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Diverticulitis Expert Witnesses

Diverticulitis 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 diverticulitis. The diverticulitis expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Colon & Rectal Surgery, Critical Care Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Nurse Practitioner, and Trauma Surgery.

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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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Gregory S Campbell, MD FACS

Emergency Acute Care Trauma Surgeon Critical Care

North County Surgical Associates

San Diego, California

Critical Care Surgery, Trauma Surgery - Emergency Surgery, Cholecystitis, Resuscitation, Critical Care, Diverticulitis, Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, Abdominal Surgery, Incarcerated Hernias, Percutaneous Tracheostomy, Appendectomy, Trauma, Bowel Obstruction, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Wound complications, Soft tissue Infections

Dr. Campbell's strength as an expert witness is to simplify complex medical /surgical issues for non medical personel to understand. He has practiced exclusively Trauma and Acute Care since 2004. He prides himself on being up to date with current literature. He is very comfortable speaking in public, and can be on the Defense or Plaintiff side of a case. All charts will be reviewed objectively in critical detail. Board Certified in General Surgery 2000 to present Board Certified in Surgical Critical Care 2002 to present ATLS Instructor/Faculty Primary Focus on Trauma and Acute Care Surgery with complex ICU Resuscitation. Navy Veteran 17 years with multiple overseas deployments as well as serving in Iraq 2003 Member of Western Trauma Association Chief of Surgery Palomar Medical Center 2021 -2023 Chief Of Surgery Elect Palomar Medical Center 2026 -2028 Operating Room Chair 2020 to present Trauma ICU Director 2020 to present Trauma IMC Director 2020- present Trauma Medical Surgical...

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Gregory S Campbell, MD FACS

Emergency Acute Care Trauma Surgeon Critical Care

North County Surgical Associates

Florida

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Branden Wells, MD

HealthAdvise

Gulf Breeze, Florida

Emergency Medicine - Airway management, Acute coronary syndrome, Acute myocardial infarction, Stroke, Bell palsy, Abdominal pain, appendicitis, cholecystitis, diverticulitis, Acute back pain, epidural abscess, cauda equina syndrome, Aortic dissection, Pneumothorax, Pulmonary Embolism, Deep vein thrombosis

Dr. Branden Wells is an Emergency Medicine doctor in Gulf Breeze, Florida. His top areas of expertise are Folliculitis, Boils, Carbuncle, and Gallbladder Disease. Training Medical School University of Florida College of Medicine 1998 Licenses Emergency Medicine in FL

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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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Tracey G Mahfouz, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner/Registered Nurse Emergency Med

Med Pro Plus Inc

Pineville, Louisiana

Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Medicine - Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, Heart Attack, MI, CVA, Stroke, Fracture, Acute Appendicitis, Head Injury, Pneumonia, Ectopic Pregnancy, Torsion-Ovarian/Testicular, Sepsis, Kidney Injury, Pulmonary Embolism, Falls, Pediatrics, Diverticulitis, Laceration, Kidney Stone

With 25 years of experience in the nursing profession, I have the skills, knowledge and background to provide quality expert witness services. I am an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse actively working in Emergency Medicine in both the Emergency Department and Urgent Care settings. I first began my nursing career as a Registered Nurse in 2000, and for 17 years, I worked predominantly in the Emergency Department with contract work in the Intensive Care and Post-Anesthesia Care Units in Central Louisiana and in San Antonio, Texas. I obtained my MSN in 2017 and became a Family Nurse Practitioner certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. The entirety of my employment since that time has been in a 39 bed ER that averages 150 patients per day. I also work in an Urgent Care clinic on a part-time basis. My clinical experience, coupled with my love of research and problem-solving, makes me both equipped and appetent to exceed the expectations required of an expert witness.

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Eric J. Kraut, MD, FACS

General Surgery, Trauma and Critical Care

Eric J Kraut MD LLC

Owings Mills, Maryland

Trauma Surgery, General Surgery - General Surgery, Trauma, Critical Care, abdominal surgery, hernias, laparoscopy, endoscopy, bleeding, sepsis, injuries, intestinal surgery, cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, diverticulitis, wounds, perforations, falls, motor vehicles crash, penetrating injuries

I have been in practice for 28 years. I am an assistant professor at Johns Hopkins University and I am board certified in general surgery and critical care. I have held many administrative positions which involved review of medical care. These include chief of surgery, trauma medical director, medical director of ambulatory surgery center, medical director and founder of a breast cancer center as well as educator of residents and students. I have had a broad experience in my career including both academic and private practices and levels 1, 2 and 3 trauma centers. I have maintained a broad range of skills. My career has included vascular, thoracic, oncologic, advanced laparoscopic and open procedures.

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Eric D Lederman, MD, FASCRS

Tyringham, Massachusetts

Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery - Colon cancer, rectal cancer, diverticulitis, anastomotic leak, bowel obstruction, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, surgical complications, hemorrhoids, anal fissure, fistula, laparoscopy, robotic, minimally invasive, transanal

Dr Lederman is Board Certified in General Surgery and his subspecialty field of Colon and Rectal Surgery, and he is a Fellow of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. For 22 years, he was in a busy private colorectal surgery practice in St. Louis, MO with a focus on minimally invasive colorectal surgery. This included robotic surgery with the da Vinci robot (starting in 2009), laparoscopic surgery, and advanced transanal techniques to treat benign and malignant colorectal diseases. He has broad experience with colorectal cancer, complicated diverticulitis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, bowel obstructions, as well as anorectal disorders such as hemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas, prolapse and fecal incontinence. He has over 20 years experience as an expert witness, both for defense and plaintiffs, providing review, consultation, and testimony both at deposition and trial. He is currently retired from full-time surgical practice, but continues to assist on surgical ca...

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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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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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Qin Rao, MD

Gastroenterology Expert, Cornell, Manhattan NYC

Rao Gastroenterology PLLC

New York, New York

Gastroenterology, Hepatology - Colonoscopy complications, Endoscopy complications, Bowel perforation, GI bleeding, Missed polyps, Pancreatitis, ERCP complications, Bile duct injury, Crohn’s misdiagnosis, Ulcerative colitis, Diverticulitis, Esophageal perforation, GERD, Liver disease, Hepatitis, Celiac disease, GI cancer, Colorectal surgery, Standard of care

Board-Certified Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist practicing at Manhattan Gastroenterology, consistently recognized with 5-star patient reviews for delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Affiliated with Cornell, with ongoing involvement in academic and clinical activities. Experienced in medical record review, case analysis, and expert testimony. Have served as an expert witness for both plaintiffs and defendants, offering balanced, objective opinions on standards of care, delayed or missed diagnosis, procedural complications, and informed consent. Completed medical training at SUNY Downstate College of Medicine, followed by an Internal Medicine Residency and Gastroenterology & Hepatology Fellowship at Stony Brook University Hospital. Board-Certified in Gastroenterology (2021) and Internal Medicine (2018). Educational background includes a Master of Science in Chronic Disease Epidemiology from Yale University and a Bachelor’s degree from Columbia University, providing a s...

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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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Heath A Dorion, MD, FACS

General Surgery-Endoscopy-Trauma-ICU Expert

Surgical Care Review Specialists, LLC

North Lima, Ohio

General Surgery, Trauma Surgery - Surgical Critical Care, Surgical Endoscopy, Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, Complex Hernia Repair, Peritonitis, Bowel Obstruction, Soft Tissue Infection, GI Bleeding, Cholecystectomy, Appendectomy, Colectomy, Damage Control Surgery, Open Abdomen, Traumatic Wounds, Diverticulitis, Splenectomy, Polytrauma, Traumatic Brain Injury

Dr. Dorion is an experienced general surgeon, surgical endoscopist, trauma surgeon, and surgical intensivist with over 23 years of clinical experience at an American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma verified Level 1 Trauma Center. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery in Surgery with added qualifications in Surgical Critical Care. He holds a current, unrestricted medical license in Ohio. Dr. Dorion attended medical school at Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine and completed a General Surgery residency at Mercy Health - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. He completed the prestigious University of Pittsburgh Multidisciplinary Adult Critical Care Fellowship. He is a veteran of the United States Air Force Medical Corps where he served as a staff general surgeon and General Surgery Chief. Dr. Dorion is a lifelong, award-winning surgical educator and physician leader. He is the General Surgery Residency Program Director at St. Elizabeth Youn...

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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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Joshua A. Katz, MD

Memphis, Tennessee

Colon & Rectal Surgery - Colon Cancer, Rectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Crohn‘s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Diverticulitis, Fecal Incontinence, Constipation, Anorectal Abscess, Anal Fistula, Anal Fissure, Hemorrhoids, Condyloma, Anal Dysplasia, Colostomy, Ileostomy, Preoperative Care, Postoperative Care

Dr Katz brings 9 years of surgical training and 20 years of surgical practice to the care of patients with colorectal diseases. He practices robotic, laparoscopic and open abdominal surgery, and anorectal surgery. He is Medical Director of the Wound Ostomy Clinic at St. Francis Hospital, where he cares for patients with ileostomy and colostomy issues. Dr. Katz seeks to care for each patient with the best possible treatment at the proper time. Dr Katz takes pride in using his significant public speaking experience to help people understand challenging medical concepts.

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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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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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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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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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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...