Weight Management Expert Witnesses

Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts

Endocrinology, Diabetes - Diabetes, Thyroid disease, Transgender medicine, Pituitary disease, Adrenal disease, Osteoporosis, Hypogonadism, Hypoglycemia, Weight management

I am board certified in internal medicine and endocrinology and am also trained in public health. My professional life has been primarily dedicated to general endocrinology as a clinician at a Harvard Medical School teaching hospital system, The Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA), which consists of three community hospitals and 22+ neighborhood health centers. I have been in clinical practice for 38 years, and division chief of endocrinology at CHA for 27 years. I recently transitioned from full time clinician/teacher to part time clinical practice and continue in my role as Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. I have been involved in and/or spearheaded many quality improvement projects during my time at CHA. I was recognized as collaborative colleague of the year in past years, and recently was awarded a lifetime achievement award for my work at CHA. I have extensive experience in the management of all areas of endocrinology, including diabetes, weight manag...

Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey

Pharmacist, Cardiovascular Disease - Medication Administration, Medication Preparation, Hospital Medication Policy, Anticoagulation, Diabetes, Ambulatory Pharmacy, Heart Failure, Metabolic Disorders, Weight Management, Collaborative Practice Agreement, Medication Safety, Medication Documentation, Medication Management, Patient Care, Medication Therapy Management

I am a board-certified ambulatory care pharmacist with over a decade of clinical leadership spanning hospital pharmacy operations, direct patient care, and population health strategy. My expertise includes inpatient clinical coordination, ambulatory medication therapy disease management (MTDM), formulary oversight, and regulatory compliance. I have served as an expert witness in cases involving medication errors, adverse drug events, and anticoagulation management. With dual credentials in pharmacy and healthcare-focused business administration, I bring a unique blend of clinical precision and operational insight to every engagement. I’ve held several high-impact roles—including Interim Director of Clinical Pharmacy and Population Health, Acute Care Clinical Coordinator, and Ambulatory MTDM Pharmacy Manager. In each role, I’ve led multidisciplinary teams, developed system-wide medication management workflows, and implemented quality improvement initiatives. My direct patient care ...

Seattle, Washington

Obesity, Family Medicine - Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, Mounjaro, semaglutide, tirzepatide, GLP1, Obesity Medicine, Substandard Care, Prediabetes, Weight Management, Menopause, Metabolic Health, Birth Control, Heart Disease Prevention, Weight Bias, Reproductive Health, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Women's Health, Cholesterol

Dr. Megan Melo, MD, is a Board-Certified Obesity and Family Medicine Physician with extensive experience in adult obesity management and primary care for both children and adults. She is uniquely positioned to assist attorneys with cases involving a wide range of medical issues, including obesity management, with special expertise in the use of obesity medications such as Ozempic/Wegovy and Mounjaro/Zepbound, cardiometabolic health (prediabetes, weight gain, heart disease prevention), pre-pregnancy counseling, miscarriages, contraception, menopause, and concussions. Dr. Melo’s comprehensive understanding of women’s health, particularly around metabolic care, menopause care, and reproductive health, makes her an invaluable expert witness for cases related to these areas. In addition to her clinical expertise, Dr. Melo is recognized for her ability to effectively communicate complex medical concepts in a clear, accessible way, both to her patients and in the legal arena. A gifted sp...