consultations for the last 15 years. Dr....

Marisa Loza, RN, BSN, RNC-OB Loza Legal Consulting, LLC

Acton, California
Legal Nurse Consulting, Obstetrics & Gynecology - Birth Trauma, Birth Injury, Labor & Delivery, Maternal Death, Neonatal Death, Postpartum Hemorrhage, Shoulder Dystocia, Medication Administration Errors, Pharmaceutical Errors, Pregnancy, Birth, Cesarean Section, Preeclampsia, Fetal Heart Monitoring
...I have charge nurse experience including team leading, delegating tasks, communicating with physicians and ancillary departments, and coordinating care. I manage antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum patients including high risk and obstetric emergencies. I also manage preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative patients for obstetric related surgical procedures. I am skilled in high risk medication administration and monitoring. I am qualified to act as an expert witness and provide testimony for inpatient obstetric cases.

Dimi Maffia, PharmD, BCCCP PharmD Consultation, Inc

San Diego, California
Pharmacology- Clinical, Pharmacist - Toxicology, Pharmacist Standard of Care (Critical Care, Emergency Medicine, Geriatrics), Adverse Drug Events, Drug-Drug Interactions, Medication Safety and Errors, Pharmacogenomics, Anticoagulation, Antiarrhythmics, Antibiotic Stewardship, Medication-Related Surgical Complications, Opioid Safety
...Furthermore, my experience as a medical scientist has enhanced my ability to communicate scientific and clinical data accurately and concisely as I provide didactic medical lectures to healthcare providers and nursing staff several times each month. I am an active member of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and the American Society for Pharmacy Law (ASPL). Other key areas of expertise include: Clinical Trials, Pharmaceutical Research, Sterile Compounding, Polypharmacy, Medication Regimen Review, Drug Utilization Review, Drug Diversion of Narcotics, Controlled Substance Dispensing, Medication Counseling, Patient Education, Collaborative Practice Agreements, Tech-Check-Tech, Medication Protocols, Electronic Health Record (EHR) Order Sets, Black Box Warnings, Pharmacy Law, Medicare Regulatory Compliance, Pharmaceutical Regulation

Marilyn E McCullum, BSN, RN, CEN McCullum Legal Nurse Consulting

SANTA ROSA, California
Emergency Medicine, Nurse - ER Nurse, certified, California, trauma, travel, emergency room nurse, triage, bilingual, Spanish, neonate, pediatrics, stroke, cardiac, geriatric, psychiatric, orthopedic, COVID, fall, genitourinary, catheter, telemetry, ultrasound IV, critical care, myocardial infarction, stroke, ESI, ED nurse
...Accomplished in delivering multicultural patient care with exceptional proficiency in Latin culture and bilingual in Spanish learned from time spent living in Mexico City. A strong patient advocate and excellent in communication between physicians, patients, and ancillary disciplines, as well as knowledgeable in standards of care and practices across the United States....

Kimberly McGranahan McGranahan Consulting

Riverside, California
Emergency Medicine, Nursing Administration - Clinical Nurse Manager, Regulatory Guidelines, Nursing Standards of Care, Medication Safety, Fall Prevention/Management, Hospital Policy and Procedure, Triage, CMS Standards, Emergency Medicine, Emergency Department Nurse, Emergency Room Nurse, Legal Nurse Consultant, ED Nurse Expert, COVID-19
...She has expertise in caring for patients of all ages and levels of care. Nurse McGranahan has extensive experience caring for patients with Stroke, Heart Attacks (STEMI), Trauma, Psychiatric and other sub-specialty emergencies. In addition, Ms. McGranahan is a Clinical Nurse Manager and frequently performs investigations regarding breaches in policy and/or standards of care. She has extensive knowledge of Emergency Department regulatory guidelines related to CMS and Joint Commission standards including nurse staffing ratios and nationally recognized clinical practice guidelines. Ms. McGranahan is meticulous and detail oriented, she will provide a comprehensive analysis to aid in your success. Kimberly utilizes her experience as a bedside nurse and clinical manager to review medical records for merit and create chronologies/summaries for ease of medical record review. In addition, she will analyze and identify breaches in nursing standards of care and regulatory compliance....

Georgine Nanos, MD, MPH

Encinitas, California
Family Medicine, General Practice - Women's Health, Depression, Back Pain, Failure to Diagnose, Failure to Refer, Cancer Screening, Cancer Detection, Heart attack, Stroke, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Supervision of Physician Assistants, Trauma, Pneumonia, Wound Care, Diabetes, Hypertension, Covid-19 Expert, Telemedicine Expert, Med Spa
Currently board certified in Family Medicine, family physician in clinical practice with excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience treating a pediatric, adult and geriatric patient population with a wide range of conditions and presentations including: high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes, infections, influenza, chest pain, pneumonia, headaches, back pain, depression, anxiety, ADHD, pain management, gynecologic issues, early pregnancy complications, alcohol dependency, tobacco abuse, skin rashes, abdominal pain, cough, and sinus and ear issues. Regularly perform screening for cancer, heart disease, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension. Experienced in aesthetic and cosmetic medicine, medical spa ownership, medical spa medical director, cosmetic lasers, dermal fillers, neurotoxins, body contouring procedures, vaginal laser treatments....

Lisa Ravalli, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

San Diego, California
Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical - Total joint replacement, total knee replacement, total hip replacement, low back pain, neck pain, whiplash, ankle surgery, knee surgery, ankle, knee, hip, spine, elbow, shoulder, rotator cuff repair, total shoulder replacement, fusion, reconstruction, sciatica, traumatic brain injury, amputation.
...• Exceptional customer service as Lead Physical Therapist for Inpatient and Outpatient post-operative population including evaluation, treatment, and direct orthopedic team communication. Inpatient, Subacute, and Outpatient experience including patients with Polytrauma, Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA), loss of limb, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Mental Illness, and visual impairments. • Specialization in post-operative rehabilitation; developed and implemented Pre-Operative Clinic for total joint replacement patients. Established system for scheduling, created home exercise program handouts, produced patient/caregiver education brochures outlining goals/expectations of post-operative rehabilitation. Coordinate and mange pre-op clinic on a weekly basis. Responsible for overall planning, administering, monitoring and evaluating the PT pre-operative total joint replacement program....

James J Romano, MD James J Romano, MD

San Francisco, California
Plastic Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery - Breast Surgery, Breast Implants, Facial cosmetic surgery, Breast implant revision, Liposuction, Medical Records, Difficult wounds
...Never a patient catastrophe. Volunteer on medical missions and the San Francisco Free Clinic. Active in MOCPS program; Maintenance of Certification in Plastic Surgery. Current consultant for major malpractice carriers. Highly quality work, communication and efficient turn around.

Mario F. San Bartolome, MD, MBA, MRO, FASAM Arete Health

Roseville, California
Addiction Medicine, Family Medicine - Opioids, opiate, methamphetamine, overdose, alcohol, hallucinogens, cocaine, cannabis, club, drugs, illicit, drug rehabilitation, utilization management, drug policy, alcohol and drug treatment, drug intoxication, drug withdrawal, detoxification, drug testing appropriateness, pain
...San Bartolome has been involved in policy making, setting protocols, utilization management and direct patient care in addiction medicine. Due to the nature of addiction, Dr. San Bartolome is experienced in pain management, mental health and use of psychotropic medications, and in other co-morbidities involving addiction. Dr. San Bartolome is a national expert, serving on committees for the American Society of Addiction Medicine and on the board of the California Society of Addiction Medicine. His experience in addiction medicine spans settings like hospitals, psychiatric units, emergency departments, outpatient clinics and as an administrative medical director of substance use disorders for a large health plan. In all of these settings and at various medical residencies and universities, Dr. San Bartolome has served as a faculty and has exceptional communication and teaching skills. In addition to clinical experience, Dr....

Carina P Stanescu, RN

coronado , California
Nurse, Critical Care Medicine - Detail oriented, communication skills, detailed documentation, Policy, cardiovascular, neurovascular, BSN, patient care, bedside, hospital, medical records, analysis, collaboration, injury, MS office, implementation, cardiology, neurology, medicine, procedures.

Sidonia Szem, F-NP, RN

San Diego, California
Cardiovascular Disease, Nurse Practitioner - cardiac testing and interpretation, pacemakers, implantable loop recorder, EKG, Stress tests, CVL procedures, echocardiograms CV-ICU advanced therapies management: ECMO, IABP, CRRT, ventilator, Covid therapies, PPE and medication administration
...I am proficient in using the general occurrence form for reporting an event such as that related to behavior, communication, compliance, delay in service, documentation, injuries, patient condition, hospital-acquired or worsening pressure ulcer, procedure/treatment, security/facility, surgical procedure or visitor condition. I am extremely efficient and organized. While in nursing leadership roles, I had the opportunity to meet and positively influence hundreds of people. I developed excellent clinical skills, teaching and coaching skills. My personal evaluations over the twenty years of nursing consistently demonstrated my ability to independently and accurately execute variety of medical and clinical tasks in crisis situations along with the ability to motivate and support others to reach their career goals. I have superior customer service skills and am well known for my natural ability to advocate for the right choices for patients, families, and peers.

Matthew B Tash, MD Tash Consulting LLC

Studio City, California
Anesthesiology, Pediatric Anesthesiology - Regional Anesthesia, Neuraxial Anesthesia, Obstetrical Anesthesia, Thoracic Anesthesia, Neuro Anesthesia, Critical Care, Trauma, Cardiac Arrest, Perioperative, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Recovery Room, Medication Error, Malpractice, Negligence, Anesthesia, Vascular Anesthesia, Robotics, Neonatal
...He treats patients of all ages from minutes-old through end-of-life. He has worked for many years in a tertiary-care hospital performing in an inpatient and outpatient (ambulatory) setting. Dr. Tash’s expertise is in clinical anesthesiology of children and adults of all ages. His expertise is in preoperative histories, exams, and assessments including surgical candidacy and airway evaluation. He is an expert in intra-operative anesthetic management for most procedures. He has extensive practice in post-operative care. He has consulted for the Pediatric Head and Neck Surgical Department as well as performing in a role as a long-time consultant to the head of the Obstetrical Anesthesia Subdivision. Dr. Tash has helped write and edit guidelines around Regional and Neuraxial Anesthesia for his Anesthesia Department. Dr....

Claire M Young, BSN, RN, PHN, CEN Young Legal Nurse Consultant, LLC

Hemet, California
Emergency Medicine, Nurse - Emergency Medicine, Emergency Room Nurse, Emergency Department, ED Nurse, ER Nurse, Pediatric ER Nursing, Legal Nurse Consultant, Trauma, Critical Care Transport, Emergency Department Standards of Care, ED Medical Records, Sepsis, Overdose, Hemorrhage, Stroke, STEMI, Triage CPR
...Nurse Young has provided interfacility transport for critical and high-risk patients for over 10 years as a Critical Care Transport, CCT RN, for a large ambulance company. A skilled emergency nurse dedicated to the highest standards of excellence and an advocate for patient care. Nurse Young is a union steward representing and educating nursing staff and making sure policies and procedures are followed. She works well in high-pressure environments demanding hard work, self-motivation, strong clinical judgment, and detail orientation. Her experience provides a thorough knowledge of emergency nursing standards of care. She is able to communicate and interpret complex issues effectively, utilizing strong analytical skills related to healthcare facts and issues. Nurse Young has acquired and maintained a national certification with the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN) as a Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) for 16+ years....

Michele Alba, MD

Loveland, Colorado
Family Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynecology - Primary Care, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics, Newborn, Cancer Screening, Cesarean, Childbirth, Chronic Pain, Diabetes, Drug Interaction, Failure to Diagnose/Refer, Fetal Heart Monitoring, Hospital Infections, Hypertension, Hemorrhage, Pre-Eclampsia, Sepsis, Shoulder Dystocia, Uterine Rupture, VBAC
...She is passionate about patient safety and quality improvement and holds leadership roles on both Family Medicine and Obstetrics Safety Net Boards at her current institution. Dr. Alba is known for her curious mindset, thoughtful analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities both written and verbal. She is able to translate complex information into tangible, relatable concepts that when coupled with her warm bedside manner make her a seasoned physician consultant. Dr. Alba is efficient, thorough, and adherent to evidence-based guidelines when serving as an expert witness. Furthermore, she is dependable, calm under pressure, and charismatic making her well suited for testimonials and depositions. Please reach out today to partner with Dr. Alba for your next chart review or expert witness needs.

Henry Schneiderman, MD MACP

Connecticut
Geriatrics, Nursing Homes - Internal medicine, Communication failure, Autopsy. Anatomic pathology, Hospice/Palliative Care, Long-term care, Doctor-patient and Doctor-family relationships, Compassion, History-taking, Physical exam, Nonverbal communication, Medical record/EMR, Resident and medical student supervision
Am boarded in three areas: Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, Anatomic pathology and have practiced and taught extensively in all these. Current faculty appointment at full Professor level in two medical school and one school of nursing. Have worked extensively with nurse practitioners (APRNs) and collaborated on both legislation and education and publication with them. Co-author of three medical textbooks (first author of one) and author on over 400 medical journal articles, more than half as first author. Extremely extensive experience supervising and administering internal medicine trainees (residents, interns, fellows, medical students) and pathology trainees. Master, American College of Physicians (a lifetime achievement award in internal medicine). Have medicolegal experience from Connecticut, where I practiced until 2020. Published poet; published artwork. Many essays in medical humanities in addition to extensive bioscientific publications. Much more particulars on CV.

Brian Steiner, MD

Bridgeport, Connecticut
Emergency Medicine - Stroke, Myocardial Infarction, Pediatrics, Pulmonary Embolism, Aortic Dissection, Heart Attack, Ectopic Pregnancy, Ovarian Torsion, Testicular Torsion
...I take great pride in my ability to communicate effectively and promptly. Recognizing the significance of clear communication in legal proceedings, I ensure that complex medical concepts are conveyed in an accessible manner, facilitating a thorough understanding of the case at hand. At the heart of my professional ethos is an unwavering dedication to patient care. This commitment not only guides my clinical decisions but also underscores my responsibility to advocate for patients in legal settings. I bring a compassionate and patient-centered perspective to medical malpractice cases, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of each situation. In my role as an expert witness, I leverage a decade of hands-on experience, legal acumen, and a commitment to patient welfare. I am driven by the desire to make a significant impact in the pursuit of justice within the healthcare system.

Norman V. Kohn, MD

District Of Columbia
Neurology, Neuropsychiatry - Neuropsychiatry, traumatic brain injury, cognitive deficits and psychiatric symptoms following illness or injury, seizures and epilepsy, psychotherapy, medical ethics, complex causation, litigation consulting
...Expertise in -alcoholism and addiction -chronic pain -motivation, secondary gain, and malingering -doctor-doctor and doctor-patient communication -physician role responsibilities -medical decisionmaking -medical ethics -distinguishing coexisting psychiatric and medical factors -explaining medical concepts to juries

Arnold W. Mackles, MD, MBA Innovative Healthcare Compliance Group, Inc.

Palm Bch Gdns, Florida
Medical Management, Risk Management - Healthcare risk management, patient safety, patient falls, medical errors, surgical errors, medication errors, delay in treatment, credentialing, root cause analysis, healthcare handoffs, hospital acquired conditions, infections, pressure ulcers, nursing home abuse
Patient Safety Expert Healthcare Risk Manager Keynote Speaker Arnold Mackles, MD, MBA is a nationally recognized expert on Patient Safety. The mission of Dr. Mackles’ healthcare career has been to provide access to the highest quality care; first, during his 23 years of practice as a neonatal physician and then, for the past 15 years, as a National Patient Safety Expert in all areas of medical practice. Dr. Mackles’ specific areas of expertise include: Prevention of Medical Errors, Risk Management, Healthcare Performance Improvement Strategies, Creating / Maintaining a Culture of Patient Safety Excellence, Healthcare Communication Protocols, Safe and Accurate Medication Delivery, Root Cause Analysis, Healthcare Technology, Medical Documentation, and Patient Safety in Hospitals. He places a strong focus on systemic problems inherent within organizations and with individual providers that result in adverse patient outcomes. Dr....

Henry Schneiderman, MD MACP

Tarpon Springs, Florida
Geriatrics, Nursing Homes - Internal medicine, Communication failure, Autopsy. Anatomic pathology, Hospice/Palliative Care, Long-term care, Doctor-patient and Doctor-family relationships, Compassion, History-taking, Physical exam, Nonverbal communication, Medical record/EMR, Resident and medical student supervision
Am boarded in three areas: Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, Anatomic pathology and have practiced and taught extensively in all these. Current faculty appointment at full Professor level in two medical school and one school of nursing. Have worked extensively with nurse practitioners (APRNs) and collaborated on both legislation and education and publication with them. Co-author of three medical textbooks (first author of one) and author on over 400 medical journal articles, more than half as first author. Extremely extensive experience supervising and administering internal medicine trainees (residents, interns, fellows, medical students) and pathology trainees. Master, American College of Physicians (a lifetime achievement award in internal medicine). Have medicolegal experience from Connecticut, where I practiced until 2020. Published poet; published artwork. Many essays in medical humanities in addition to extensive bioscientific publications. Much more particulars on CV.

Yelena Vidgop, MD Integrative Neurology Inc

Weston, Florida
Neurology, Neurophysiology - Telemedicine, Inpatient, Outpatient, Stroke, Headaches, Migraines, Neuropathy, CIDP, Multiple Sclerosis, Myasthenia Gravis, Encephalopathy, Movement Disorders, Tremors, Parkinson's, Back and Neck injuries, Radiculopathy, Epilepsy, Dementia
...She has built an Integrative Headache Clinic where a multimodal approach was used and collaborated with other specialists and holistic providers to offer patients a comprehensive treatment plan. She serves as a Stroke Medical Director for Mercy One and in this role, she aids in the development of stroke related patient care policies and procedures, formal review of outlier cases and care rendered. She reviews clinical practice guidelines and process improvement activities within the program. She plans and assists with ongoing evaluation of Primary stroke center and helps prepare the hospital for DNV and JCAHO surveys. As a Regional Medical Director for multiple hospital systems across the country she collaborates with stroke coordinators, stroke nurses, hospital staff and management in the optimization of acute stroke care using Six Sigma principles. She has done on-site training, value stream mapping and helped facilities achieve over 50% improvement in door to needle times....

ALLEN R. DENNIS, MD, JD, MPH Heal one Services

Powder Springs, Georgia
Internal Medicine, Addiction Medicine - Opiod Overdose and Abuse, Hospitalist,Opiates, Independent Medical Exam, Medication Errors, Nursing home failure,Cancer Screening, Missed Diagnosis, Internal Medicine, Heart Disease, Chronic Lung Disease, Drug Detoxification, Preventive Medicine, Elder Abuse, Wrongful Death
...Dennis is licensed and treating patients in Georgia, Texas and Indiana. He has also received special training and waiver from Dept. of Health and Human Services for Opiod addiction treatment. Dr. Dennis received medical education through Harvard medical school and the Mayo Clinic. He adheres to high ethical standards and will render objective and evidence based opinions. Dr. Dennis is easily accessible with great bedside manners and communication abilities. His legal training makes him uniquely qualified to understand legalese and medical terminology. His exceptional teaching and communication skills enable him to translate both into lay terms easily understood by most. Dr. Dennis has performed chart and utilization reviews for large organizations.

Ned Okarter, MD MPH APEX MEDICINE, INC

Mableton, Georgia
Internal Medicine, Hospitalist - Hospitalist, ICU (Intensive Care Unit), Critical Care medicine, Sickle cell patients, stroke patients, ventilator care, COVID, hospitalized patients, heart attack patients, cardiovascular disease, decubitus ulcer issues, opiate abuse, Pulmonary embolism, Wound Care
...Therefore, when sick patients visit the ER and its determined that they need to stay hospitalized, I get the call to take care of them (in the medical floors or ICU). Due to my full time schedule being "5 ON, 5 OFF" (five days of inpatient work followed by five days OFF of work), this allows me time to take on medical expert cases. Previous to my time in Atlanta, I have worked full time in New York City and New Jersey. In addition, I have taken on Locums assignments in several other states and cities. In previous summers, I have participated in medical missionary trips over seas - such as Jamaica and Nigeria. When I'm home from saving the world (LOL), I spend time with my wonderful family. I have two daughters (ages 7 & 3) and a son (15 months). However, my greatest asset is my dear wife! Not only is she a wonderful wife and mother, she is also a corporate litigation attorney in Atlanta. Therefore, she understands the importance of clear, timely writing and communication....

Sheetal DeCaria, MD

Glenview, Illinois
Pain Management - Medicine, Anesthesiology - Neck pain, Back Pain, Chronic Pain, Nerve Pain, Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis, Joint Injections, Trigger Point Injections, Spine Injections, Facet Injections, Radiofrequency Ablation, Epidural Steroid Injection, ESI, Sciatica, Radiculopathy, Personal Injury, Auto Accident, Hip Pain
...She has over 12 years of clinical experience treating patients with chronic pain. She has authored numerous publications and textbook chapters on chronic pain. Dr. DeCaria is a featured TED speaker, and her TED Talk is one of the most popular TED talks on chronic pain. She has also served as a medical expert on NBC, ABC, FOX, and CBS news. She enjoys treating patients in pain through various interventional procedures in her clinical pain practice, Revitalize Medical Center, in Glenview, IL. Dr. DeCaria is seeking to serve as an expert witness for both Plaintiff and Defense attorneys. She has strong communication skills and is committed to providing unbiased and evidence-based record reviews and testimony.

ALLEN R. DENNIS, MD, JD, MPH Heal one Services

Illinois
Internal Medicine, Addiction Medicine - Opiod Overdose and Abuse, Hospitalist,Opiates, Independent Medical Exam, Medication Errors, Nursing home failure,Cancer Screening, Missed Diagnosis, Internal Medicine, Heart Disease, Chronic Lung Disease, Drug Detoxification, Preventive Medicine, Elder Abuse, Wrongful Death
...Dennis is licensed and treating patients in Georgia, Texas and Indiana. He has also received special training and waiver from Dept. of Health and Human Services for Opiod addiction treatment. Dr. Dennis received medical education through Harvard medical school and the Mayo Clinic. He adheres to high ethical standards and will render objective and evidence based opinions. Dr. Dennis is easily accessible with great bedside manners and communication abilities. His legal training makes him uniquely qualified to understand legalese and medical terminology. His exceptional teaching and communication skills enable him to translate both into lay terms easily understood by most. Dr. Dennis has performed chart and utilization reviews for large organizations.

Norman V. Kohn, MD

Chicago, Illinois
Neurology, Neuropsychiatry - Neuropsychiatry, traumatic brain injury, cognitive deficits and psychiatric symptoms following illness or injury, seizures and epilepsy, psychotherapy, medical ethics, complex causation, litigation consulting
...Expertise in -alcoholism and addiction -chronic pain -motivation, secondary gain, and malingering -doctor-doctor and doctor-patient communication -physician role responsibilities -medical decisionmaking -medical ethics -distinguishing coexisting psychiatric and medical factors -explaining medical concepts to juries

Raymond W Pryor, MD, CWSP

Woodstock, Illinois
Wound Care, Nursing Homes - Wounds in Nursing Homes, Pressure Sores, pressure ulcers, wound prevention, standard of care, dressing choices, debridement, offloading
...He has well over 75,000 documented patient encounters. Dr Pryor is Board certified by the American Board of Wound Management (ABWM) as a Certified Wound Specialist Physician (CWSP). In addition, Dr Pryor is a member of the ABWM Exam committee, where he helps review and author both the CWS and CWSP exams. Dr Pryor has assisted multiple clients who represented both plaintiff and defendants. Dr Pryor is prompt in his communication with clients via email, text and phone calls.

Taher Sobhy, MD medical practice

Gurnee, Illinois
General Practice, Family Medicine - Cancer Screening, Abdominal Pain, Chest Pain, Pulmonary Embolism, Preventive Medicine, Botox, Cosmetic Medicine, Medical Management, Nursing Homes, DOT Exams
...Sobhy is a Family Physician in clinical practice with more than 90% of his practice in direct patient care. Fluent in English,and Arabic, he has excellent oral and written communication skills. He has experience treating a pediatric, adult, and geriatric patient population with a wide range of conditions and presentations including: high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes, infections, influenza, chest pain, pneumonia, headaches, back pain, depression, anxiety, ADHD, pain management, gynecologic issues, alcohol dependency, tobacco abuse, skin rashes, abdominal pain, cough, and sinus and ear issues. He regularly perform screening for cancer, heart disease, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension. Dr. Sobhy, is a licensed Family Physician in Illinois and Wisconsin

Andrew Garff, MD

Potomac, Maryland
Emergency Medicine - stroke care, sepsis, airway management, cardiac arrest, aortic dissection, pulmonary embolism, myocardial infarction, appendicitis, epidural abscess, ectopic pregnancy, diabetic ketoacidosis, arrhythmias, trauma care, tertiary care ERs, rural EDs, telehealth, EHR.
...I have provided emergency care to well over 80,000 patients. I have served as an Emergency Physician in sites ranging from major metropolitan areas to small rural EDs - mostly in Arizona and Maryland. Currently I am licensed in Maryland, Arizona, California, and Washington. I have been a Medical Director for over 4 years and ED Chairman for 2 years. I served on numerous hospital committees ranging from sepsis and critical care to a covid committee. I stay up to date with over 70 CME hours yearly as well as constantly interacting with colleagues and patients. I have started my own medical business, and realize the importance of communicating medical issues/conditions in a way all can understand. I treat everyone with respect and would be welcomed back at any hospital I have worked. I can summarize my opinions as well as provide evidence and background literature. Emergency Medicine is a challenging specialty and I respect all the difficulties and intricacies involved....

David B Ross, MD, PhD, MBI

Baltimore, Maryland
Pharmaceutical Regulation, Infectious Diseases - Food and Drug Administration (FDA), drug/biologics safety/labeling/post-marketing surveillance, FDA drug/biologics regulations/procedures/applications (INDs/NDAs/BLAs), clinical trials, drug development, pharmacy compounding, HIV, MRSA, antibiotics, hepatitis, osteomyelitis, influenza, C. difficile
...An active clinician in practice for over 25 years, he provides patient care in the areas of infectious disease and primary care. Dr. Ross holds a medical degree from New York University School of Medicine, and an undergraduate degree in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry from Yale University. He completed his internal medicine residency training at NYU Medical Center, and infectious disease fellowship training at Yale University. Dr. Ross also holds a M.S. and Ph.D. in Biochemistry from NYU, and a Master’s Degree in Biomedical Informatics from Oregon Health and Sciences University. Dr. Ross spent 10 years with the FDA’s Center of Drug Evaluation and Review (CDER) as a medical officer, senior medical reviewer, medical team leader, and new drug review office management official. He has extremely broad experience with FDA regulatory submissions (INDs, NDAs, BLAs, post-marketing safety, labeling supplements) for both small molecules and biologics....

Christopher R Cannell, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C Christopher Cannell Physician Assistant Expert Witness

Pembroke, Massachusetts
Physician Assistant, Emergency Medicine - Emergency Medicine and Urgent Care: Dr. Cannell can testify himself for PAs and NPs as well as provide malpractice case merit review, expert witness, deposition, and expert testimony.
...Advanced training from the Institute on Healthcare Improvement: Triple Aim, Quality and Safety, Healthcare Leadership, Healthcare Management, Quality Improvement, Advanced Communication, and Patient-Centered Care. FEMA advanced training for Healthcare Providers. Healthcare Law training regarding regulatory compliance and auditing including the broad application of knowledge in different therapeutic areas. ED utilization review, population management, and healthcare utilization review. Anticoagulation, Antimicrobial, and P&T committee member responsible for researching and maintaining evidence-based, up to-date-data to create safe and effective medical management in a large healthcare system. Participant in various ED and Health System committees....

Debra F Hillier, MD, MS-HPEd Boston Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School

Winchester, Massachusetts
Pediatrics, Hospitalist - Pediatric Hospital Medicine, Pediatric Urgent Care, Sleep Apnea, Complex Care Pediatrics, Pediatric Intermediate Care, Asthma, CPAP, BiPAP, Procedural Sedation, Hypoxemia, Feeding Disorders, Congenital Syndromes, Metabolic Disorders, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Sepsis, Pediatric Overdoses, Transport
...Her communication skills have drawn institution recognition, such that she now spearheads a system-wide program for patient handoff safety and quality. Dr. Hillier has also won awards for her ability to give skilled feedback to developing medical providers, designating her as a leader in psychological safety and professional development.

David A Meguerdichian, MD Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School

Natick, Massachusetts
Emergency Medicine - Trauma, Orthopedic Injuries, Difficult Airway, Emergency Procedures, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Procedural Sedation, Medical Simulation, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Stroke, Pulmonary Embolism, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Clinical Operations
...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. Recently, Dr. Meguerdichian received the Outstanding Faculty Educator Award for his efforts in medical education, simulation and curriculum development within the Harvard Affiliated Emergency Medicine Residency Program. More recently, Dr. Meguerdichian has taken on an administrative leadership role within the BWH Department of Emergency Medicine as the Director of Observation Medicine. In this role, he provides clinical oversight, guides operational decisions, and performs quality reviews for the care provided within the observation units at both the main academic campus and community hospital for the BWH system. Dr....

Elizabeth A Moore, MD, FACOG Hybrid Health Logistics / MooreExperts

Brewster, Massachusetts
Obstetrics & Gynecology, Hospitalist - Surgical Complications, Fetal Demise, Policy, Procedure, Maternal Morbidity, Mortality, OB/GYN, Labor, Delivery, Hospitalist, Birth Injury, Device Failure, Standard of Care, Endometriosis, Ablation, Hormone Therapy, Cesarean, Hysterectomy, Ectopic, Pelvic Mass, Delayed Diagnosis, Medical Board, VBAC
...OBGYN who grew a significant volume of 15,000+ patients in private practice over the course of 10 years. 5,000+ career deliveries. Extensive experience regarding hysterectomy and laparoscopy. Outpatient experience with average of 30 patients per day. Outpatient surgical suite experience with 300+ non-surgical hysterectomy/ablation procedures. Experienced in Thermachoice, HTA, and Novasure. Approximately 60% of patients seen in the outpatient setting were considered high-risk with multiple comorbidities presenting for OBGYN care. OBGYN provider with skill set in high-volume settings of 20 to 30 deliveries per month. Advanced in Cesarean section and gynecologic surgical cases. Inpatient surgical affiliations included first surgical assist/co-surgeon to a high-volume women’s cancer center in Nevada, specializing in gynecologic oncology, pelvic suspension, and urogynecology (300+ cases in practice history)....

Jennifer A. Nykiel, MD

Tyringham, Massachusetts
Emergency Medicine
...I am passionate about patient safety and best practices. I am dedicated to pragmatic, efficient communication and creating high-quality work products.

Indu Reddy, M.D. Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital

Boston, Massachusetts
Anesthesiology - Anesthesia, Orthopedic anesthesia, Regional anesthesia, General surgery, Neuraxial anesthesia, Gynecology, Urology, Preoperative assessment, Perioperative medicine, Postoperative anesthetic care, Operating Room,Difficult airway, Airway Management, Positioning, Nerve Injury, Ambulatory anesthesia
...Current practice includes providing anesthesia to all types of patients, from straightforward to complex cases, as well as preoperative assessment, perioperative medicine, and postoperative anesthetic care. Great verbal communication skills. Focused on providing an objective, thorough, and detail-oriented review of materials with careful analysis of the findings in order to help attorneys make decisions about how they wish to proceed with their cases.

Sara Haidar-Elatrache, MD MPH FAAP

Dearborn, Michigan
Pediatric Hospitalist, Pediatrics - Pediatric Acute Care
...Communication Dr. Haidar communicate effortlessly with medical students, residents, and patients about complex medical issues in easy-to-understand terms. Dr. Haidar has language fluency and proficiency in Arabic and Spanish, respectively, which allows her to better connect with her patients. Teaching Dr. Haidar is a career long educator with academic faculty appointments: Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Central Michigan University, and additional Assistant Professor appointments at Wayne State University and Michigan State University. Dr. Haidar is a recipient of multiple teaching awards from students and residents. Additionally, she actively serves on various clinical and education committees. Research Dr. Haidar has authored numerous research articles in reputable peer-reviewed journals and has taken a leadership role in Quality Improvement projects....

Sheffey N Massey, DO FACEP HealthPartners Medical Group

Lake City, Minnesota
Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical Services - Board Certified Emergency Medicine, 29 years of full-time emergency medicine practice, Team leader, Trained communicator, Trusted educator, Advanced military leadership, Hundreds of patient care charts reviewed as medical director, quality leader and utilization management liaison.
• Highly experienced in the evaluation and care of complex trauma, medical and pediatric emergency medicine patients. • Serviced as Department Chair, Medical Director, Credential committee chair, and Utilization review liaison in Hospital system with over 50,000 emergency visits per year. Reviewed hundreds of patient charts for quality, medical management and sentinel events. Counseled multiple physicians on process improvement and quality care issues. Trauma site review physician in Wisconsin with over 50 trauma state variations. • 29 years of emergency medicine practice includes diverse experience in urban and rural facilities, all levels of trauma care from level I to small level IV facilities. • Directly involved in developing comprehensive stroke center, cardiac center and trauma system in Western Wisconsin....

Julie Rogers, MD, PhD, MA, D.ABA Expert Anesthesia, LLC

Duluth, Minnesota
Anesthesiology - trauma, orthopedic, regional, epidural, obstetric, ENT, neuro, pediatric, endoscopy, MRI, infection, fire, general anesthesia, outpatient, airway, ECT, ethics, consent, capacity, rural medicine, difficult airway, stroke, STEMI, ICU, nerve injury, acute pain, aspiration, awareness, cardiac arrest
...Her ethics specialties include informed consent, capacity determination and patient advocacy. She has published several peer reviewed papers as well as developed and taught courses in these areas. She has won awards for her many presentations. She has extensive writing experience, including writing press releases and abstracts for a major medical journal. In addition, she has won multiple awards for community service. She responds quickly to email or phone communication and would be happy to arrange a free initial consultation. [email protected] 215-435-5762

John Galanis, MD Galanis Cataract and Laser Eye Center

St.Louis, Missouri
Ophthalmology, Optometry - cataract surgery malpractice, glaucoma surgery malpractice, LASIK, PRK, refractive surgery, implant lens, vision loss, eye trauma, , cornea, retina, optic nerve, orbit, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, ophthalmology, ophthalmologist, macula, retinal detachment, patent litigation.
• Expert in glaucoma – fellowship trained in medical and surgical management of glaucoma • Expert in cataract surgery - performed over 35,000 cataract procedures • Expert in laser refractive surgery and LASIK – 25 years of experience in refractive surgery • Excellent communication skills -experienced speaker to public and medical professionals • 25 years of experience as an expert witness in ophthalmology • Experienced in deposition and trial testimony • Available for plaintiff and defense cases • I deliver reviews in a timely and efficient manor • [email protected] • Feel free to call me on my cell phone (314) 283-4644 – if I do not answer immediately it likely means I am with patients so leave a message and I will return your call promptly Experienced in patent litigaton.

Nur A Afsar, MD, FACOG

East Meadow, New York
Obstetrics & Gynecology, Gynecology - Obstetrics, Gynecology, Obstetrical Complications, Fetal Heart Monitoring, Labor, VBAC, Forceps, Pre-eclampsia, Shoulder Dystocia, Cesarean Section, Uterine Rupture, Postpartum Hemorrhage, Ectopic Pregnancy, Ovarian Torsion, Postpartum and GYN Surgery complications, PAP monitoring, Hysteroscopy
...Afsar is known to have excellent bedside manner and rapport with patients and colleagues alike. She is able to communicate and engage effectively with her audience. She explains medical nuances in a way that the general public will understand and resonate with.

Bradley B Block, MD ENT and Allergy Associates, LLP

Melville, New York
Otolaryngology - tonsil, adenoid, myringotomy, hearing loss, dizziness, voice, sleep apnea, septoplasty, sinus surgery, cough, dysphonia, post nasal drip, sinusitis, sinus infection, vertigo, middle ear, inner ear, septum, turbinate, empty nose
...I excel at being able to explain complicated medical issues in a way that patients can understand. I host a podcast, Physician's Guide to Doctoring, which is a personal and professional development podcast for physicians. I interview experts on a wide range of topics, many of which are to help physicians be better communicators, and in doing so, have come to excel at patient interactions. I also lecture medical students, residents and fellows about ear, nose and throat issues, as well as professional development lectures for graduating medical students.

Sandip Buch, MD Skypiatrist Psychiatry PLLC

Brooklyn, New York
Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry - Depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, severe mental illness, suicide, psychosis, OCD, obsessive compulsive disorder, medication side effects, ACT team, prison psychiatry, corrections psychiatry, hospital psychiatry, trauma
...He also cares for adult patients in the New York area. Dr. Buch has vast and varied experience caring for patients with psychiatric conditions both hospitalized (inpatients) and patients outside of the hospital (outpatients), treating inmates at Rikers Island prison (New York, NY), working in the forensic psychiatry unit of Bellevue hospital (New York, NY), and treating the chronically severely mentally ill for an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team (Brooklyn, NY). He has expertise treating adults, adolescents, and children of various socioeconomic statuses in numerous clinical settings with various psychiatric conditions. Dr. Buch has had the privilege of teaching and presenting to various audiences throughout his career. He explains psychiatric concepts to patients regularly. He has taught medical students and psychiatric residents. He has testified in numerous legal cases....

Robert G. Josephberg, MD

Yonkers, New York
Ophthalmology - Chief of Retina, NY Medical College, macular degeneration, endophthalmitis, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachments, retina tears,vitreous floaters and flashes, laser ,cryopexy, vitrectomy ,open globe injuries,retinal surgery, cataracts, orbital trauma, eye trauma, cataract complications, uveitis
...Great communicator and presents well. . Well published and respected by his peers and patients . Peer reviewer of several major retinal journals. Member of multiple societies , including AAO, NYSMS ,NYSOS, ARVO and ASRS(American Society of Retinal Specialists ) and the Westchester Medical and Ophthalmology Societies. He has been board certified for 40 years and has active licenses in New Jersey , New York and Florida. He has never had a claim against his license . Patent holder of the world renowned Suture less vitrectomy technique which is now done by almost every retinal surgeon and specialist in the world today . He changed the course of retinal surgery with this suture less technique and instruments he invented . The patents and instruments he invented were a commercial success and put him on the retinal map !....

Michael Kortbus, MD, FACS

Elizaville, New York
Otolaryngology, Sleep Medicine - sinus, allergy, hearing, tumor, sleep apnea, tinnitus, vertigo, dizziness, otalgia, neck, cancer, thyroid, ear, nose, throat, lump, rhinitis, ENT
...PATIENTS PLEASE DO NOT DIRECTLY COMMUNICATE: HAVE THE ATTORNEY COMMUNICATE!** Dr. Kortbus offers many years of experience in expert witness, testimony, independent chart review, product development, and more. Dr. Kortbus has served as expert witness in court and elsewhere (EBT, deposition) for legal and industry clients. References and CV available on request.

Cary Qualia, MD

Glenmont, New York
Pediatric Gastroenterology - upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy, Crohn Disease, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease, eosinophilic esophagitis, liver disease, hepatology, gallbladder disease, pancreatitis, motility disorders, constipation, diarrhea, food allergy, food intolerance, failure to thrive, nutrition
...Qualia reviews cases efficiently, provides objective opinions and communicates in a clear and concise manner. A native of New York, Dr. Qualia graduated magna cum laude from State University of New York (SUNY) Binghamton with a BS in Biology. He earned his medical degree and completed his general pediatrics residency at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. Thereafter, he completed a three year pediatric gastroenterology fellowship training program at University of Rochester Medical Center in Rochester, NY. Since 2007, he's been an attending physician at Albany Medical Center in Albany, NY. In addition to caring for patients, he teaches medical students and pediatricians in training, contributes to research studies and quality initiatives, sits on multiple institutional and national committees, and carries out administrative responsibilities. Dr....

JOHN A SEITZ, MD

New York, New York
Obstetrical Anesthesiology, Anesthesiology - obstetric anesthesia, epidural anesthesia, nerve block, regional anesthesia, outpatient anesthesiology, preoperative evaluation, postoperative care, general anesthesia, office based anesthesia, peripheral nerve injury, hypoxia, intubation, airway management, critical care, intensive care, monitoring
...Dr Seitz is known for his communication skills and ability to quickly develop a rapport with his patients. His background in engineering, physics and psychology allows him to maintain a unique perspective on perioperative anesthesia care. Dr. Seitz while at Lenox Hill was known for his clinical acumen in obstetric anesthesia, anesthesia for ENT surgery, bariatric surgery, gynecologic surgery, endoscopy, plastic surgery, and orthopedic surgery. His ability to make quick decisions and put patients at ease with his bedside manner made him a valuable member of the team at Lenox Hill Hospital.

Chanelle Small, DDS

New York, New York
Dentist, Endodontics - Dentistry, Endodontics, Root canal treatment, Dental pain, Chronic infection, Acute infection, Misdiagnosis, Standard of care, Dental trauma, Apical surgery, Radiography, Fractured teeth, Restorative dentistry, Xrays
...Small will be a confident, responsive, and collaborative partner who communicates well. She is well-versed in standards of care and able to effectively evaluate cases for merit, provide second opinions, and review dental malpractice cases for either the plaintiff or defense attorneys. Dr. Chanelle Small is thoroughly trained in dentistry, and has multiple years of advanced experience and training. With over 15 years of experience in dentistry and treating patients, Dr. Small leads a well-known and highly-rated practice in New York City, where she lends her professional talents to saving teeth and successfully treating both acute and chronic infections. After completing her undergraduate studies and doctorate at Howard University in Washington, DC, Dr. Small went on to study at the esteemed Tufts University in Boston, MA where she specialized in Endodontics. In addition to private practice Dr....

OLUFUNSHO DAVID ADAMOLEKUN

Jackson Springs, North Carolina
Vascular Surgery - Peripheral Arterial Disease, Limb ischemia and amputation, Cerebrovascular Disease , Deep vein thrombosis, Aneurysms, Venous Insufficiency, Hemodialysis Acess, Vascular Imaging interpretation
...He operates in private practice, consistently delivering high quality patient care and education. His specialties include complex vascular procedures, encompassing endovascular interventions, open surgeries, and Minimal Invasive techniques. Dr. Adamolekun received his Bachelor of Science (Summa Cum Laude) from North Carolina Central University (Durham, NC). This was followed with a research year as a lab technician II at Biotechnology Biomedical Research Insititute (Durham, NC) before proceeding to medical School. Dr. Adamolekun recieved is DO degree from West Virginia School of Osteopathic medicine (Lewisburg WV). Graduate medical education consisted of an Internship year at North Shore-LIJ system (plainview, NY) before completing his General Surgery residency at Ohio University, St. Vincent Medical Center (Toledo Ohio) where he was a Co-Chief Surgical Resident. Vascular Surgery fellowship was completed at Wayne State University/ Detroit Medical Center (Detroit, MI) Dr....

David N Flynn, MD, MBA

Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Anesthesiology, Medical Management - Hospital Liability, Hospital Negligence, Mortality Prevention, Quality & Patient Safety, Quality Culture, Communication & Handoff Errors, Delayed & Missed Diagnosis, Early Warning Systems, Wrong Site Surgery, Medication Errors, Airway Management, Aspiration, Obstetric Anesthesia, Nerve Injury
David Flynn is a physician leader, anesthesiologist, and Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. Dr. Flynn served as the Lead Physician for Mortality Reduction at UNC Medical Center during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, leading numerous quality initiatives and collaborating with clinicians throughout the hospital to save lives through improved care. Under Dr. Flynn's leadership, risk-adjusted mortality decreased by more than 20% between 2020-21. His team was recognized with the UNC Medical Center Quality and Safety Team Award for 2021 Prior to joining UNC, Dr. Flynn led Perioperative Quality Improvement at Mission Health, a multi-hospital system based in Asheville, NC. Under Dr. Flynn’s leadership, Mission Hospital launched real-time decision support and analytics software that improved clinical care pathway adherence, nearly eliminated antibiotic re-dosing errors, decreased opioid usage, and reduced post-operative nausea...

Alfred A. Pirro, MD

Hampstead, North Carolina
Critical Care Medicine - ICU Management, Medication Errors, Sepsis, Resuscitation of Critically Ill Patients, Ventilator Management, Medical Chart Review and Analysis, Intubation and Extubation, Diagnostic Error Case Review, Hand-off Communication, Pharmacy and Therapeutics, Hospital Protocol Development
...I have written policy and procedure; served on numerous committees including Pharmacy and Therapeutics, Patient Safety and Quality Oversight, Physician Advisor for Case Management, Code Blue/RRT, Clinical Advisory, and Morbidity and Mortality Review.

Troy Pope, MD, FACEP

Weaverville, North Carolina
Emergency Medicine - Sepsis, Airway, MI, Arrhythmia, Stroke, Intracranial Bleed, Meningitis, Epidural Abscess, Appendicitis, Aneurysm, Dissection, Bowel Ischemia, Pulmonary Embolism, DKA, Testicular Torsion, Ovarian Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Fracture, Foreign Body, Overdose, Psychiatric, PA, NP, EMTALA, EMR, NC, KY
I am American Board of Emergency Medicine certified with 18 years of experience and I continue full-time clinical work -- Experienced 17 different Emergency Departments of all sizes; from tertiary care centers to small 4-room rural ED's -- Communicate well with patients, administrators, lawyers and jurors -- Passionately evidence-based in clinical decision making -- Responsive and efficient -- 7 years of expert witness experience -- All types of cases considered -- Text is easiest. I'm Licensed in North Carolina, Kentucky, Oregon, California, Ohio and South Carolina; and local to Asheville, North Carolina.

Jonathan Gully, MD

Cincinnati, Ohio
Family Medicine, General Practice - Primary Care, Urgent Care, Preventative Medicine, Standard of Care, Pediatrics, Diabetes, Cancer Screening, Failure to Diagnose, Adolescent Health Care, Chest Pain, Infections, Gynecology
...In addition to treating patients he also supervises Nurse Practitioners and medical students. Prior to this he practiced in both Urgent Care Centers and Hospital settings. He earned an MD from the University of Cincinnati and completed residency in Chicago. Dr. Gully has recent experience in cases involving failure to diagnose, cancer screening, anticoagulation therapy, orthopedics, and morbidity following inpatient and outpatient surgery. He has been lauded for his written and oral communication skills, as well as poise during testimony.

Akash Gupta, MD

Portland, Oregon
Orthopedic Surgery, Foot & Ankle Surgery - Foot surgery, ankle surgery, bunion, Achilles, fracture, joint replacement, sports medicine, arthritis, sprain, tendon tear, revision surgery, knee, lower extremity, arthroscopy, cartilage, hip surgery, upper extremity, trauma
...Gupta regularly sees Workers' Compensation patients and is comfortable navigating this system. He is also an experienced medical expert witness. Dr. Gupta's strengths include clear and engaging communication and he is an experienced speaker to other medical professionals and the general public. He has also authored several book chapters and research publications in major orthopaedic journals.

Elaine Goldhammer, MD ELG Expert MD, LLC

West Chester , Pennsylvania
Hospitalist, Internal Medicine - Pneumonia, COVID-19, diabetes, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, stroke, COPD, Infection, End of Life care, internal medicine, hospitalist specialization, pressure sores, heart failure
...She has over 20 years of experience and knowledge and provides excellent medical care to her patients. She has worked at a top hospital near the Philadelphia area for over ten years, where she held leadership positions. Dr. Goldhammer continues to live in Pennsylvania, in the suburbs of Philadelphia. After taking a brief break from working full-time, she is now working again, full-time as a hospitalist, and enjoys practicing medicine again. Her medical and leadership experience has granted her the expertise and wisdom to care for people, and Dr. Goldhammer has a natural ease in having difficult conversations which will translate well to legal work. As a member of the Society of Hospitalist Medicine and an avid reader, she stays on top of best practices. Elaine is an excellent communicator, deeply respected by her colleagues, has an excellent reputation in the community, and is highly responsive and responsible. After taking the "Expert Witness Start-up School," course, Dr....

Norman V. Kohn, MD

Pennsylvania
Neurology, Neuropsychiatry - Neuropsychiatry, traumatic brain injury, cognitive deficits and psychiatric symptoms following illness or injury, seizures and epilepsy, psychotherapy, medical ethics, complex causation, litigation consulting
...Expertise in -alcoholism and addiction -chronic pain -motivation, secondary gain, and malingering -doctor-doctor and doctor-patient communication -physician role responsibilities -medical decisionmaking -medical ethics -distinguishing coexisting psychiatric and medical factors -explaining medical concepts to juries

David T Springer, MD

Newtown Square, Pennsylvania
Psychiatry - Psychiatry, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, PTSD, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Harassment, Disability Evaluations, Peer Review, Independent Medical Examinations, Employment, Medical Record Review, Fitness for Duty, Medical Malpractice
...I have been in private practice for over 30 years treating a wide variety of patients. In addition, I was a Residency Training Director for seven years, Medical Director of a psychiatric hospital for seven years, worked in two correctional facilities for three years and currently work in a Department of Veterans Affairs’ outpatient clinic. I have also taught Drexel University medical students for over ten years. As a result of my clinical experience, I have a particular expertise in the area of psychiatric disability issues, victims of sexual abuse, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I pride myself on thoroughness, accuracy and opinions that can be supported by clinical examination and scientific evidence, as well as, careful medical and legal record review. In addition, I believe it is vital to have good communication with the referral source, so as to best address the questions that are being asked. I have performed forensic work for both plaintiff and defense counsel.

Frank L Brown, Jr, MD, MBA, FACP AMERICLIN FORENSIC CONSULTING

Bluffton, South Carolina
HMO, Medical Management - Accountable Care, HMO & Managed Care, Appeals & Grievances, Hospital & Provider Credentialing, Utilization/Medical Necessity, Healthcare Fraud/Abuse, Utilization Review, Qui Tam, Physician Quality of Care, Physician Sanctions, Defamation, Disruptive Physicians, Population Health, Sleep Medicine
...Our full suite of services includes: • Free initial phone consultations with expert clinicians • Flat fee initial case reviews • Dynamic clinical case theory analysis and development Phone: (843) 949-0927 Email: [email protected] AREAS OF EXPERTISE: Accountable Care Organizations Appeals & Grievances Case Management Correctional Healthcare Disease Management Disruptive Physicians Elder Abuse Emergency Medicine Geriatrics Healthcare Fraud/Abuse HMO & Managed Care Hospital & Provider Credentialing Internal Medicine Medical Insurance Medical Necessity Patient Grievances and Appeals Patient Safety Pharmacy Pharmacology Physician Burnout Physician Credentialing Physician Defamation Physician Grievances & Appeals Physician Quality of Care Physician Sanctions Population Health Management Public Health Qui Tam Sleep Medicine Utilization Review Value-Based Care LEADERSHIP: Dr. Frank L....

Brandy Seyller, RN, BSN Medical Case Consultants, LLC

Ladson, South Carolina
Legal Nurse Consulting, Nurse - COVID-19 crisis standard of care, COVID-19 impact on delivery of care spectrum, CVICU, ECMO Specialist, IABP, Impella, Heartmate, Centrimag, Cardiac Tamponade, Critical Care Registered Nurse, Stroke, NIHSS, Legal Nurse Consultant, Nurse Expert Witness, Medical Record Review, Medical Case Review
I am a Legal Nurse Consultant and Nurse Expert Witness with 20 years of experience caring for patients in a variety of Surgical Intensive Critical Care (ICU) specialty areas. My experience in nursing includes Cardiovascular Surgery, Coronary Care, Neuro-Surgical, Trauma and Surgical Intensive Critical Care and Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Specialist. As a travel nurse for 7 years, I have a wide variety of exposure to different hospital system policies and operations as well as different platforms for documentation in the EHR. I have been reviewing medical records as an expert witness since 2017 and have consulted on over 30 cases. I have been deposed twice. I have been retained as an expert in critical care standards for matters involving nursing board disciplinary hearings. As an excellent communicator, I leverage my logic and analytical skills to delve deep into the records, identifying any strengths or potential deviations from the standard of care....

Robert W H Mason, MD, MBA Robert Mason, MD, PLC

Brentwood, Tennessee
Ophthalmology - retina, retinal, vitreoretina, vireo-retina, vitreoretinal, vitro-retinal, retinologist, posterior segment, eye trauma, eye surgery, uveitis, ocular trauma, ophthalmology, opthalmology, ophthalmologist, opthalmologist, retinal detachment, floaters, macular hole, cornea
...* 16 years, primarily as a busy (200+ patient visits and 10-15 surgeries per week), practicing Vitreoretinal Surgeon. * M.B.A. from University of Florida Hough Graduate School of Business. * Years of myriad experience within multiple healthcare delivery paradigms. * Legal experience and formal training as an Ophthalmic Expert Witness for both plaintiff and defense in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury as well as Ophthalmic Independent Medical Exams. * Equipped with articulate communication and interpersonal skills in building positive relationships with patients and professionals, including timely, compelling written expert reports and testimony.

ALLEN R. DENNIS, MD, JD, MPH Heal one Services

Texas
Internal Medicine, Addiction Medicine - Opiod Overdose and Abuse, Hospitalist,Opiates, Independent Medical Exam, Medication Errors, Nursing home failure,Cancer Screening, Missed Diagnosis, Internal Medicine, Heart Disease, Chronic Lung Disease, Drug Detoxification, Preventive Medicine, Elder Abuse, Wrongful Death
...Dennis is licensed and treating patients in Georgia, Texas and Indiana. He has also received special training and waiver from Dept. of Health and Human Services for Opiod addiction treatment. Dr. Dennis received medical education through Harvard medical school and the Mayo Clinic. He adheres to high ethical standards and will render objective and evidence based opinions. Dr. Dennis is easily accessible with great bedside manners and communication abilities. His legal training makes him uniquely qualified to understand legalese and medical terminology. His exceptional teaching and communication skills enable him to translate both into lay terms easily understood by most. Dr. Dennis has performed chart and utilization reviews for large organizations.

WHITNEY A FENTON, MSN RN CCRN-K

BURLESON, Texas
Legal Nurse Consulting, Nurse - Medical, Surgical, Med/Surg, Medical/Surgical, Fall, Pressure Ulcer, Bed Sores, Critical Care, ICU, Nursing, Hospital, Surgical ICU, Medical ICU, Trauma ICU, Neuro ICU, Trauma, Neuro, Registered Nurse, RN, Nurse
...Travel ICU RN, Sutter Memorial Medical Center, Modesto, CA (07/2017-12/2017) Surgical/Trauma ICU RN/Relief Charge, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center, Temple, TX (06/2015-07/2017) Legal Nurse Consultant: Conducted comprehensive medical record reviews for legal cases Provided expert opinions on medical and nursing practices Collaborated with attorneys in case preparation Maintained confidentiality and adhered to ethical standards Nursing Clinical Educator: Educates students in Standards of Care across nursing spectrum Trains nursing students in hospital on Standards of Care Assisted in developing nursing education programs and curricula Facilitated orientation and onboarding for new nursing staff Conducted ongoing staff training and continuing education Assisted in quality improvement initiatives and research projects Provided advanced clinical expertise and support to nursing staff Registered Nurse: Provided direct patient...

John C Lundell, MD

Garland, Texas
Anesthesiology - Special focus and expertise in difficult intubations, airway trauma, obstructive sleep apnea, intraoperative codes, code blue, cpr, cardiac arrest, hypoxia, hypotension. Also experienced in anesthetic drug interactions and toxicities, patient positioning, intraoperative burn injury, central lines
...Enjoys teaching and explaining anesthesia concepts to patients, residents and students of all levels from high school, pre-med or nursing school to CRNA school, medical school or residency training. Comfortable and experienced teaching and lecturing to large or small audiences. Respected for his clinical anesthesiology expertise and interpersonal communication skills, Dr. Lundell is a favorite of nurses, surgeons and patients alike.

ALONSO J OSORIO-GIRALDO, MD INDEPENDENT

TYLER, Texas
Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine - I have 23 years of experience in EMERGENCY MEDICINE / FAMILY MEDICINE, ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, STROKE, NECROTIZING FASCIITIS, PEDIATRICS, CRITICAL CARE OF OF ACUTE EMERGENCIES, MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS/MVC, SURGICAL & MEDICAL COMPLICATIONS, OB-GYN EMERGENCIES, MEDICATION SIDE EFFECTS/INTERACTION
...He has vast experience seeing more than 3000 patients per year for the last 20 years of practice. Remarkably comfortable Caring for Stroke, MI, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Back pain, Spinal Epidural Abscesses, MVC/MVA, Gynecologic, and obstetric emergencies, along with Pediatrics and all sorts of medical and surgical cases, and complications and experienced in the critical care management and resuscitation of high acuity medical emergencies. He currently resides in Tyler Texas and practices 100% clinical Emergency Medicine in large local community hospitals. Holds licenses in TX / FL and CA. Also has a special passion for quality medical documentation and medical scribing, and mostly a deep understanding of the hard work required to immigrate to the United States and navigate Graduate Medical Education (GME) as a Foreign Medical Graduate (FMG). Finally, his outstanding reputation with a Clean Medical License and no litigation or malpractice cases against him....

Obi Osuji, MD Signature Orthopaedics

Mesquite, Texas
Orthopedic Surgery - Total Joints, Hip Arthroplasty, Knee Arthroplasty, Hip Reconstruction, Knee Reconstruction, Total Joints, Trauma, Total Joint Replacement, Joint Replacement
...Osuji believes in effective communication with patients to advise them on the optimal treatment for their conditions to fully engage them in their medical or surgical treatment. His goal is to select the treatment options that minimize pain, while restoring function and returning the patients to their active lifestyle. He completed his undergraduate premedical education at the City University of New York, graduating Summa Cum laude with a degree in Biochemistry. He obtained his medical degree from Stanford University in Palo Alto, California. After completing his orthopedic surgery residency at Howard University in Washington DC, he went on to pursue a fellowship in total joint reconstruction at the Steadman Hawkins Clinic in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Osuji started his orthopedic career in Connecticut, where he practiced general orthopedics including sports medicine, trauma, hand, and total joints....

PERRY P KANERIYA, MD, MBA

Great Falls, Virginia
Neuroradiology, Diagnostic Radiology - radiology, neuroradiology, emergency radiology, teleradiology, medical imaging, AI, artificial intelligence, TBI, brain injury, concussion, back injury, spinal cord injury, brain bleed, hemorrhage, cancer, tumor, brain tumor, spine tumor, herniated disc, stroke, aneurysm, MRI, CT, personal injury
...Awarded position of Chief Resident during radiology residency in recognition for leadership capacity, communication skills and clinical acumen. Appointed to Internal Review Board and Neuroradiology Section Chief during teleradiology career after establishing reputation of collaborative team-building, effective communication and consistent high-quality medical exam interpretation. Serves as Physician Consultant and Subject Matter Expert for multiple reputable law firms, medical imaging ventures, artificial intelligence-based healthcare start-ups and management consulting firms. Earned Master of Business Administration degree with numerous Distinguished Performances from the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia. Ongoing professional interest in leveraging extensive clinical experience and unique MD/MBA skillset to clarify and promote standard of care, optimize patient outcomes and improve healthcare delivery.

Jay Rudd, MD

Olympia, Washington
Ophthalmology - LASIK, PRK, Refractive Surgery, Laser Vision Correction Surgery, Cataract Surgery, Intraocular Lens replacement, Phakic IOL, Cornea Transplantation, DSAEK, DEMEK, PKP, Eye Surgery Complications, Eye Injuries, Complicated Anterior Segment Surgery,
...With over 20,000 restorative ocular surgeries performed, I have developed a reputation for excellent surgical outcomes and patient rapport. Patient education is integral to my success as a surgeon, often having to explain complex medical conditions to anxious and apprehensive patients. My excellent communication skills allow me to effectively educate those without extensive medical knowledge. I graduated manga cum laude from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia and completed residency training at Wills Eye Hospital (Top 3 Residency Program for past 30 years). I then completed a one-year Fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery at the University of Utah's John A. Moran Eye Center. I then helped establish Clarus Eye Centre and AuroraLASIK, where I have practiced continuously since. To complement my clinical practice, I have been principal investigator in multiple FDA studies, demonstrating precision and close attention to detail....

Sarah A Martin Froedtert and Medical College of Wisconsin

Monona, Wisconsin
Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical Services - Toxiciology, Acute Care, Critical Care, Airway Management, Urgent Care, Vetrans Care, Ultrasound, Telemedicine
...My work involves both the civilian and veteran populations, pediatric and adult patients, as well as integrating care and communications across all levels of administration, management in addition to other physician and advanced practitioner, as there is continuous collaborating for the best patient outcomes. Educating residents and medical students as well as advance practitioners and scribes is also part of my daily practice. I am a life longer learner and enjoy the rigors of keeping up to date on current practices. Part of every practice is EMR, which I am well versed in and interface with multiple systems. Daily, I performing quality improvement and reviewing quality assessments in care. The zeal I have for life manifests into my daily work and family life, which strengths these dedicated efforts to achieve excellence in health care. Strengths: •Provides evidence-based care to adult patients with a broad range of chronic and acute conditions....

Sheffey N Massey, DO FACEP HealthPartners Medical Group

Wisconsin
Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical Services - Board Certified Emergency Medicine, 29 years of full-time emergency medicine practice, Team leader, Trained communicator, Trusted educator, Advanced military leadership, Hundreds of patient care charts reviewed as medical director, quality leader and utilization management liaison.
• Highly experienced in the evaluation and care of complex trauma, medical and pediatric emergency medicine patients. • Serviced as Department Chair, Medical Director, Credential committee chair, and Utilization review liaison in Hospital system with over 50,000 emergency visits per year. Reviewed hundreds of patient charts for quality, medical management and sentinel events. Counseled multiple physicians on process improvement and quality care issues. Trauma site review physician in Wisconsin with over 50 trauma state variations. • 29 years of emergency medicine practice includes diverse experience in urban and rural facilities, all levels of trauma care from level I to small level IV facilities. • Directly involved in developing comprehensive stroke center, cardiac center and trauma system in Western Wisconsin....

Aimee E. Gough, MD Wyoming Surgical Associates

Casper, Wyoming
Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery - Colon Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Rectal Cancer, Diverticulitis, Hemorrhoids, Anal Fistula, Anastomotic Leak, Surgical Complications, IBD, Bowel Obstruction, Colonoscopy, Low Anterior Resection, Colon Cancer, Ostomy, Hernia, Appendix, Gallbladder, Adhesions, Fistula
...She also cares for patients with anorectal and pelvic floor disorders. As the only board-certified colon and rectal surgeon in her state, she routinely sees complex patients, inherits and manages complication, and undertakes re-do operations. With experience in medical education and public speaking, Dr. Gough communicates effectively and excels at conveying complicated medical topics in a clear and coherent fashion.