Cosmetic Dermatology Expert Witnesses

Los Angeles, California

Dermatology, Dermatopathology - General dermatology, cosmetic dermatology. dermatopathology, surgical dermatology, pediatric dermatology

Dr. Shear graduated suma cum laude from UCLA. He went to medical at Emory University school of Medicine and did his residency in dermatology at UCLA. He has been a Clinical Professor of Dermatology at USC. He has been an expert witness in numerous malpractice cases involving general dermatology, dermatological surgery, cosmetic dermatology, and dermatopathology.

San Francisco , California

Nurse, Dermatology - Cosmetic Dermatology, Aesthetic Nursing, Stanford AI in Healthcare Certificate.

Registered Nurse with 13 years of clinical experience in cosmetic dermatology and aesthetic medicine, including more than 10,000 laser procedures and 3,000+ neuromodulator injections performed in a high-volume California dermatology practice. Designated Expert Nurse Consultant for the California Board of Nursing since September 2024, reviewing aesthetic and dermatology cases involving deviations from nursing standards of care, documentation failures, and patient safety outcomes. Dual-certified as a Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist (CANS) and Dermatology Nurse Certified (DNC) — a combination held by very few practitioners nationally, reflecting board-recognized mastery across both aesthetic nursing and dermatology. Available for plaintiff and defense matters involving: · Botulinum toxin and neuromodulator adverse events · Dermal filler injuries including vascular occlusion and tissue necrosis · Laser and energy device injuries — 10,000+ procedures performed · Medical spa standard...

Needham, Massachusetts

Dermatology - Cosmetic dermatology, Botox, Dysport, Restylane, Juvederm, Laser, Filler, Medspa, Chemical peels, Nurse Practitioner, Microneedling, standard of care

Rachel Cohen, DCNP, FNP-BC, is a dual board-certified Nurse Practitioner in Family Practice and Dermatology, with over 19 years of clinical experience. She has a specialized focus in dermatology and aesthetic medicine since 2014. She brings a strong foundation in both medical dermatology and cosmetic procedures, including biopsies, cryotherapy, and management of chronic skin conditions, as well as aesthetic treatments such as neurotoxins, dermal fillers, and laser therapies. Rachel currently practices at a private clinic affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital, part of the Mass General Brigham network. She has played a key role in developing aesthetic service lines in private practice settings. Her recognized strengths include clinical documentation, complication management, and patient safety—essential elements in dermatology-related legal cases. Rachel has served as a preceptor to several NP students in the greater Boston area. Rachel offers a meticulous, evidence-based appro...

Cashiers, North Carolina

Dermatology - Mohs Surgery, Skin Cancer, Dermatology, Basal Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Malignant Melanoma, Excision, Reconstruction, Reconstructive Surgery, Laser, Cosmetic Dermatology, Botox, Filler, Hair Removal Lasers, Coolsculpting, Resurfacing Lasers, Moh's Surgery, Melanoma

Dr. Dunbar is a seasoned expert witness, having given opinions in over fifty medico-legal cases. He loves his work as an expert and considers it an essential part of his medical career. Dr. Dunbar received his MD from Emory University School of Medicine where he served as class president. He completed his Internal Medicine internship at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City and his Dermatology Residency at Washington University in St. Louis. After residency, Dr. Dunbar moved back to New York City to complete his ACGME-accredited Mohs Surgery, Cutaneous Oncology, and Cosmetic Dermatology fellowship with acclaimed surgeon and laser expert Dr. David Goldberg. Dr. Dunbar has performed over 11,000 Mohs and skin cancer surgery cases. Dr. Dunbar has appeared on CBS, and been quoted on Good Morning America and the Chicago Tribute. He has published multiple scientific articles in the leading Dermatology journals including the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. JAMA Dermatolo...