Diagnostic Radiology Expert Witnesses in California
The SEAK Expert Witness Directory contains a comprehensive list of diagnostic radiology expert witnesses who testify, consult and provide litigation support on diagnostic radiology and related issues. Diagnostic radiology expert witnesses and consultants on this page may form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, and provide expert witness testimony at deposition and trial. The issues and subjects these diagnostic radiology expert witnesses testify regarding may include: Mri, Diagnostic Radiology, Ultrasound, Ct, Ct Scan, Abdominal Imaging, Emergency Radiology, General Radiology, Neuroradiology, Trauma, Xray, Body Imaging, Drainage, Fracture, and Fractures.
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Jordan L Haber, MD, FACR
Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology
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MRI, Mammography, CT, Nuclear Medicine-PET, Ultrasound, Neuroradiology, Orthopedic Radiology, Pediatric Child Abuse Imaging (shaken baby syndrome)
Fellow, American College of Radiology (honor given to 10% of Board-Certified Radiologists). Diplomate, American College of Radiology. National Board of Medical Examiners. Adjunct Professor of Clinical Imaging at Long Island University. Managing Partner at Radiological Health Services P.C. - Joined group in 1976 and was a Managing Partner for the years 1990 - 2005. RHSPC (one of the largest groups of Private Practice Radiology in the Greater New York Area.
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Dan Cousin, MD
Radiologist & Neurorad Expert, Harvard/Yale
Diagnostic Radiology, Radiology
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Neuroradiology, Back & Spine Imaging, Body Imaging, Gastrointestinal, Genitourinary, Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Imaging, Oncology, Cancer Imaging (missed cancer), Pediatric & Child Abuse, Medical Malpractice, Pulmonary, Demonstrative Evidence, MRI PET CT scan Ultrasound Mammography
With training from Harvard, Yale, Columbia, and other top tier institutions, Dr. Dan Cousin is a dual-boarded, fellowship-trained expert in Diagnostic Radiology in active clinical practice who offers same-day (<24 hr) turnarounds on radiology consultations. Dr. Cousin is a pioneer in 4D demonstrative evidence, has an impressive lecturing and public speaking experience, presents well before juries, and has testified as an expert over 60 times in the last 4 years. As of 2023, his plaintiff/defense split is approximately 50/50.
Dr. Cousin has served as the Medical Director in private practice, and also as the Program Director for a residency program where he was responsible for teaching newly minted doctors to be radiologists. He has nearly two decades of experience in the field including both academic and private practices and both clinical and administrative positions. Dr. Cousin is currently the Clinical Director for BayView Radiology in Florida. He is board-certified by both the A...
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Robert Freed, MD
ER & ICU Imaging – Chest/Abdomen/Pelvis
Midwest Radiology
Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology
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Emergency Radiology, Abdominal Imaging, Body Imaging, Thoracic Imaging, Artificial Intelligence, Radiology AI, Appendicitis, Bowel Obstruction/perforation, PE/DVT, Pneumonia, Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, Liver, Kidneys, Spleen, Aortic rupture/dissection, Pancreatitis/pancreas cancer, Traumatic Injury, Trial Demonstratives, 3D Printing
I am uniquely positioned to opine on imaging of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis, with dual fellowships in Abdominal Imaging and Emergency Radiology from UPMC, where I also served as faculty, and a full time practice at Midwest Radiology, the nation’s largest physician owned radiology group with more than 180 radiologists.
My daily work focuses on high volume CT and MRI interpretation for emergency patients, giving me both academic rigor and real world perspective. I frequently consult on malpractice cases involving missed or delayed diagnoses, emergency imaging interpretation, and complex abdominal and chest pathology. Attorneys and paralegals rely on me for meticulous, well documented reports, dependable turnaround, and testimony that makes complex imaging understandable.
When helpful for case presentation, I collaborate with the healthcare division of Ricoh to transform a patient’s CT data into precise visual reconstructions and 3D printed models. These life sized models can demo...
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Corinne Deurdulian, MD
Radiology Expert Witness - Professor of Radiology
UCLA Dept. of Radiology/ Greater Los Angeles VAMC
Los Angeles, California
Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology
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Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Body Imaging, CT scan, CAT scan, MRI, Ultrasound, Xray, Biopsy, Drainage, Aspiration and Biopsy, Abdominal Imaging, PET-CT scan, Peer Review
Board-certified, fellowship-trained radiologist with 20+ years of experience. Former Chief of Imaging at large VA medical center. Previously Associate Professor at USC Keck School of Medicine practicing at large university hospital, cancer center, and LA County Medical Center. Currently Professor of Radiology at UCLA Geffen School of Medicine. Experienced with procedures such as biopsies and drainages in addition to diagnostic radiology. Experienced lecturer at large national radiology meetings on various topics. Licensed in CA, TX, and NC.
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Geoffrey M Riley, M.D.
Orthopedic & MSK Radiologist – Stanford Univesity
Stanford University
Portola Valley, California
Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology
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Orthopedic imaging, sports imaging, musculoskeletal imaging, bone and joint imaging, bone and soft tissue tumor imaging, fractures, MRI, spine, spinal injuries, worker's comp, emergency imaging, trauma radiology, cervical spine, thoracic spine, lumbar spine, x-rays, orthopedic trauma, joint dislocation, MSK CT, work comp imaging
Dr. Riley is a board certified radiologist with over 25 years of experience in musculoskeletal radiology. He is a Clinical Professor of Radiology at Stanford University and practices at Stanford Hospital. He received the Residency Research Award at UC Davis and the Residents' Teaching Award at UC San Francisco.
Dr. Riley is the past President and Vice President of the San Francisco Bay Radiological Society. He serves on multiple leadership committees, is the radiology liaison for Stanford Hospital’s Sarcoma Tumor Board, and is actively involved in quality improvement initiatives.
He is board certified by the American Board of Radiology and also holds certification from the National Board of Medical Examiners.
Dr. Riley has published in medical journals, a book chapter, electronic media, and abstracts. He is a frequent presenter at resident conferences, educational forums, and medical societies.
Dr. Riley is experienced in interpreting and diagnosing disorders of the spi...
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Joseph O Ugorji, DO
MRI Expert Witness for Traumatic Brain & Spine
Ugorji Radiology Consultants, LLC
Irvine, California
Diagnostic Radiology
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Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Brain Injury, Personal Injury, Independent Medical Examiner, IME, Medical Expert Witness, Brain Trauma, Radiology, Neuroradiology, MRI, Brain MRI, CT, Spinal Injury, Brain MRI Abnormalities, Forensic Radiology, Neuroimaging, DTI, Functional MRI, Quantitative MRI, Image Analysis
Dr. Joseph O. Ugorji is a board-certified, fellowship-trained MRI radiologist and Independent Medical Examiner with extensive experience in traumatic brain injury (TBI) and spinal/musculoskeletal trauma. He provides attorneys with clear, medically supported radiology reports that translate complex imaging into actionable case insights.
How Dr. Ugorji can assist attorneys:
• Identify objective imaging evidence of brain or spinal injury
• Clarify the extent and severity of neurological trauma
• Support or evaluate clinical diagnoses for TBI, brain injury, or spinal injury
• Provide concise, high-quality expert reports for case review or litigation
• Offer expert testimony as an Independent Medical Examiner (IME) or Medical Expert Witness
Expertise and Advanced Imaging:
• MRI techniques including Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI), Functional MRI, Quantitative MRI
• Analysis of Brain MRI Abnormalities, white matter abnormalities, and subtle structural injuries
• Experience with Brain Vol...
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Harpreet S Dhatt
Body Imaging Radiology Expert
Daviss, California
Diagnostic Radiology
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Oncology, Trauma, Missed Diagnosis, Standard of care, Interpretation Error, Film Review, Malpractice Review, Causation Analysis, Image Interpretation, Cancer Detection, Abdominal CT/MRI/US/Fluoroscopy, Pelvic imaging, Quality Assurance
I am a fellowship-trained, board-certified radiologist specializing in body imaging with a patient-centered, quality-driven approach to diagnostic accuracy.
For the past eight years, I have served as a medical expert witness. I have been involved in multiple depositions and provide clear, objective testimony grounded in radiologic evidence and standard-of-care expectations. This work has strengthened my commitment to balanced, ethical evaluation of imaging interpretation, documentation, communication, and system factors contributing to clinical outcomes, near-miss events, and opportunities to reduce error.
Clinically, I interpret MRI, CT, ultrasound, x-ray, and fluoroscopy, and perform image-guided procedures including fine needle aspirations and arthrograms. I have particular expertise in oncologic imaging and participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards for lymphoma, GI/GU cancers, and thoracic oncology.
I completed my medical degree at Stanford Medical School, radiology resi...
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Rachel Delfanti
Diagnostic Neuroradiologist
Westlake Village, California
Diagnostic Radiology
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Neuroradiology, Advanced Neuroimaging, Neurovascular imaging, Spine imaging, Head and Neck imaging, MRI, Brain, Epilepsy, CT head, Internal Auditory Canal, CT spine studies, Neck, CT sinus, CT temporal bone, CT soft tissue neck
Credentials:
Physician and Surgeon, Medical Board of California
Board Certification in Diagnostic Radiology
Board Certification, subspecialty in Neuroradiology
Affiliations:
Rolling Oaks Radiology, Partner and Section Chief of Neuroradiology
Dr. Rachel Delfanti is a diagnostic radiologist, fellowship trained in Neuroradiology. She earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at USC with highest honors, and completed a residency in diagnostic radiology at the University of California San Diego, before pursuing her fellowship training at UCSD. Throughout her academic tenure, Dr. Delfanti was the recipient of many awards, honors and grants.
Dr. Delfanti has presented her research at numerous conferences and has co-authored an array of publications including several on advanced imaging techniques in brain tumors. Throughout her medical career she has been active in various groups, taking on leadership roles. She is fluent in Italian and highly proficient in Spanish, an...
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Thomas Orsini, MD
Radiology Expert: Georgetown/NYU...
Dana Point, California
Diagnostic Radiology
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MRI, CT, XRAY, US, MUSCULOSKELETAL IMAGING, ONCOLOGIC IMAGING, EMERGENCY RADIOLOGY
Summa cum laude graduate of Georgetown University, NYU School of Medicine, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center board certified radiologist, with over 30 years' experience in all aspects of diagnostic imaging, currently available to provide medicolegal consulting and expert radiologist services.
I have found that a brief phone call is often the best way of determining if a particular expert is a "good fit" for a case under consideration.
I look forward to speaking with you!
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Jean-Paul (J.P.) Dym, MD
Irvine, California
Neuroradiology, Radiology
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standard of care, missed diagnosis, neuroimaging, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), CT scan, MRI, CT perfusion, MR perfusion, spectroscopy, CT angiography, MR angiography, diagnostic radiology, teleradiology, work flow
Dr. Dym is in practice as a board and neuroradiology CAQ-certified
neuroradiologist who did his fellowship training at Yale New Haven University Hospital and radiology residency at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. Until 2020, Dr. Dym was Medical Director and member of the quality assurance team for one of the largest radiology practices in the country. Through this he has reviewed hundreds of misinterpreted neuroradiology studies over the years. This exposure has led him, as an expert in misdiagnosed studies, to lecture extensively regarding medical missed findings and errors. He was recently an advisor for both Nines Radiology and Essential Radiology and is currently a staff Neuroradiologist and Chief of Radiology Quality at Overlook Hospital, helping manage the Neuroradiology section associated with the largest Neuroscience center in New Jersey.
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Elena R Milosavljevic, MD, MA
Diagnostic Radiologist & Breast Imaging Specialist
Loma Linda, California
Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology
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Emergency Radiology, Breast Imaging, MISSED CANCER, Abdominal Imaging, Osteomyelitis, Ectopic Pregnancy, Appendicitis, Pneumothorax, Back and Spine Imaging, Contrast Reaction, Spinal cord, Fracture, MRI, Ultrasound, CT scan, X-ray, Breast Cancer, Mammography, Delayed Diagnosis, Case Merit Review
I am a board-certified, actively practicing general diagnostic and breast imaging radiologist with experience in a high-acuity, Level I trauma center setting. My clinical background provides attorneys with practical, real-world expertise across the full spectrum of diagnostic imaging, including X-ray, ultrasound, CT, PET-CT, and MRI, as well as specialized breast imaging services such as mammography, tomosynthesis, ultrasound-guided and stereotactic biopsies, and preoperative localization procedures.
I provide medicolegal case review for both plaintiff and defense matters, with a focus on clear, objective analysis of imaging findings, standard-of-care issues, causation, missed or delayed diagnoses, follow-up recommendations, and communication of critical results. My goal is to help attorneys quickly understand the radiology issues in a case, identify strengths and weaknesses, and translate complex imaging questions into reports and testimony that are precise, credible, and easy to ...
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Jeffrey Chick, MD, MPH, FCIRSE, FSVM, FCCP, FAHA, EBIR, Division Chief, Professor
Expert in Interventional & Diagnostic Radiology
Interventional Radiology (IR); Vascular and Interventional Radiology (VIR); Diagnostic Radiology; Radiology; Imaging; Research; Medicolegal; Operations; Division Chief; Program Director; Professor
Los Angeles, California
Interventional & Vascular Radiology, Radiology
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Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Interventional Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Vascular Surgery, Endovascular Surgery, Image-Guided Surgery, Arterial Interventions, Venous Interventions, Non-Vascular Interventions, Interventional Oncology, Biopsy, Drainage, Venous Access, Thrombectomy, Stent Placement
Jeffrey F. B. Chick, MD, MPH, FCIRSE, FSVM, FCCP, FAHA, EBIR
Division Chief I Professor, Interventional Radiology
Board Certified in Diagnostic Radiology and Interventional Radiology
Dr. Jeffrey F. B. Chick is a nationally recognized physician–scientist and academic leader in Interventional Radiology and Diagnostic Radiology. He currently serves as Division Chief and Professor of Interventional Radiology and as Program Director of the Interventional Radiology Residency. He completed his Diagnostic Radiology residency at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, followed by Interventional Radiology fellowship training at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He is board certified in both Diagnostic Radiology and Interventional Radiology.
Dr. Chick has extensive experience reviewing complex medical cases involving imaging interpretation, image-guided procedures, procedural complications, and standards of care. His academic leadership roles, including Division C...
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Yury Fayner, MD; Diplomat, American Board of Radiology
Fellowship Trained MSK Radiology; Gen & Diagnostic
Bakersfield, California
Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology
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Musculoskeletal, Bone & Joint, Trauma, Back & Spine, MRI, Fractures, Injuries, Worker's Compensation, X-Ray, CT Scan, Orthopedic, General Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Ultrasound, Medical Imaging, Board Certified, Dislocation, Accident, Sports Injuries, Infection
Dr. Yury Fayner is a board certified radiologist with over a decade of experience in Southern California and is fellowship trained in musculoskeletal radiology.
Dr. Fayner is experienced in general, diagnostic and musculoskeletal radiology and has specific interests in disorders of the spine, bone & joint disorders, sports medicine, trauma and injury, as well as infectious, inflammatory and cancerous musculoskeletal lesions.
Dr. Fayner is available as an independent radiological expert to review medical records and render medical opinions to assist in litigation, and is offering expertise for both plaintiff and defense matters. He can provide a variety of medical/legal services from simple phone consultation to detailed expert reports and standard of care opinions.
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Jeffrey M Dym, MD
Newport Coast, California
Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology
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Diagnostic radiology, musculoskeletal radiology, trauma, spine, fracture, herniated disc, emergency radiology, injury, child abuse, MRI, CT, Xray, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, workers compensation, general radiology, neuroradiology, auto accident, pain
Dr. Dym is Chair and Medical Director of the radiology department at Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo and Laguna Beach.
Dr. Dym has a very clear, concise method of communication imaging findings of potentially complex cases in a manner that is easy to understand. Dr. Dym has experience in expert witness case reviews, and has appeared at depositions and in court.
Dr. Dym has presented at many lectures and conferences and is comfortable with public speaking. He is also a volunteer faculty member at The University of California, Irvine where he presents cases to radiology residents.
In his free time, he enjoys camping, volleyball, biking, jogging and enjoys spending time with his family.
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Joseph W. Stengel, DO
California
Diagnostic Radiology, Ultrasound
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Abdominal imaging, general radiology, breat imaging, mammography, body imaging, ultrasound, obstetric ultrasound, CT, MRI, gastrointestinal imaging, biopsy and drainage, case review, peer review, file review, case merit evaluation
ABR board-certified, fellowship-trained Diagnostic Radiologist licensed in Washington and California. 11 years of experience as expert witness.
Former Department Chair and Chief of Staff at a high-volume community teaching hospital practicing all aspects of general radiology including CT, US, MRI, nuclear medicine, radiography, mammography and nonvascular interventional procedures.
Extensive experience with spine imaging and image-guided pain management.
Subspecialty interest, academic appointment, and publications in abdominal imaging and ultrasound.
Former Assistant Clinical Professor in Section of Abdominal Imaging, Department of Radiology at UCSF. Recognition for teaching excellence.
Actively involved in hospital quality, utilization review and peer review activities.
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