Medicine and (Interventional) Cardiology Expert
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Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness
General Specialties:
Cardiovascular Disease and Internal MedicineKeywords/Search Terms:
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), Cardiac Catheterization, Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), STEMI / NSTEMI, Cardiogenic Shock, Complications of PCI, Pulmonary Embolism, Peripheral arterial disease, Access Site Complications, Impella / IABP, Independent Medical Examination, IMEEducation:
Bachelors of Science, University of California at Los Angeles; Doctor of Medicine, Michigan State University - College of Human Medicine; Internal Medicine Residency, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor; Cardiology Fellowship, University of Texas at Houston - Texas Medical CenterAdditional Information
Interventional Cardiology & Cardiovascular Disease Expert Witness Board Certified in Internal Medicine (ABIM) and Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease. Currently completing specialized, advanced training in Interventional Cardiology at Borgess/Beacon Ascension Kalamazoo, MI providing cutting-edge expertise in current procedural standards and national guidelines (ACC/AHA/SCAI). Core Areas of Expertise: Acute Coronary Syndromes (ACS) and MI: Review of initial presentation, triage, timely diagnosis, and management (STEMI/NSTEMI protocols). Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI): Appropriateness, technical execution, procedural complications (perforation, dissection, access site issues), and device selection (stenting, atherectomy). Diagnostic Cardiology: Interpretation and timing of non-invasive testing including EKG, stress testing (treadmill, pharmacologic), and echocardiography. General Medical Management: Inpatient and outpatient management of common cardiac conditions including Heart Failure (HFrEF/HFpEF), Atrial Fibrillation/Arrhythmia management, and Hyperlipidemia. High-Risk Procedures: Management of cardiogenic shock, use of mechanical circulatory support (Impella, IABP), and emerging techniques (TAVR, complex coronary cases). Standard of Care: Review of DAPT/anticoagulation management, post-procedure follow-up, and failure to timely refer for cardiac catheterization. Fee Schedule: Available upon request. Offer Independent Medical Exams. Experienced in comprehensive medical record review and deposition preparation.