Colonoscopy Expert Witnesses

Colonoscopy expert witnesses and consultants listed here may be able to form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, provide expert witness testimony at deposition and/or trial as or serve as consulting (non-testifying) experts on colonoscopy. The colonoscopy expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Anesthesiology, Bariatric Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery, Critical Care Surgery, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Legal Medicine, Medical Management, Nurse Anesthetist, Nutrition, Obesity, Obstetrical Anesthesiology, and Pediatric Gastroenterology.

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Steven M Fendley, MD, FACS

Wiregrass Surgical

Dothan, Alabama
General Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery - endoscopy, colonoscopy, open hernia, laparoscopic hernia, robotic hernia, cholecystectomy, mastectomy, lumpectomy, breast biopsy, lymph node mapping biopsy, gastric sleeve, robotic bariatric surgery, appendectomy, colectomy, hemorrhoidectomy, laparoscopy, breast cancer, da Vinci, reflux
With over 38 years of experience in a high volume general surgery practice in which he is the senior partner, Dr. Steve Fendley has extensive expertise and experience in open, laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Regionally, he was among the first general surgeons to immerse himself in training on the da Vinci Robot in 2012, now having completed over 3,400 robotic cases. In the course of his high volume, full service general surgery practice, he gained proficiency in hernia repair, anti-reflux repair, EGD/colonoscopy, mastectomy, colectomy, gastric sleeve, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, hemorrhoidectomy as well other common general surgery procedures. Robotically, he specializes in hernia repair, gastric sleeves and colectomies. The opportunity to grow his skill set with the latest advancements in technology combined with his vast expertise in surgery and his aggressive pursuit of knowledge of emerging technology give him a unique and invaluable perspective on complicated and problemat...
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Heath Beckham, MD

Colon/Rectal Surgery, Robotic Surgery Expert

Alabama Colon and Rectal Institute

Birmingham, Alabama
Colon & Rectal Surgery - Colon cancer, Rectal cancer, Colorectal, Colonoscopy, Colon polyp, Diverticulitis, Hemorrhoids, Proctology, Anal Fissure, Anal abscess, Anal fistula, Anal cancer, Laparoscopic surgery, Robotic colon surgery
I am board certified in both Colon and Rectal Surgery and General Surgery, with more than 17 years experience in private practice since 2009 in Birmingham, AL. I am involved in teaching general surgery residents from the local hospital system and involved in various hospital committees. My practice is limited to colon and rectal surgery with extensive experience in anorectal surgery, colonoscopy, and robotic and laparoscopic colon surgery.
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James E. Martinez, MD

Endoscopic Complications

Gastroenterology Specialists, PC

Scottsdale, Arizona
Gastroenterology - Colonoscopy, Endoscopy, Dilation, ERCP, Indications and Complications, GI Bleeding, Biliary Disease, Colon Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Gastric Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Liver Disease
Over 15 years of Expert Opinion . Testimony in both plaintiff and defense cases, including the United States Attorney's Office. President New Mexico Medical Society 2014-2016. Board Certified. Assistant Clinical Professor, Endoscopy Unit Director, Medical Case Review Committee. Email at jemgiexpert@gmail.com
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Keith J Chamberlin, MD MBA FASA

Award-Winning Anesthesiologist-Fmr. Chief of Staff

Chamberlin Health, Inc.

SAN RAFAEL, California
Anesthesiology, Medical Management - Central Line, Difficult Airway, Anesthesia Positioning, Capnography, Pre-operative Anesthesia, Ambulatory Surgery, Laryngospasm, Propofol, PACU, Nurse Anesthetist, Colonoscopy, Intubation, Difficult airway, local anesthetic systemic toxicity, post anesthesia discharge, prone position, NORA (Non-OR anesthesia sites), ASA 3 and 4
Award-winning anesthesiologist in active clinical practice. Georgetown educated. Former Dartmouth Faculty. Fellow of the American Society of Anesthesiologists Extensive administrative experience including quality, safety, policies and procedures and credentialling. Former Hospital Chief of Staff. Former CEO of multiple medical groups and an Accountable Care Organization (ACO). Decorated United States Army veteran. Experienced expert witness at both deposition and trial.
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David Goldenberg, MD, MSHS

Gastroenterology Physician - Stanford Faculty

Palo Alto, California
Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine - Colonoscopy, intellectual property, gastrointestinal bleeding, Ulcer, Constipation, Diarrhea, PEG tube, Clostridium difficile, fecal microbiota transplant, EGD, colitis, gastrointestinal bleeding, brain-gut interaction, posttraumatic abdominal symptoms, Endoscopy, irritable bowel syndrome, IBD
I direct the general gastroenterology group of physicians as an assistant clinical professor at Stanford University, and I have a full-time clinical practice in gastroenterology. Additionally, I teach medical students, residents, fellows, and other gastroenterologists. I have performed thousands of endoscopic procedures. In addition to teaching, clinical, and leadership work, I am a Biodesign Faculty Fellow at Stanford University and have experience with medical innovation and several patents. I completed my fellowship and master's degree at Cedars Sinai Medical Center, residency at Tufts University, and medical school at Dartmouth College. I completed formal expert witness training with SEAK.
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Christian Jackson, MD FACG

Gastroenterology Expert Witness

Specialty Experts

Westlake Village , California
Gastroenterology - GI, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), diarrhea, constipation, colorectal cancer screening and surveillance, iron deficiency anemia, GI bleeding, gastrointestinal angiodysplasia (GIAD), Barrett's esophagus, colonoscopy, endoscopy, endomicroscopy, sedation complication, small bowel disease
Credentials: - Diplomate American Board of Internal Medicine, subspecialty in Gastroenterology Affiliations: - Health Sciences Clinical Professor, University California Riverside - Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology - Assistant Clinical Associate professor of Public health, Loma Linda University school of Public Health - Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, Loma Linda University- Medical Center Hospital Affiliations: - Loma Linda VA Healthcare System Dr. Christian Jackson is board-certified in Gastroenterology specializing in both general and complex gastrointestinal diseases with over 18 years of experience. His medical interests include the treatment of a wide array of gastrointestinal conditions including but not limited to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), diarrhea, constipation, colorectal cancer screening and surveillance, iron deficiency anemia and gastrointestinal bleeding. Dr. Jackson is widely respected for his unique focus on gastroi...
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Grant E. Barber, MD, MS

Stanford GI Faculty | Harvard MD| IBD & Procedures

Stanford University Hospital

Palo Alto , California
Gastroenterology, Legal Medicine - surgical timing, Crohn's Disease, Bowel Perforation, Ischemic colitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Causation, Standard of Care, Biologics Management, Toxic Megacolon, Management of Refractory IBD, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Colonoscopy, Intestinal Ultrasonography, Complications of Biological Therapies, IBD, EGD, complications
Dr. Barber is a board‑certified academic gastroenterologist trained at Harvard Medical School and Stanford University, where he is now faculty. He oversees a high‑volume procedural practice (>400 colonoscopies annually) and manages more than 400 tertiary‑level IBD patients requiring advanced biologic and small‑molecule therapies, endoscopic intervention, and intestinal ultrasonography. He developed and directs the Stanford IBD Inpatient Consult Service and serves on the GI Clinical Competency Committee and GI Quality Council, where he helps establish and monitor clinical and procedural safety standards. His expertise includes: • Procedural Standards: Recognition and management of perforations, post‑procedural hemorrhage, and sedation‑related events • IBD Management: Biologic initiation/monitoring (anti‑TNF, IL‑12/23, JAK inhibitors, S1P modulators, integrin inhibitors), refractory disease, and surgical timing • Diagnostic Accuracy: Delayed diagnosis in colorectal cancer, IBD, isch...
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Gregory F Churchill, DO

Gastroenterology/Hepatology - Highly Accomplished

Digestive Health Associates

Durango, Colorado
Gastroenterology, Obesity - Hepatology, Upper Endoscopy, GI Bleed, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Colonoscopy, Decision Making Under Pressure, Celiac Disease, Patient Communication, Multidisciplinary Approach, Colon Cancer Screening, IBS, pH Monitoring, Dilation, Perforation, Functional Disorders, Quality Improvement, Disparities
I am a board-certified internal medicine physician and gastroenterologist serving the Durango, Colorado community at Digestive Health Associates. With a commitment to providing compassionate, cutting-edge care, I specialize in diagnosing and managing a wide range of digestive and liver conditions. I earned my Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the University of New England and completed my residency at Lankenau Medical Center. I further honed my expertise during my gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville, where I served as Chief Fellow. Throughout my training, I received recognition for my clinical research and excellence in gastroenterology. A dedicated researcher, I have authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and presented my findings at national and international conferences. I am particularly passionate about addressing health disparities and improving access to care for underserved populations. I am currently boa...
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Susan M. Thibeault, DNAP, CRNA

Branford, Connecticut
Nurse Anesthetist, Anesthesiology - CRNA, hospital liability, airway, fire, aspiration, awareness, EMR/EHR Audit trails, capnography, dental, endoscopy, colonoscopy, intubation, non-OR anesthesia, monitored anesthesia care (MAC), overdose, oversedation, positioning, post anesthesia care unit, PACU, central line
Yale-trained nurse anesthetist leader in active clinical practice. Clinical experience includes both operating room and non-operating room procedures. Head of CRNA quality and safety for Yale New Haven Hospital – a 1,500+ bed level 1 trauma center. Has reviewed numerous adverse events for deviations from standard of care. Extensive public speaking experience.
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Joel Chodos, MD, JD

Gastroent Expert Witness. Top Doctor list 14x

Digestive Health Center

Newark, Delaware
Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine - Endoscopy, Swallowing difficulties, Colonoscopy, GI bleeding, Ulcerative Colitis, Colon Cancer, GI Cancer diagnosis, colon cancer, Barrett's esophagus, Constipation, Acid Reflux, Diarrhea, Crohn's Disease, malabsorption, celiac disease
Over 15 years of various medico-legal experience including trial experience while in full time active practice of medicine. Board certified in GI and Internal Medicine. Excellent communication skills including scientific/medical issues explained in layman's terms. Careful, Insightful, Deliberate, Articulate Analysis. Timely performance. Keen attention to detail. Have JD degree acquired via 4 years of part time study while in med practice. Passed California Bar 2017 on first attempt. Member California bar. Meticulous attention to detail. Medical school teaching experience and also have taught medicine and physiology at local university. Publish GI newsletter for physicians. Voted a Top Doctor 14x by my physician peers.
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Steven M Fendley, MD, FACS

Wiregrass Surgical

Florida
General Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery - endoscopy, colonoscopy, open hernia, laparoscopic hernia, robotic hernia, cholecystectomy, mastectomy, lumpectomy, breast biopsy, lymph node mapping biopsy, gastric sleeve, robotic bariatric surgery, appendectomy, colectomy, hemorrhoidectomy, laparoscopy, breast cancer, da Vinci, reflux
With over 38 years of experience in a high volume general surgery practice in which he is the senior partner, Dr. Steve Fendley has extensive expertise and experience in open, laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Regionally, he was among the first general surgeons to immerse himself in training on the da Vinci Robot in 2012, now having completed over 3,400 robotic cases. In the course of his high volume, full service general surgery practice, he gained proficiency in hernia repair, anti-reflux repair, EGD/colonoscopy, mastectomy, colectomy, gastric sleeve, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, hemorrhoidectomy as well other common general surgery procedures. Robotically, he specializes in hernia repair, gastric sleeves and colectomies. The opportunity to grow his skill set with the latest advancements in technology combined with his vast expertise in surgery and his aggressive pursuit of knowledge of emerging technology give him a unique and invaluable perspective on complicated and problemat...
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Meyer N. Solny, MD, FACG, AGAF

Gastroenterology-Cornell Faculty-Active Practice

Florida
Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology, gastrointestinal endoscopy, internal medicine, colonoscopy, colorectal, esophagus, gallbladder, intestines, pancreas, colon cancer, GERD, colitis, perforations, ischemic bowel, GI bleeding, inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn’s, mesenteric ischemia, IBD, Reflux
Board-Certified Gastroenterologist and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy specialist, Columbia and Cornell trained clinician, with an active Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology practice for the past 30+ years, on staff at New York Presbyterian Hospital and Weill Cornell College of Medicine. Experienced as a medico-legal consultant and expert witness for both plaintiff and defense.
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Michael H Tarlowe, MD, FACS, FASCRS

Michael H. Tarlowe, MD, PA

Deerfield Beach, Florida
Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery - Colonoscopy, Hemorrhoids, Proctology, Hernia surgery, Anal Fissure, Anal abscess, Anal fistula, Anal cancer, Medical malpractice, Ambulatory Surgery Centers, Anal warts, Pilonidal cyst
Dr. Tarlowe is board certified in both Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery, with more than 15 years experience. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. Dr. Tarlowe maintains a full time private practice. He has reviewed and opined on dozens of cases, for both plaintiff and defense, including both medical malpractice and personal injury.
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Marco Ferrara, MD, FACS, FASCRS

Colon and Rectal Surgery

Orlando, Florida
Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery - Anorectal, Colon Cancer, Rectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn’s Disease, Diverticulitis, Endometriosis, Hemorrhoids, Perirectal Abscess, Perianal Fistula, Enterocutaneous Fistula, Colonoscopy, Colon Polyp, Anal Intraepithelial Neoplasm (AIN), Fecal Incontinence, Clostridium difficile
Dr. Marco Ferrara is a double board-certified general and colon and rectal surgeon with the Orlando Health Colon and Rectal Institute. A native of Orlando, he has cared for patients in Central Florida since 2018 and specializes in: Advanced robotic and laparoscopic surgery Colon and rectal cancer Inflammatory bowel disease Endometriosis Dr. Ferrara provides compassionate care for his patients, who often have life-altering conditions. He strives to collaborate with patients to ensure that they receive the best quality of care possible. He also enjoys being an educator and has been teaching medical students, residents and fellows since he finished his training. Dr. Ferrara’s Training As an undergraduate, he studied biology at the University of Florida in Gainesville, graduating summa cum laude. Dr. Ferrara earned his medical degree at the Florida State University College of Medicine in Tallahassee. He completed his general surgery residency at Brookwood Baptist Health program in Bi...
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David S. Borislow, MD

Gastroenterology and Liver Disease Specialist

David Borislow MD, PLLC

Treasure Island, Florida
Gastroenterology, Hepatology - Endoscopy, colonoscopy, colorectal cancer screening, Barrett’s esophagus, GERD, diseases of the esophagus, stomach, intestines, pancreas, liver, hepatitis, gastric and duodenal ulcers, food borne illness, perforation, pancreatitis, colon polyp, food poisoning, Colon cancer, Rectal cancer
I am an experienced board-certified gastroenterologist, trained at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Duke University Medical Center. I have practiced in the Tampa Bay area for over 35 years, where I have both directed my own practice, and was instrumental in the formation of a large single specialty group practice. I have been involved in the formation and management of several endoscopy centers, and have been the Chief of Endoscopy at a large regional hospital for several terms. I have been on the American College of Gastroenterology Practice Management Committe, which included medical legal issues, and co-chaired a national conference for the ACG on practice management. I am open to reviewing cases for both defendants and plaintiffs, including depositions and trial testimony. In addition, I have also reviewed records and offered my expert opinion related to potential food-borne illness assertions and medical causation.
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Mark A Molos, MD

Gastroenterology & Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

MedMalpractice Reviews

Boca Raton, Florida
Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine - Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, EGD, Esophageal Dilation, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Colon Cancer, Colon Polyps, Barrett's Esophagus, GERD, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, SMA Syndrome, Celiac Disease, Perforation, Food Poisioing, Difficulty swallowing, Obesity Treatment
Board Certified Gastroenterologist with over 35 years of clinical experience. Innovator, Entrepreneur and holder of 5 USA Patents & Multiple PCT Patents for Medical Devices. 30,000+ colonoscopies performed. Highly Experienced Expert witness – over 100 cases, 40 Depositions and 12 Trials. Have treated many patients with Inflammatory Bowel disease with Remicade (Infliximab), Humira (Adalimumab), Cimzia (Certolizumab), Entyvio (Vedolizumab), Stelara (Ustekinumab), Skyrizi (Risankizumab), Omvoh (Mirikizumab), Xeljanz (Tofacitinib), Rinvoq (Upadactinib), Zeposia (Ozanimod), Velsipity (Etrasimod), Imuran, Prednisone. Have treated patients with Obesity and Obesity Surgery, Bariatric Surgery Complications. Extensive experience in treating and evaluating patients with Obesity, GERD (Acid Reflux), Dysphagia (Difficulty Swallowing), Abdominal Pain, Diarrhea, Constipation, Iron Deficiency Anemia, GI & Rectal Bleeding.
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Mark W. Gordon, MD

Extensive experience both defense and plaintiff.

Aventura, Florida
General Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery - Wound Care, Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Upper Endoscopy, Gastroscopy, Colonoscopy, Hernia, Peer Review, IME
Board certified in Surgery and Wound Care, member of numerous societies, extensive hospital leadership positions, teaching at local medical school. Current reviewer for state board of medicine, Medicare, independent review panels. Performs IMEs, disability determinations. Experienced with litigation in negligence (both defense and plaintiff), CV and fees on request. Extensive experience case evaluation, deposition, trials for 30 years. Defense, hospital/medical staff issues and plaintiff cases.
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Steven Siegal, MD, FACS

Bariatric and General Surgeon with GI Expertise

General Surgery Institute

Fort Myers, Florida
General Surgery, Bariatric Surgery - Endoscopy, Hernia, Gastrointestinal, Solid Organ, Postoperative Care, Colonoscopy, Colon, Weight Loss, Acid reflux, Hiatal Hernia, Upper GI, Swallowing Disorders, Robotic Surgery, Wound Care, Stomach Surgery, Hiatal Hernia, Bariatric Surgery, Endoscopic Sleeve, Gastric Bypass, Bowel Injury
Dr. Siegal is a board-certified fellow of the American College of Surgeons with specialty training in minimally invasive bariatric, robotic, and endoscopic surgery. He graduated from the University of Miami in 2008, then received his medical degree from the University of Florida in 2013. Dr. Siegal then pursued his general surgery residency at the Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, OR where he published many peer-reviewed research papers focused on hernia surgery, esophageal cancer, and reflux disease. He then completed a fellowship in advanced robotic gastrointestinal, endoscopic and bariatric surgery at Penn State University where he focused on advanced surgical endoscopy including Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty and the TORe procedure. Dr. Siegal is an Adjunct Professor Nova Southeastern University and was a previous Instructor of Surgery at Penn State University. In addition to being a Founding Member of the American Foregut Society, Dr. Siegal carries the follo...
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Albert M Harary, M.D.

Gastroenterology and Liver Disease

Albert Harary, MD

Florida
Gastroenterology, Hepatology - Internal Medicine, Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Esophageal Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Pancreatitis, Liver Disease, Duodenal Ulcer, Colon Cancer, Gastric Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Intestinal Injury, GI Motility, Pharmaceutical Patent Validity, Biotechnology Patent Validity
Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine, New York University School of Medicine. Attending Physician, Northwell Lenox Hill Hospital. Attending Physician, NYU Langone Medical Center. Licensed in New York and Florida. Albert Harary, M.D. has been in private practice in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine in Manhattan since 1984. He is board-certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine. He is available for expert witness consultations and testimony for both defense and plaintiff attorneys. For over 30 years, he has reviewed numerous cases and has testified in many depositions and trials in at least 12 states. He is poised, articulate, persuasive, and knowledgeable about the details of the case and the standards of practice. His areas of expertise include gastroenterology, liver disease, esophageal disease, gastrointestinal motility disorders, intestinal infections and injuries, GERD, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, liver disease, pancrea...
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Bruce M Grossman, MD,FACG, AGAF, FACP

Gastroenterology Expert Witness and Chart Review

Cleveland Clinic Florida

North Palm Beach , Florida
Gastroenterology - Endoscopic procedures, Colonoscopy, upper Endoscopy, Biliary Endoscopy, Liver and pancreatic diseases, functional bowel disorders, Reflux disease, ulcer diseases, esophageal diseases, inflammatory Bowel disease, Cancers of the GI Tract, gallbladder and biliary tract disease
Clinical instructor FSU School of Medicine please feel free to browse my website at Gastroenterology-expert-witness-chartreview.com
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Steven M Fendley, MD, FACS

Wiregrass Surgical

Georgia
General Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery - endoscopy, colonoscopy, open hernia, laparoscopic hernia, robotic hernia, cholecystectomy, mastectomy, lumpectomy, breast biopsy, lymph node mapping biopsy, gastric sleeve, robotic bariatric surgery, appendectomy, colectomy, hemorrhoidectomy, laparoscopy, breast cancer, da Vinci, reflux
With over 38 years of experience in a high volume general surgery practice in which he is the senior partner, Dr. Steve Fendley has extensive expertise and experience in open, laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Regionally, he was among the first general surgeons to immerse himself in training on the da Vinci Robot in 2012, now having completed over 3,400 robotic cases. In the course of his high volume, full service general surgery practice, he gained proficiency in hernia repair, anti-reflux repair, EGD/colonoscopy, mastectomy, colectomy, gastric sleeve, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, hemorrhoidectomy as well other common general surgery procedures. Robotically, he specializes in hernia repair, gastric sleeves and colectomies. The opportunity to grow his skill set with the latest advancements in technology combined with his vast expertise in surgery and his aggressive pursuit of knowledge of emerging technology give him a unique and invaluable perspective on complicated and problemat...
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LaKesha Legree, MD

General Anesthesiologist - Ivy League Trained

Dr. Legree Medical Expert Witness Consulting Services

Georgia
Anesthesiology - Fentanyl, Dental Anesthesia, Upper Endoscopy, Regional Blocks, Ketamine, Cannabis, Difficult airway, Wrongful death, Anesthesia standard of care, Colonoscopy, DUI & anesthesia drugs, Labor & Delivery, Anesthesia outside of the OR, Epidural & Spinal Anesthesia, Propofol, Aspiration, Office Anesthesia, Opioids, CRNA Supervision
Easily accessible,readily available, time-sensitive and responsive. Duke Fellowship Regional Anesthesia recipient. Over 14 years in active clinical practice. University of Notre Dame graduate in South Bend, IN. Weill Cornell- New York Presbyterian Hospital trained in General Anesthesiology. Extensive ultrasound guided regional anesthesia and block placement training at the infamous orthopedic focused Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. Intense Anesthesia and critical care training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Hospital in New York. Teaching and mentoring experience. Completed SEAK expert witness training program. Public Speaking Experience. Trial (testifying) and deposition experience for both plaintiff and defense. Medical chart review, consultation and written reporting experience. Consultations with legal teams to assist with the interpretation of medically related case information, associated timelines and standard of care breaches. Former Ketamine Clin...
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Allyson Sterling

Northwest Surgical Advising

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
General Surgery, Wound Care - Rural Surgery, Hernias, Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Gallbladder, Wound Care, Resource Limited, Critical Access, Appendectomy, Safe Surgery Checklist
Allyson Sterling is a Board Certified General Surgeon practicing for over a decade in multiple hospital settings, gaining a breadth of experience in surgical care from mid-sized suburban settings to critical access, remote facilities. Her practice has focused on delivering excellent quality care in limited resource settings with the intention of keeping appropriate care as close to home as possible. Dr. Sterling has championed the WHO Safe Surgery Checklist in her hospital settings and fosters collaborative care teams to enhance safety and communication in the operating room and the hospital. Dr. Sterling received her BA from Wake Forest University, studied at the University of Virginia and earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Blacksburg, VA. She completed her internship and residency in General Surgery at Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System in Spartanburg, SC. Dr. Sterling is Board Certified in General Surgery and is a Fello...
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Sheela Mahendra, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition

Sheela Mahendra MD LLC

Wheaton, Illinois
Pediatric Gastroenterology, Nutrition - Crohn's disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Foreign body ingestions, Malnutrition, Failure to thrive, Pediatric Obesity, Cystic Fibrosis, Celiac disease, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Abdominal pain, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Short Bowel syndrome, Neonatal cholestasis, Refeeding Syndrome, Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Hirschsprung's disease
. Award winning Triple Board certified physician- Pediatric Gastroenterology(2015), General Pediatrics(2012), Obesity Medicine(2024) . Certified as a Physician Nutrition Specialist (2017) . In active clinical practice in Pediatric gastroenterology in Chicagoland region (Endeavor Health, Loyola, UIC, Advocate) . Experienced Public Speaker Active State Medical Licenses: Illinois (2014) EDUCATION • Shri Parvatibai College, Goa, India (Transfer credit to BS degree) 2000-2001 • University of Missouri at Columbia, MO (Degree BS in Biological Sciences) 2001-2004 • University of Missouri at Columbia School of Medicine, MO (Degree MD) 2004-2008 • General Pediatric Residency 2008-2011 A I Dupont Hospital for Children, Wilmington,...
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Hannah Bischoff, CRNA

CRNA Anesthesia Standard of Care

Prospect, Kentucky
Nurse Anesthetist, Anesthesiology - endoscopy, colonoscopy, EGD, aspiration, MAC, Upper endoscopy, GI, sedation, NORA, Propofol Sedation, deep sedation, airway management, Anesthesia Monitoring Standards, Anesthesia-Related Complications, ASA Classification, Hypoxia, Respiratory Arrest, awareness, Capnography, Unplanned Intubation
I am a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) with over four years of clinical experience providing anesthesia care in high-acuity inpatient hospitals and high-volume outpatient surgery centers. My practice includes extensive experience in anesthesia for gastrointestinal endoscopy, including colonoscopy and upper endoscopy (EGD), with participation in more than 1,000 endoscopic procedures. I obtained my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Nurse Anesthesia from the University of Cincinnati, where I completed advanced training in anesthesia pharmacology, physiology, and evidence-based perioperative care. My clinical background includes the delivery of monitored anesthesia care (MAC) and deep sedation using propofol, management of airway and respiratory events in non-operating room anesthesia (NORA) environments, and physiologic monitoring in fast-paced procedural settings with rapid patient turnover. I routinely care for patients across the ASA spectrum, including individuals w...
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Aboubakr Khairat, FACS, MRCSI, CABS

HealthAdvise

Ellicott City, Maryland
General Surgery, Bariatric Surgery - Laparoscopic, robotic, minimally invasive, bariatric surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, morbidly obese, weight loss surgery, obesity, endoscopy, colonoscopy, laparoscopic hernia, robotic hernia, abdominal wall reconstruction, cholecystectomy
Dr. Aboubakr Khairat, MD, is a highly skilled double-board certified general surgeon, specializing in both pediatric and adult surgery. Trained in Qatar as a pediatric surgeon, Dr. Khairat further honed his expertise through additional training in adult general surgery in the United States. Currently practicing as an abdominal and bariatric surgeon in the United States, he brings a wealth of experience and proficiency to his patients. Dr. Khairat is particularly passionate about utilizing minimally invasive/robotic surgical approaches and pioneering innovative techniques to optimize patient outcomes. Training University of Maryland Medical Center Residency, Surgery, 2013 University of Florida, Jacksonville, FL Internship, General Surgery, 2009 Hamad Medical Corporation, Qatar Residency, Pediatric Surgery, 2006 Ain Shams University, Faculty of Medicine Professional Education, MBBCH, 1997 Organizations American Medical Association American College of Surgeons American Society of Met...
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Dan M. Drzymalski, MD, D.ABA, CHCQM

Award-winning Harvard grad, Tufts anesthesiologist

Tufts Medical Center

Boston, Massachusetts
Obstetrical Anesthesiology, Anesthesiology - Birth injury, Amniotic fluid embolism, Blood patch, Cesarean section, Nerve injury from epidural, Failed spinal anesthesia, Sugammadex, Epidural labor, Tubal ligation, Local anesthesia toxicity, Pregnancy, Intubation, Colonoscopy, Endoscopy, Pulmonary embolism, Heparin, Maternal cardiac arrest, Anesthesia, Awareness, Eye injury
My name is Dan M. Drzymalski, M.D. and I am an expert witness in anesthesiology. I graduated with an M.D. from Harvard Medical School and I am a full-time anesthesiologist at an academic hospital, Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts. My titles include Chief of Obstetric Anesthesia at Tufts Medical Center and Associate Professor of Anesthesiology at Tufts University School of Medicine. I am also serving as Co-Chair of the Moderate Sedation Committee at Tufts Medical Center. My clinical practice has included a wide range of anesthesia experiences, including, but not limited to, obstetric anesthesia, epidural analgesia, spinal anesthesia, amniotic fluid embolism management, pulmonary embolism management, blood patch, cesarean delivery, cerclage, tubal ligation, training for local anesthetic toxicity, maternal cardiac arrest, anesthesia for gastrointestinal procedures (colonoscopy, endoscopy, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, etc.), monitored anesthesia care, an...
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Jason Reich, MD

Gastroenterology & Hepatology Expert Witness

Sharon, Massachusetts
Gastroenterology, Hepatology - Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Crohn's disease, Ulcerative colitis, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastrointestinal bleeding, acid reflux (GERD), colon cancer, pancreas, liver, hepatology, Barret's Esophagus, GERD, Cirrhosis, endoscopy, colonoscopy, diverticulitis, perforation, gastric ulcers, fatty liver disease, gastrointestinal m
Dr. Reich is an academically trained gastroenterologist and has been an expert witness for the past few years. He currently practices gastroenterology with Southcoast Health in Southern Massachusetts. Over the last 4 years, he has been retained in several cases, offering his expert opinion for both defense and plaintiff attorneys. He is board certified in Gastroenterology, and Internal Medicine, and licensed to practice medicine in the states of Massachusetts, Florida, New Mexico and Indiana. He also serves as a gastroenterology consultant for Evens https://evens.com/ to help to roll out an online personalized acid reflux treatment platform. He has a particular interest in telemedicine and digital health and provides consults for 2nd.MD, as well as Sitka. Dr. Reich also has experience with medical chart review and has written numerous articles for medical news websites.
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Kerent D Pihl, DO, FACOS

General Surgeon - West Michigan

Grand Rapids Surgical Associates

Wyoming, Michigan
General Surgery - Gallbladder Surgery, Hernia Surgery, Small Intestine Surgery, Colon Surgery, Skin surgery, General Surgery Coding, General Surgery Billing, Hiatal Hernia Surgery, Reflux Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Abdominal wall reconstruction
Highly experienced high volume general surgeon in the Grand Rapids, Michigan region. Completed medical school at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011. Completed general surgery residency at Mclaren Greater Lansing in 2016. Acquired Board Certification through the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons in 2017 and shortly thereafter acquired fellowship into the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. Has been core Faculty of the University of Michigan Health West General Surgery Residency Program since 2016. Adjunct Clinical Faculty at Michigan State University since 2011 and University of Michigan since 2018. Currently in sole ownership private practice at Grand Rapids Surgical Associates PLLC. Well versed in open, laparoscopic and robotic surgery as well as endoscopies. With case volumes consistently in the top 5% in the nation, have clinical experience equivalent to surgeons who have been in practice 30+ years. I will offer unbiased expe...
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Angela B Shannon, MD

Happy Tummies Pediatric GI Clinic

Flowood, Mississippi
Pediatric Gastroenterology - Abdominal Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Liver, Reflux, Gastritis, Intestine, Abdominal Pain, Liver Disease, Colon, Failure to Thrive, Vomiting, Small Intestine, Constipation, Diarrhea
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Marc K Taormina, MD FASGE AGAF FACG FACP

Midwest GI Health

Lee's Summit , Missouri
Gastroenterology, Hepatology - Colonoscopy, polypectomy, colon cancer screening, Colón cancer, esophageal cancer, dysphagia, esophageal dilation, Crohns disease, inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis, esophageal reflux, hiatal hernia, gallbladder disease, perforation, cirrhosis, jaundice, outpatient cancer, abdominal pain
I am a seasoned actively practicing clinician in the private practice of outpatient consultative gastroenterology/hepatology. I have been working in a collaborative GI practice with mid-levels ( APRN & PA-C ) since 1999. I am a member of the Missouri Prescription Drug monitoring task force, the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts, and I continue active certification through the ABIM in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. I am the medical director of the Midwest Physicians Surgery Center, an endoscopic ambulatory surgery center accredited by JCAHO and a recipient of the ASGE Certificate of Unit excellence in quality and outcomes. We embrace new technology in gastroenterology including AI. I am current in ACLS/BCLS certification, maintain active medical staff status at Lee's Summit Medical Center and membership in the Missouri State Medical Association and AMA. I am a veteran of the US Army Medical Corps- 1980-85. I am an outside medical consultant for t...
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Stuart I. Finkel, MD

Gastroenterology - Mount Sinai Trained and Faculty

Stuart I. Finkel MD

Emerson, New Jersey
Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine - gastroenterology, GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, esophagus, GERD, acid reflux, intestines, bowels, colon cancer, internal medicine, complications of GI endoscopy, GI endoscopic perforations, ischemic bowel, GI bleeding, mesenteric ischemia, wrongful death, colon CA screening, upper GI endoscopy, fecal impaction, pseudo-obstruction
Dr. Finkel received his BA (summa cum laude) with distinction in Biology from the University of Pennsylvania in 1968. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University in 1973, 1st in his class, and president of his chapter of Alpha Omega Alpha. He did his Internship and Residency in Internal Medicine at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center in NYC, and his Fellowship in Gastroenterology at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, also in NYC, and the Bronx Veterans Administration Hospital, Bronx NY, 1976-1978. Dr. Finkel is board certified in GI and IM, and was on the voluntary teaching faculty in Gastroenterology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai from 1978 to 2024, and Assistant Clinical Professor of GI from 2004 to 2024. He has published in peer-reviewed journals, taught endoscopy to GI Fellows, and was in private practice from 1978 to February 2024. He remains actively licensed in NY State and NJ, and volunteers at the Bergen Volunteer Medica...
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David H Robbins, MD, MSc

NEW YORK, New York
Gastroenterology - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy, Interventional endoscopy, Advanced endoscoy, Colonoscopy, Endoscopic ultrasound, Cancer, Colon cancer, Colon polyps, Barrett's esophagus, Esophageal cancer, Pancreatic cancer, Pancreas, Pancreatic cyst, Rectal cancer, Neuroendocrine tumor, Diverticulitis, PEG
Dr. Robbins is the Associate Chief and Program Director in Gastroenterology at Lenox Hill Hospital. He is board-certified in Gastroenterology and is an Associate Professor of Medicine. He is available for expert witness consultations and testimony to both defense and plaintiff attorneys. His areas of expertise include general gastroenterology, GI cancer treatment, pancreas cancer and interventional endoscopic techniques, and early GI cancer detection. Dr. Robbins spends the bulk of his professional time caring for his patients. He is consistently deemed a Top Doctor by the Castle Connolly Guide, attended Columbia College (BA), the Mount Sinai School of Medicine (MD with honors) and Columbia University (MSc).
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Albert M Harary, M.D.

Gastroenterology and Liver Disease

Albert Harary, MD

New York, New York
Gastroenterology, Hepatology - Internal Medicine, Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Esophageal Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Pancreatitis, Liver Disease, Duodenal Ulcer, Colon Cancer, Gastric Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Intestinal Injury, GI Motility, Pharmaceutical Patent Validity, Biotechnology Patent Validity
Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine, New York University School of Medicine. Attending Physician, Northwell Lenox Hill Hospital. Attending Physician, NYU Langone Medical Center. Licensed in New York and Florida. Albert Harary, M.D. has been in private practice in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine in Manhattan since 1984. He is board-certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine. He is available for expert witness consultations and testimony for both defense and plaintiff attorneys. For over 30 years, he has reviewed numerous cases and has testified in many depositions and trials in at least 12 states. He is poised, articulate, persuasive, and knowledgeable about the details of the case and the standards of practice. His areas of expertise include gastroenterology, liver disease, esophageal disease, gastrointestinal motility disorders, intestinal infections and injuries, GERD, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, liver disease, pancrea...
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Santa R Nandi, MD FACG

Gastroenterology and Liver diseases

Santa Nandi MD PC

Hicksville , New York
Gastroenterology, Hepatology - Gastrointestinal bleeding, Colon cancer, Crohn's disease, Colitis, Acid Reflux, Colonoscopy, Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Hepatitis, Ulcers, Polyps, Diverticulitis with perforation/ abscess, Diverticulosis
Santa R. Nandi MD is a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine, board certified in the subspecialty of Gastroenterology. She completed her training at LIJMC, the Long Island Campus for The Albert Einstein School of Medicine, NY. Her subspecialty practice of Gastroenterology and Liver diseases is based in New York. She has over 30 years of experience in her subspecialty. She has also been actively involved in performing expert witness reviews in Gastroenterology since 2020, even while she continues to practice clinical Gastroenterology and gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures on a regular basis. She uses her extensive knowledge and clinical experience to meet the highest standards of care for all her patients while, at the same time, using her expertise to work closely with multiple legal experts both within and outside of New York. She is an extremely well spoken physician. She delivers precise expert reviews and reports on medico-legal cases, meeting time deadlines ...
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Meyer N. Solny, MD, FACG, AGAF

Gastroenterology-Cornell Faculty-Active Practice

New York, New York
Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology, gastrointestinal endoscopy, internal medicine, colonoscopy, colorectal, esophagus, gallbladder, intestines, pancreas, colon cancer, GERD, colitis, perforations, ischemic bowel, GI bleeding, inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn’s, mesenteric ischemia, IBD, Reflux
Board-Certified Gastroenterologist and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy specialist, Columbia and Cornell trained clinician, with an active Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology practice for the past 30+ years, on staff at New York Presbyterian Hospital and Weill Cornell College of Medicine. Experienced as a medico-legal consultant and expert witness for both plaintiff and defense.
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LaKesha Legree, MD

General Anesthesiologist - Ivy League Trained

Dr. Legree Medical Expert Witness Consulting Services

New York
Anesthesiology - Fentanyl, Dental Anesthesia, Upper Endoscopy, Regional Blocks, Ketamine, Cannabis, Difficult airway, Wrongful death, Anesthesia standard of care, Colonoscopy, DUI & anesthesia drugs, Labor & Delivery, Anesthesia outside of the OR, Epidural & Spinal Anesthesia, Propofol, Aspiration, Office Anesthesia, Opioids, CRNA Supervision
Easily accessible,readily available, time-sensitive and responsive. Duke Fellowship Regional Anesthesia recipient. Over 14 years in active clinical practice. University of Notre Dame graduate in South Bend, IN. Weill Cornell- New York Presbyterian Hospital trained in General Anesthesiology. Extensive ultrasound guided regional anesthesia and block placement training at the infamous orthopedic focused Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. Intense Anesthesia and critical care training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Hospital in New York. Teaching and mentoring experience. Completed SEAK expert witness training program. Public Speaking Experience. Trial (testifying) and deposition experience for both plaintiff and defense. Medical chart review, consultation and written reporting experience. Consultations with legal teams to assist with the interpretation of medically related case information, associated timelines and standard of care breaches. Former Ketamine Clin...
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Cary Qualia, MD

Glenmont, New York
Pediatric Gastroenterology - upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy, Crohn Disease, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease, eosinophilic esophagitis, liver disease, hepatology, gallbladder disease, pancreatitis, motility disorders, constipation, diarrhea, food allergy, food intolerance, failure to thrive, nutrition
Dr. Qualia is a board certified pediatric gastroenterologist with over 15 years of experience caring for children with a wide variety of gastrointestinal and nutritional disorders at Albany Medical Center in upstate New York, where he is Professor of Pediatrics and Chief of Pediatric Gastroenterology. He has over 10 years of experience as an expert medical witness, during which he's helped plaintiff and defense attorneys achieve the desired outcomes for their clients. Dr. Qualia reviews cases efficiently, provides objective opinions and communicates in a clear and concise manner. A native of New York, Dr. Qualia graduated magna cum laude from State University of New York (SUNY) Binghamton with a BS in Biology. He earned his medical degree and completed his general pediatrics residency at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. Thereafter, he completed a three year pediatric gastroenterology fellowship training program at University of Rochester Medical Center in Rocheste...
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LaKesha Legree, MD

General Anesthesiologist - Ivy League Trained

Dr. Legree Medical Expert Witness Consulting Services

Charlotte, North Carolina
Anesthesiology - Fentanyl, Dental Anesthesia, Upper Endoscopy, Regional Blocks, Ketamine, Cannabis, Difficult airway, Wrongful death, Anesthesia standard of care, Colonoscopy, DUI & anesthesia drugs, Labor & Delivery, Anesthesia outside of the OR, Epidural & Spinal Anesthesia, Propofol, Aspiration, Office Anesthesia, Opioids, CRNA Supervision
Easily accessible,readily available, time-sensitive and responsive. Duke Fellowship Regional Anesthesia recipient. Over 14 years in active clinical practice. University of Notre Dame graduate in South Bend, IN. Weill Cornell- New York Presbyterian Hospital trained in General Anesthesiology. Extensive ultrasound guided regional anesthesia and block placement training at the infamous orthopedic focused Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. Intense Anesthesia and critical care training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Hospital in New York. Teaching and mentoring experience. Completed SEAK expert witness training program. Public Speaking Experience. Trial (testifying) and deposition experience for both plaintiff and defense. Medical chart review, consultation and written reporting experience. Consultations with legal teams to assist with the interpretation of medically related case information, associated timelines and standard of care breaches. Former Ketamine Clin...
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Meade Palmer, MD, MPH, FACS

Expert General Surgery Witness - 30yr Experience

High Point, North Carolina
General Surgery, Critical Care Surgery - Minimally Invasive Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Gastro-intestinal Surgery, Hernia Surgery, Gall Bladder / Cholecystectomy, Colon Surgery, Colon Cancer, Colon Polyps, Diverticulitis, Appendix / Appendectomy, Hemorrhoids, Surgical Infections, Colonoscopy, EGD
Board-certified in general surgery and surgical critical care. Active clinical practice with 30+ years of experience. Clinical Assistant Professor. Fellowship-trained endoscopist, Massachusetts General Hospital-Harvard Medical School affiliation. Fellowship trained trauma and surgical critical care, MIEMSS. Fellow of American College of Surgeons. Experience as risk retention group claims committee chairman, hospital quality, safety and credentials committee member and state board reviewer of standards of care. Retired Major, US Army reserve medical corps and volunteer mission surgeon.
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David R Neiblum, MD, FACP, FACG, AGAF

Excellent communicator, seasoned expert, fast eval

West Chester, Pennsylvania
Gastroenterology - Crohn's, ulcerative colitis, polyps, colon cancer, esophageal cancer, Barrett's, gastric cancer, pancreatic cancer, endoscopy, colonoscopy, perforation, pancreatitis and fluid mgmt, diverticulitis, ulcers, bleeding, PEG tubes, hepatitis, cirrhosis, celiac, GERD
Dr. Neiblum has been a practicing, board-certified gastroenterologist for 29 years, and is the senior partner of a large GI practice in a Philadelphia suburb. He is a fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Gastroenterological Association, and the American College of Physicians, consistently voted a "Top Doc" by Philadelphia Magazine and Castle Connolly, and has personally performed almost 30,000 endoscopic procedures, including diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy, upper endoscopy, and PEG feeding tube placements. He is an expert on current practice guidelines including colonoscopy screening guidelines and appropriate intervals for both high risk (such as those with a family history of cancer, or those with ulcerative colitis) and average risk patients. Dr Neiblum is also an expert on appropriateness of endoscopic and imaging procedures for particular patient complaints, and when such procedures are NOT indicated. In addition, he is an expert on GI b...
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Stacey R Zavala, MD

Gastroenterologist with strong clinical experience

Zavala Medexpert Consulting

Glenside, Pennsylvania
Gastroenterology - Esophageal diseases, Stomach cancer, Barrett’s esophagus, Pancreatic diseases, Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Motility disorders, Endoscopy, Constipation, Esophageal dilation, Diverticulitis, Colonoscopy, Colitis, Inflammatory bowel disease, Liver disease, Colon cancer, Gallstones, Esophageal cancer, Colon polyps, Achalasia, Peptic u
With over 15 years of clinical experience, I bring expertise in gastrointestinal disorders, endoscopy, and colorectal cancer prevention to Zavala MedExpert Consulting. As a board-certified gastroenterologist, I provide impartial, evidence-based medical-legal reviews, leveraging my background in quality assurance and patient safety. My mission is to deliver clarity and professionalism in every case, ensuring adherence to clinical standards while contributing a diverse and balanced perspective to the team. At Zavala MedExpert Consulting, I perform comprehensive case reviews and provide expert witness services, drawing from my extensive experience in QAPI leadership and governance. My work involves monitoring clinical outcomes, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, and delivering clear communication in depositions and testimonies. Additionally, my focus on esophageal disorders and endoscopic procedures enhances my ability to support both plaintiffs and defendants in comp...
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William J Harb, MD

The Colorectal Center

Nashville, Tennessee
Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery - Colonoscopy, Colon Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Proctology, Hemorrhoids, Fecal Incontinence, Anal Fistula, Diverticulitis, Inherited Colon Cancer
I am a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon in private practice since 2006. I have extensive expertise in proctology and anorectal surgery, including hemorrhoidal disease, anal fistulae, fecal incontinence, and have a busy colonoscopy practice. I have experience dealing with many different types of complications related to colorectal surgery, such as abscesses, leaks, and perforations. I have additional expertise in the field of inherited cancers, particularly inherited colon and rectal cancers. Genetic testing is an integral part of my practice and while that is mainly gastrointestinal cancers, I have experience with the genetics of many other inherited cancer syndromes, including breast, ovarian, and uterine cancer syndromes. I do genetic testing in my office and believe that many patients with a family history of colorectal cancer don't get the needed testing..
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Ritha Belizaire, MD FACS FASCRS

General, colorectal and minimally invasive surgeon

Houston Community Surgical

Houston, Texas
Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery - colonoscopy, GI surgery, proctology, pelvic surgery, robotic surgery, colon cancer, rectal cancer, Diverticulitis, Appendectomy, minimally invasive surgery, intestine, colon, rectum, Gallbladder, Cholecystectomy , Appendix, Colostomy, Ileostomy
Dual board certified general and colorectal surgeon in the Houston area. I am an assistant professor of surgery and owner of my solo general and colorectal surgery practice. Extensive experience in academic surgery (OH, NY and TX), resident and medical student education and serving low income/under resourced communities. I take care of patients with disorders of the gallbladder, small bowel, appendix, benign skin and soft tissue, colon, rectum and anus. I am certified in robotic surgery and perform colonoscopy as part of my practice.
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Kyle Dunning, MD

Chief of Surgery/Army Veteran

Ogden Clinic

Ogden, Utah
General Surgery - Hernia, Acute Care Surgery, Emergency Surgery, Complex Hernia Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Informed Consent, Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Gallbladder Surgery, Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, Critcal Care Surgery, Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Laparoscopic Surgery, Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery, Hiatal Hernia Surgery, Military Surgery
Dr. Dunning is the Chief of Surgery at a level 2 trauma center. He is an experienced expert witness in the field of general surgery. He performs a wide variety of general surgery care, including trauma and acute care surgery, breast surgery and advanced laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Dunning has a special interest in complex hernia surgery. He is an Army veteran who served two combat tours as a general surgeon leading Forward Surgical Teams in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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STEPHEN M. COHEN, MD, MBA

Experienced Surgical Expert Witness

Richmond VA MEDICAL CENTER

CHESTERFIELD, Virginia
Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery - COLON CANCER, COLONOSCOPY, DIVERTICULITIS, BOWEL OBSTRUCTION, BLEEDING, FECAL INCONTINENCE, CONSTIPATION, HEMORRHOIDS, NUTRITION, CHOLECYSTITIS, APPENDICITIS, LARGE BOWEL OBSTRUCTION, SMALL BOWEL OBSTRUCTION, ASCITIS, ABSCESS, ANAL FISTULA, RECTAL, CROHN'S, POLYPS, INFLAMMATION
Dr. Stephen Cohen is a double board-certified general and colon and rectal surgeon with over 30 years of clinical experience and the past seven years dedicated to teaching, training, and mentoring physicians at the Hunter Holmes McGuire Veterans Administration Medical Center. In this role, he is actively involved in educating surgical residents and maintaining high standards of care within a complex, high-acuity healthcare system. Dr. Cohen previously practiced in Atlanta, Georgia, where he was the first board-certified colon and rectal surgeon serving the southern crescent region. He developed a reputation for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and for clearly communicating complex medical issues to patients, families, and colleagues—an ability that translates directly to effective expert testimony. A recognized leader in colorectal surgery, Dr. Cohen has extensive experience with advanced and evolving surgical techniques. He has collaborated with physicians nationally...
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Scott Choi, MD

Gastroenterology, Food safety, Pharmaceutical

Gastroenterology Associates, PC

Mclean, Virginia
Gastroenterology, Hepatology - Crohn's disease and colitis, colon polyps, colon cancer, esophageal cancer, Barrett's, gastric cancer, pancreatic cancer, ERCP, Endoscopy, colonoscopy, perforation, pancreatitis, diverticulitis, gastric ulcers, duodenal ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, PEG tubes, hepatitis, cirrhosis, food safety
Dr. Myung (Scott) Choi has been an expert witness for over the past decade, and is currently a partner of Gastroenterology Associates, P.C. in northern Virginia. He provides expert witness work for both defense and plaintiff attorneys. He is board-certified in gastroenterology, and licensed to practice medicine in the state of Virginia. Since 2001, he has practiced gastroenterology and hepatology in both the academic and private practice environments. As an assisitant clinical professor at Metropolitan Hospital in New York city from 2005-2006, he was recognized by the medical students as the best physician-teacher. From 2014-2019, he served in many roles, including: CEO of Gastroenterology Associates, Director of Digestive Disease for Novant Health in northern Virginia, president of Advanced Digestive Care, and a speaker for Allergan and Abbvie. Over the course of his career, he has been recognized as a “Top Doctor” by Washingtonian Magazine, Consumer Checkbook and Northern ...
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Michael Quinn, DO

Fincastle, Virginia
Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology, GI, Colonoscopy, Endoscopy, EGD, ERCP, Alcohol liver disease, GERD/swallowing, Barrett's Esophagus, Crohn's disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Liver disease, Cirrhosis, Diverticulitis, Ulcers, PEG tubes Feeding tubes, Pancreatitis, Gastrointestinal bleeding, Perforation, GI tract cancers
Will provide medical document review, reports, and testimony for both plaintiff and defense attorneys. Board certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine. Performs colonoscopies, EGD (upper GI endoscopy), ERCP, PEG tube/feeding tube insertions and care. Provides teaching to medical students and Internal Medicine residents Will serve as associate program director to a Gastroenterology Fellowship program beginning in July 2024 Easily reachable, available, and quick to respond
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Paul B. Warfield, MD, AGAF

Paul B. Warfield, MD, PLLC

Moses Lake, Washington
Gastroenterology, Hepatology - Colonoscopy, Endoscopy, Colon Cancer, Liver Disease, ERCP, Diseases of the Pancreas, Intestines, Stomach, Esophagus, Gall Bladder, and Bile Ducts, Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Chief of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, VA Medical Center, Charleston, SC, 2018-2019. Board-Certified in Gastroenterology. Johns Hopkins and University of Chicago trained clinician with 30 years practice experience and research experience in clinical trials. Served on the Boards of Directors of two large physician groups. Selected as an AGA fellow February, 2020.
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Mohit Girotra, MD, FASGE, FACG, AGAF, FACP

Interventional Gastroenterologist - Associate Prof

Swedish Medical Center

Seattle, Washington
Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology, Advanced Endoscopy, Pancreas Cancer, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, GI complications, Hepatology, Interventional GI, GI Bleeding, Ulcerative Colitis, Gallbladder, ERCP, GI Oncology, GI surgery, Crohn's Disease, Liver disease, EUS, Stents, Pancreatitis, Colonoscopy, Perforation
Dr. Mohit Girotra is a Consultant Gastroenterologist and Therapeutic/Interventional Endoscopist at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle WA. He is also Associate Professor at the Washington State University/Elson S. Floyd School of Medicine, WA. Prior to this, he was an Associate Professor at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, in Miami, Florida. Dr. Girotra completed his medical school at the Christian Medical College and Hospital in Ludhiana, India before joining the Johns Hopkins University/Sinai Internal Medicine Residency program where he served for an additional year as Chief Resident. During that time, he became invested with activities of the American College of Physicians (ACP) and served as Co-Chair for ACP-Chief Residents Association of Baltimore. He then completed a Gastroenterology and Hepatology fellowship at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), where he was also nominated as the Chief Fellow. He served as GI faculty at UAMS, before pursuing...
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Aimee E. Gough, MD

Wyoming Surgical Associates

Casper, Wyoming
Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery - Colon Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Rectal Cancer, Diverticulitis, Hemorrhoids, Anal Fistula, Anastomotic Leak, Surgical Complications, IBD, Bowel Obstruction, Colonoscopy, Low Anterior Resection, Colon Cancer, Ostomy, Hernia, Appendix, Gallbladder, Adhesions, Fistula
Dr. Aimee Gough is board-certified in Colon and Rectal Surgery as well as General Surgery and has been in independent practice for over five years. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, a clinical instructor at the University of Washington School of Medicine, and an ATLS instructor. She maintains a busy private practice where she practices both colorectal surgery and general surgery (including trauma) - with a focus on minimally invasive surgical care (robotic and laparoscopic) for diseases of the colon and rectum. She also cares for patients with anorectal and pelvic floor disorders. As the only board-certified colon and rectal surgeon in her state, she routinely sees complex patients, inherits and manages complication, and undertakes re-do operations. With experience in medical education and public speaking, Dr. Gough communicates effectively and excels at conveying complicated medical topics in a c...