Sinusitis Expert Witnesses

Washington, District Of Columbia

Pediatric Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology - pediatric airway mangement, obstructive sleep apnea, tracheostomy, laryngoscopy, tonsillectomy, tonsillectomy hemorrhage, adenoidectomy, otitis media, tympanostomy tubes, airway foreign body, congenital neck masses, sinusitis, endoscopic sinus surgery, hearing loss, patient safety, medical education, standard of care

Alexandra Espinel, MD is a board certified pediatric otolaryngologist with specialized board certification in complex pediatric otolaryngology. She has over 10 years of experience in a high volume surgical practice at a Top 5 national pediatric hospital. She is an expert in surgical safety protocols, airway reconstruction, and tracheostomy management. Dr. Espinel is experienced in clinical risk review and medical education, with a proven ability to distill complex surgical outcomes for non-medical audiences. Prior consultant work experience as expert external reviewer for a major university health system & as device safety and clinical development expert for medical device company. She is a full-time academic pediatric otolaryngologist with faculty appointment as an Assistant Professor of Surgery and Pediatrics performing over 1000 procedures annually. Her administrative roles include working to ensure the hospital meets the highest national standards for surgical safety by wor...

Boynton Beach, Florida

Otolaryngology, Sleep Medicine - Sinus Surgery, Traumatic Hearing Loss/Vertigo, Defense Base Act, Patent litigation, Mold Exposure, Sleep Apnea, insomnia, sleep deprivation, sleep medications, sinusitis, Balloon Sinus Dilation, Balloon Sinuplasty, ENT, snoring, tonsils, CPAP, driver fatigue, ear nose and throat, hearing loss, tinnitus

Full time clinician double Board-Certified in both Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose and Throat) – Head and Neck Surgery and Sleep Medicine. Over twenty years of consulting and forensic experience: expert witness for Plaintiff and Defense cases - traumatic hearing loss/vertigo, mold exposure, class-action tobacco/oil spill/3M, medical device patents, sleep deprivation accidents, and medical malpractice. Dr. Brodner also performs VA Nexus letters, utilization and disability review, IMEs (in-person and Zoom - Domestic and International), and Industry clinical research/R&D. National thought leader on Balloon Sinus surgery. Served on the Medical Advisory Board for Entellus Medical charged with developing and implementing a physician education program for teaching balloon sinus surgery to other ENT surgeons. Duties included lectures, small-group conferences, live demonstrations during surgery, webinars, and hands-on cadaver labs. Published original research on the safety and efficacy of...

Pompano beach, Florida

Otolaryngology, Noise - Ear Nose and Throat, Facial Paralysis, ENT, Breathing Problems, Sinusitis, Sinus Surgery, Vertigo, Dizziness, Balance Disorder, Hearing Loss, Sleep Disorders, Throat Cancer, Noise Trauma, Balloon Sinuplasty, Car Accident, Head and Neck Surgery, Voice Problems, Hoarseness, Nasal Fracture/Trauma

Dr. Paul E. Lapco MD is a board-certified ear, nose, and throat surgeon and trained expert witness with over 20 years of overall experience. In addition to offering comprehensive care for the full scope of ENT conditions, he performs many minimally invasive procedures such as balloon sinuplasty and advanced endoscopic surgery – with a special interest in the medical and surgical treatment of sinus problems. He is also fluent in English and Spanish. Dr. Lapco is an experienced expert witness, having served for both defense and plaintiff cases, at trial and deposition, as well as in the fields of disability assessment, the performance of IMEs, and forensic testing within his field. He has vast experience related to vehicle and work accidents, as well as insurance company claims. Dr. Lapco brings 15 years of clinical, research, and scientific experience to the analysis of each case and serves as an expert witness to 10-15 cases a year. Treatments and procedures: Balloon Sinuplasty, ...

Columbus, Indiana

Otolaryngology, Otology - Hearing Loss, Rhinology, Sinus Surgery, Sinusitis, Tinnitus, Ringing, Dizziness, Balloon Sinuplasty, Tonsillectomy, Vertigo, Anosmia, Loss of Smell, Ear Tubes, Ear Infection, Otolaryngic Allergy, Otology, OTO, ENT

Dr. Jay Raisen is a Board-Certified, double fellowship trained surgical Otolaryngologist in active clinical practice with more than 27 years experience. Accessible and available to connect 24/7 most days, Dr. Raisen is an experienced expert witness. His medical practice currently concentrates in RHINOLOGY, OTOLOGY, OTOLARYNGIC ALLERGY and GENERAL OTOLARYNGOLOGY. Diagnosis, medical treatment, and surgery for problems in the nose, sinus, and ear, and throat as well as with hearing , ringing, allergy, and immunotherapy, are areas of interest which derive from over 27 years of comprehensive ENT practice. Dr. Raisen has both private practice and health system perspective with significant involvements in complex medical case management. Other areas of specialized knowledge in healthcare include administrative, electronic health record / IT, project coordination, and management. Personal strengths include a calm demeanor, resilient work ethic, while demonstrating excellent interper...

arlington, Virginia

Otolaryngology, Military - otolaryngology, ENT, vertigo, tinnitus, hearing loss, dizziness, balance disorders, sudden hearing loss, vestibular migraine, BPPV, post-traumatic vertigo, ototoxicity, vancomycin hearing loss, cochlear implant, personal injury expert, medical malpractice expert, expert witness, standard of care (ENT), medical legal review, sinusitis

Dr. Brent R. Driskill brings a unique combination of real-world ENT surgical experience, military medical leadership, and courtroom-tested expert witness work. He has provided expert medical opinions in a variety of legal contexts, including personal injury, medical malpractice, worker’s compensation, and product liability. He has been retained in cases involving: Vertigo and post-traumatic dizziness following motor vehicle accidents Labyrinthine concussion with documented vestibular asymmetry Ototoxic injury following intravenous antibiotic use Standard of care disputes related to ENT surgery and post-operative care Hearing loss and tinnitus in both occupational and trauma-related contexts Dr. Driskill has performed Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs), authored detailed causation and standard of care reports, and testified under oath at deposition and trial. His opinions are always grounded in clinical evidence, supported by published literature, and written with the end...