Dry Needling Expert Witnesses

Phoenix, Arizona

Chiropractic, Acupuncturist - Dry Needling, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Pneumothorax

Dr. Wiegand earned his Bachelor’s in Science in Physiological Science in addition to a Doctorate in Chiropractic from Palmer West. He was the recipient of his class’ Virgil Strang Philosophy Award and holds a Certification in Spinal Trauma (CCST). In his early career, Dr. Wiegand focused on Spinal Corrective Techniques/Spinal Biomechanics and rehabilitation. In private practice, the needs of his patients dictated that he branch out into treating a myriad of musculoskeletal injuries which led to expanding his interventions to include Dry Needling.

Dr. Wiegand has taught over 6,000 hours of Dry Needling to Chiropractors, and he was the first Chiropractor and first recipient of the designation of SFDN (Structure and Function Dry Needling) Advanced Certification. He has performed this technique on thousands of patient visits and it continues to be an integral application in his Phoenix, AZ practice. Today, after 20 years of practice, Dr. Wiegand continues to see patients, consults on o...

Lake Mary, Florida

Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical - Geriatrics, Sports, Private Practice, Personal Injury, Worker’s Compensation, Malpractice, Disability Claims, Contracture Prevention, Rotator Cuff Rehabilitation, Dry Needling, Manual Therapy, Therapeutic Exercise, Neuromuscular Re-education, Gait Training, Therapeutic Activity, Falls, Outpatient, Evaluation, Plan of Care Development

With experience as a licensed physical therapist since 2020, Dr. Daniel Komforti is dedicated to optimizing human performance, particularly in the areas of orthopedic care, geriatric rehabilitation, sports rehabilitation, and private practice. In 2022, Dr. Komforti founded New Horizons Physical Therapy, where he combined evidence-based practices with a personalized touch to help clients reach their peak potential. He now serves as the Clinic Director for Core Values Physical Therapy and Wellness. Dr. Komforti specializes in treating a range of conditions, from musculoskeletal injuries to movement dysfunctions, and is passionate about improving quality of life through movement. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Dr. Komforti has served as an expert witness in several legal cases, including cases involving patient neglect in long-term care facilities, medical malpractice related to rotator cuff repairs, and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). His background in both clinical practice and lega...

Chesterfield, Missouri

Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical - Spinal Manipulation, Dry Needling, Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy, Joint Mobilization, Soft Tissue Mobilization, Soft Tissue Injury, Physical Therapy Utilization, Geriatrics, Joint Replacements, Rotator Cuff Injuries, Whiplash Injuries

Michael Gorman, PhD, PT, DMT, FAAOMPT, CMTPT/DN is an expert clinician, educator, and business owner. Dr. Gorman is regarded as an expert in the field of Physical Therapy with extensive knowledge on current best practices, insurance reimbursement, business regulations, and clinician management. Dr. Gorman has achieved the highest level of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy training recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) as a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT). He has also completed the Dry Needling Certification program through Myopain Seminars. Dr. Gorman served on the APTA of Missouri State Board from 2010-2023, including serving six years as the Vice-President of APTA MO. Dr. Gorman was a private practice physical therapy owner since 2002; during this time growing his company from one to seven locations. In 2017 he successfully sold his practice to a national health care company. He re-entered private practic...

Missoula, Montana

Physical Therapy - Outpatient orthopedics, workman's compensation, MVA, falls, balance, personal injury, chronic pain, dry needling, spine injury, spinal rehab, joint replacements, CRPS

Jessica Chiovaro, PT, DPT is a practicing physical therapist and expert in the field of physical therapy as a practitioner and clinic manager. Jessica has 14 years of clinical experience in the outpatient orthopedic setting. She has extensive experience working with post-operative rehabilitation, geriatrics, spine injuries, chronic pain and acute injuries that are treated on a daily basis. Jessica also has participated in several depositions starting in 2009 and served as an expert witness in trial. Her experience for over 16 years gives her an advantage of explaining medical diagnosis and anatomy to the common person. With meticulous documentation standards in her own practice, these skills will also be delivered to her report writing and research that becomes an asset for both plaintiffs and defense.

Front Royal, Virginia

Chiropractic, Sports Medicine - Chiropractic Expert, Malpractice, Personal Injury, Standard of Care, Expert Witness, Spinal Injury, Injury Causation, Scope of Practice, Worker Compensation, Soft Tissue Injury, Rehabilitation, Manual Therapy, Biomechanics, Sports Injury, Return to Play, Functional Movement, Dry Needling, Stroke, Cervical Manipulation, Expert Testimony

Jeremy Busch, DC, DACBSP®, ICSC®, CCSP®, CSCS, CCEP Expert Witness – Chiropractic Medicine | Sports Injuries | Rehabilitation | Causation Analysis Front Royal, VA | Nationwide Availability (810) 241-2674 | drjbusch@performancesportandspine.com Expertise Overview Board-certified Chiropractic Sports Physician with 19+ years of clinical experience and a specialized focus in chiropractic malpractice, sports medicine, personal injury, and injury causation. Dr. Busch provides expert witness services for both plaintiff and defense in civil litigation, licensing board actions, and insurance audits. Subspecialties & Key Areas of Focus • Chiropractic standard of care and scope of practice • Adverse events from spinal/cervical manipulation • Personal injury & MVA cases: soft tissue trauma, herniations, causation • Worker’s Compensation: impairment ratings, RTW evaluations • Athletic injury & return-to-play decision-making • Rehabilitation protocols & therapeutic ex...