Physical Therapy Expert Witnesses in California

Physical Therapy, Nursing Homes - Geriatrics, skilled nursing facility (SNF), Bone, Fractures, Falls, Balance, Slip and Fall, long term care, Fall, Orthopedics, Gabapentin, Lyrica, Neurontin, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Skeletal Health, Acute Care, Trauma, Orthopedic Trauma, fracture

Dr. Thompson has been practicing as a physical therapist since 2007. He has worked in both outpatient orthopedic and inpatient physical therapy settings, including major medical institutions such as University of North Carolina Hospitals and Indiana University Health Hospitals, as well as rural hospital systems. He has worked extensively with geriatric populations and with individuals with neurological, orthopedic, and trauma related conditions. In addition to his clinical expertise as a physical therapist, Dr. Thompson holds a PhD in biomechanics and movement science where his technical expertise is in molecular biology and genetics with an emphasis on bone health and fracture healing. Dr. Thompson has published over 50 peer-reviewed manuscripts and several book chapters. Additionally, he has received numerous national and international awards recognizing his contributions to the field of physical therapy, bone biology, and musculoskeletal health. Dr. Thompson’s research examines ...

Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy - Nursing homes, inpatient rehab hospitals, pediatrics, geriatrics, surgical protocols, falls, sexual assault, Durable medical equipment, orthopedics, pressure sores, transfers, independent medical examination, fall risk assessment, supervision, fall precautions, medical necessity, trauma, oncology, outpatient rehabilitation, neurological

Licensed physical and occupational therapist. 20+ years of clinical experience including adults, pediatrics, nursing homes, inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient rehabilitation. Several years teaching experience. 9+ years expert witness experience. Significant supervisory experience of physical therapy and occupational therapy assistants, aides and students. Adult Physical Therapy (PT) experience includes patients with physical therapy deficits after oncology diagnoses and treatments, arthroscopic/arthroplasty surgeries of the shoulder, knee, hip and ankle, rotator cuff repairs, total shoulder replacements, Achilles repairs, post-operative cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine surgeries, back pain syndromes, hand injuries/tendon repairs, ankle injuries/fractures, carpal tunnel repair, lumbar and cervical spine injuries, neurological diagnoses, knee, hip, and ankle injuries and foot conditions. Inpatient/SNF/Outpatient Setting Occupational Therapy (OT) experience includes cardiova...

Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy, Physical Therapist, Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal Injury, Standard of Care, Rehabilitation, Health Club, Personal Training, Personal Trainer, Fitness, Gym

Dr. Wolpov has practiced in the physical therapy industry for over 38 years, and she specializes in the outpatient orthopedic setting. In 1987, Dr. Wolpov graduated from Ithaca College with an undergraduate degree in Physical Therapy. She began employment as a PT in a variety of settings, including acute care in hospitals, and subacute care in nursing homes, home care, and assisted-living facilities. She also worked with athletes from the U.S. Olympic Team and for the NY Giants. In 2001, Dr. Wolpov graduated top of her class, with a 4.0 GPA and an MBA from Monmouth University. In May 2002, Dr. Wolpov opened Game Shape Physical Therapy and Fitness Center in Manalapan, NJ. Game Shape is a premier full-service physical therapy facility, also offering exclusive one-on-one personal training and fitness memberships. Game Shape is a Rehabilitation Network - Participating Location with the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City. In late 2023, Game Shape Physical Therapy was so...

Walnut Creek, California

Physical Therapy, HIPAA - Home health PT, falls & fall causation, home safety assessment, adequacy of PT services, homebound status, geriatric & post-surgical rehab, Medicare home health eligibility, home health agency protocols, OASIS documentation, discharge planning PT malpractice, rehab frequency

California-licensed physical therapist specializing exclusively in geriatric home health. Has evaluated and treated thousands of geriatric patients in the home setting across more than five years of dedicated home health practice. Conducts 70–80 home visits per week across multiple Medicare-certified home health agencies in the Bay Area — vast majority of patients are Medicare-age adults with fall history, functional decline, post-surgical recovery, and neurological conditions. Doctor of Physical Therapy (Army-Baylor University); Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS, ABPTS). Deep expertise in standard of care for home health PT, falls prevention and causation, home safety assessment, homebound status determination, adequacy of PT services, and Medicare home health documentation including OASIS. Prior career as U.S. Army Physical Therapist (Captain) with experience in outpatient orthopaedics, sports medicine, and brigade-level rehabilitation. Available for record revi...

San Diego, California

Physical Therapy, Wound Care - Physical Therapy Standard of Care, Certified Fall Prevention Specialist (CFPS), Wound Care Certified (WCC), Hospital Acquired Pressure Injury/Prevention, Inpatient & Outpatient wound care best practices

Doctor Physical Therapy (DPT) Simmons College, Boston, MA. Bachelor of Science, (B.S.) Physical Therapy (PT) - Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH. Certified Fall Prevention Specialist (CFPS) Wound Care Certified (WCC) - National Alliance of Wound Care & Ostomy; Fellow of The Advisory Board- (FABC) - Washington, DC; Fellow of American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) - Chicago, IL; Practicing since 1997.

Anaheim, California

Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical - Sport Rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, total knee replacement, personal injury, Manual Therapy, car accident, soft tissue injury, falls, Total Knee Replacement, Musculoskeletal, joint replacement, gait training, Acute Care Rehabilitation, Post-operative, rotator cuff repair, spinal rehabilitation, car accidents

Dr. Dangerfield is a licensed, residency-trained, and fellowship-trained Physical Therapist with a background in treating athletic, musculoskeletal, geriatric, and post-operative patients with evidence-based and biopsychosocial approaches. He maintains a strong interest in clinical reasoning, movement analysis, and individualized patient care. Currently practicing as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in an outpatient setting. Dr. Dangerfield creates individualized treatment plans for patients in outpatient and inpatient physical therapy settings. He designs and implements return to sport programs for post-operative knee patients through a group exercise class. Moreover, he assists with competency testing in employee onboarding. Dr. Dangerfield is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT) offering expert witness services including standard of care evaluations in physical therapy settings, injury causation analysis, medical record review a...

San Diego, California

Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical - Total joint replacement, total knee replacement, total hip replacement, low back pain, neck pain, whiplash, ankle surgery, knee surgery, ankle, knee, hip, spine, elbow, shoulder, rotator cuff repair, total shoulder replacement, fusion, reconstruction, sciatica, post-operative

Education • Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Montana, August 2021: specialized education in Physical Therapy law and ethics (depositions, standards of proof, expert witness preparation, APTA clinical practice guidelines) Experience Physical Therapist, Inpatient/Outpatient (GS-0633-13) Veterans Affairs Medical Center (La Jolla, CA), 5/2009-Present (40 hours/week) • Advanced knowledge and expert skill in a range of specialized interventions and treatment modalities used in a specialized treatment area of physical therapy to serve as a consultant and subject matter expert for health care providers regarding the delivery of care within Orthopaedic Physical Therapy. Serve as subject matter expert, evaluate, and provide highly individualized treatment for patients with chronic pain conditions by incorporating a multitude of resources for chronic pain management including muscle re-education, guided imagery, biofeedback, sensory integration, patient positionin...

San Rafael, California

Physical Therapy - Physical, Therapy, Psychology, Physical Therapist, Therapist, rehabilitation, cardiovascular rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, orthopedic care, chronic pain management, sports rehabilitation, Pilates, Orthopedic rehabilitation, Post-surgical rehabilitation, Neurological rehabilitation

Zeina Grifoni, MPT, is a licensed Physical Therapist with over 20 years of experience in all areas of rehabilitation. Her work has ranged from inpatient care including cardiovascular rehabilitation and neurological rehabilitation to outpatient orthopedic care including pre-and post-operative care, chronic pain management, sports rehabilitation, rehabilitation post motor vehicle accident, and special conditions including osteoporosis, scoliosis, joint replacements, osteoarthritis, Elhers-Danlos Syndrome, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, Lyme disease, ALS, MS, Parkinson’s disease, and women’s health issues. She is also a specialist in Pilates and Pilates for rehabilitation. In addition to her extensive range of practice, she educates both Physical Therapists and Pilates Instructors in rehabilitation and how to maximize rehabilitative success in patients while working within the scope of practice. She also collaborates with doctors developing rehab protocols for special populations. ...

California

Internal Medicine, Geriatrics - Falls, Wound Care, Stroke, Dementia, Sepsis, COPD, Pain, Physical Therapy, DVT, Blood Clot, Hospice, Rehabilitation, Geriatrics, Sepsis, Congestive Health Failure, Kidney Injury, Myocardial Infarction, Palliative Care, Pressure Sore, Edema

Highlights: - Medical Director - >85% of time dedicated to clinical duties - Trial/testimony experience - Evidence based approach to the latest standards of care - Confident, consistent, thorough Dr. Abhi Kasinadhuni is a highly qualified expert witness specializing in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), long-term care, and post-acute rehabilitation. As the current Medical Director of a 130-bed rehabilitation facility and multiple SNF/post-acute care centers in Pennsylvania, he brings over a decade of hands-on experience in internal medicine, hospital medicine, and geriatric care. Board-certified in Internal Medicine with fellowship training in Vascular Medicine, Dr. Kasinadhuni has served as a physician at facilities including The Belvedere (Chester, PA), Aventura at Prospect (Prospect Park, PA), and others, overseeing patient care for complex conditions common in long-term settings. His expertise spans critical areas in SNF and long-term care litigation, including: Geriatric and...

Los Angeles, California

Life Care Planning, Physical Therapy - Trauma, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Traumatic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Amputation, Burns, Pain Management, Defense Medical Exam, Functional Capacity Eval, Workman's Comp, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Life Care Planner, Catastrophic Case Management

Dr. Harvey is internationally respected as a pediatric, adult, and geriatric rehabilitation expert. She specializes in the treatment of complex orthopedic trauma, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputations, and burns. She draws from her 30 years of evidenced based practice expertise, utilizing a clinically driven research approach, with the support of a dynamic network of multidisciplinary experts, to serve and deliver on each case. Harvey Medical Legal Consulting provides Life Care Planning, A Day in the Life Video Presentations, Expert Witness Reports and Testimony, Damage Assessment, Medical Record Review, and Life Expectancy Services. Dr. Harvey routinely provides expert opinions addressing the following diagnoses: Orthopedic Trauma, Traumatic Brain Injury, Anoxic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Amputation, Burn Injury, Birth Injury, Neurologic Injury, Chronic Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Chronic Illness, Dental Injuries, Psychiatric, Psychological Tr...