
Contact this Expert Witness
- Additional States: Florida
- Company: Transplant and Nephrology Northwest, PLLC
- Phone: (206) 499-3999
- Fax: (425) 836-9591
- Website: www.kidney.nu
Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness
General Specialties:
Nephrology and Internal MedicineSpecialty Focus:
Dialysis, renal transplant, immunosuppression, prescribing/dispensing errors, kidney trauma, rhabdomyolysis, urosepsis, nursing home care, COVID-19, life care planning estimates, hyponatremia, complications from surgery, delayed diagnosis, and telemedicine.Education:
M.D., University of Saskatchewan; Internal Medicine Residency, University of Saskatchewan; Nephrology Fellowship, McGill University; Transplantation Medicine Fellowship, Oregon Health Sciences UniversityYears in Practice:
24Number of Times Deposed/Testified in Last 4 Yrs:
4Additional Information
I am in active clinical practice with Board Certification in internal medicine and nephrology (US and Canada) with an additional fellowship in transplantation medicine. I view myself as an educator of my patients. I summarize complex nephrologic concepts for lay audiences on a daily basis. I have served plaintiff and defense attorneys equally since 1995. I approach all engagements as if I was assuming care for the patient in my own practice. My objectivity and credibility are demonstrated through my detail oriented, reasoned reports that reflect the standard of care. I assist attorneys by anticipating issues and helping them think through the case. I provide prompt and accessible expertise. I am a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Washington. I completed ~50 autopsies in my year as resident in Anatomic Pathology. I am versed in the nuances of autopsy reporting and interpreting findings. I was recognized as a "Top Doctor" by Seattle Metropolitan Magazine in October 2012. I've written an award winning book for medical students titled "Listen, Think, & Speak Like a Doctor: Essential Skills for Medical School & Practice". Licensed: WA Expert Witness Certificate: FL www.linkedin.com/in/smileythakur