Heart Attack Expert Witnesses

Heart attack 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 heart attack. The heart attack expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Anesthesiology, Aquatics Safety, Cardiovascular Disease, Child Abuse, Correctional Healthcare, Critical Care Medicine, Critical Care Surgery, Electrophysiology, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Hospital Administration, Hospitalist, Internal Medicine, and Interventional Cardiology.

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Nadia Tereshchenko, MS, MD

Jasper, Alabama
Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical Services - Gun Shot Wound, EMS, Paramedic, Appendicitis, ER, ED, Urgent Care, Cardiac, Heart Attack, Stroke, Sepsis, Motor Vehicle Accident, EMT, Trauma, Fracture, Injury, Pneumonia, Dissection, Embolism, Seizure
Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physician with extensive experience working in Emergency Departments of various size and degree of specialization (Rural to Urban, Community to Tertiary) including specialized trauma, stroke and cardiac centers, nationwide. Prior experience as a Paramedic in a busy and high acuity 911 system. EMS Liaison Physician. Developed systems and guidelines for hypothermia and STEMI care with extensive knowledge of guidelines dictating appropriate care. Expertise in Health Care Improvement, Health Policy, Telemedicine, and Patient Decision Making. Actively licensed in CA, CO, OK, WY, PA, NE, NM, TX, ND, ID, FL, AL, MO, LA, IL, TN and MN.
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Abdallah Ajani, MD, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Expert (Adult & Pediatrics)

Ajani Medical Consulting PLLC

Alabama
Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine - Airway management, resuscitation, trauma, myocardial infarct, criminal defense, heart attack, stroke, pediatrics, child abuse/neglect, obstetrics, sepsis, septic shock, pulmonary embolism, delay in diagnosis, wrongful death, vascular access, sedation, elderly care, medication error, nursing home
Dr. Abdallah Ajani is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician currently practicing in Texas. He has experience working with both plaintiff and defense attorneys in medical malpractice and criminal cases throughout the United States. He can provide services involving affidavit of merit, chart review, written report, deposition, trial testimony, and cross-examination preparation. Dr. Ajani makes an intentional effort to provide my opinion in clear and understandable terms with the goal of educating the judge and jury about the medical basis for the facts of the case, as they relate to negligence, causation and damages. As a clinician, Dr. Ajani attended medical school at Boston University and completed a residency program in Emergency Medicine in 2016. Since then, he has worked as a staff physician and instructor at large academic institutions as well as small community hospitals. He has an active state license TX in good standing. Contact by email: abdallah.ajani.md@gmail.c...
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Alabama
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Jared R. Greenholz, MD

Top-Rated Expert in Heart Attack & Trauma Care

Arizona
Emergency Medicine - Emergency Physician, Emergency Medicine, ER, Medical Malpractice, Standards of Care, Trauma, Stroke, Airway Management, Central Line Placement, Heart Attack, Appendicitis, Epidural Abscess, Pulmonary Embolism, Medical Necessity, Head Trauma, Fractures, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Cardiac Resuscitation
Dr. Jared Greenholz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Doctor, who primarily practices in Oakland and Lakeport, California. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified in Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Greenholz graduated from New York Medical College and is currently affiliated with Highland Hospital and Sutter Lakeside Hospital. His specialties include: Trauma, stroke, airway management, central line placement, myocardial infarction, heart attack, appendicitis, epidural abscess, aortic dissection, pulmonary embolism, testicular torsion, ectopic pregnancy, medical necessity, pediatric emergency, head trauma, emergency trauma, fractures, dislocations, rural emergency medicine, headaches, diabetic ketoacidosis, abdominal pain, medical malpractice, standard of care, and cardiac resuscitation.
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Zaza U Atanelov

Emergency Medicine Physician- Cedars Sinai Medical

ZARAMD INC

Arizona
Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine - Trauma- ATLS Instructor, Critical Care, Brain Trauma, Airway Injurys, Burns, Accidental Trauma, Electrocution, Fractures, Orthopedic Injuries, Nerve Pain, Traumatic Brain Injury, Emergency Care, Heart Attack, Cardiac Arrest, Respiratory Arrest, Urgent Care, Radiculopathy, Back pain, Infections, Board Certified
I am a board‑certified Emergency Medicine physician and current attending at Cedars‑Sinai Medical Center with experience teaching trauma and emergency care. I regularly educate and supervise emergency medicine residents, physician assistants, and medical students, serve as an ATLS instructor, and teach trauma evaluation and resuscitation in high‑acuity clinical settings. My teaching background include pediatric emergency medicine lectures, ultrasound lectures, EKG lectures, ATLS/Trauma lectures, bedside instruction, and formal didactics, allowing me to clearly explain standards of care and clinical decision‑making to attorneys, judges, and juries. I bring a practical, evidence‑based approach to case review, report preparation, and testimony grounded in contemporary academic emergency department practice. Topics addressed in cases include: Failure to Diagnose Missed Diagnosis Delayed Diagnosis Pain & Suffering Ischemia Causation Personal Injury Delay in Care Delay in Transfer Nerv...
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Arizona
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Eric Van Moorlehem, MD, FACEP

Renowned Emergency Medicine Specialist

Scottsdale, Arizona
Emergency Medicine - Emergency Medicine, ER, Emergency Room Malpractice, Emergency Department Standard of Care, ER Negligence, Trauma Care, Acute Care Expert, ER Treatment Delay, Critical Care, Stroke Misdiagnosis, Heart Attack, Sepsis, Emergency Room Wrongful Death, Stroke, Pulmonary Embolism, Meningitis, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Eric Van Moorlehem, M.D., is a Physician Executive, board-certified in Emergency Medicine, with 24 years of clinical experience and executive-level leadership. Dr. Van Moorlehem most recently retired as the Executive Vice President and Regional Chief Clinical Officer of the West and Central divisions for Envision Healthcare, a large national multispecialty medical group. His role was responsible for $500M in gross revenues, 110 clinical practices, over 2,500 clinicians, serving 2.5 million annual patient visits in 11 states. Hospital clients included large national, regional, and local health systems, including: UHS Hospitals, Tenet Healthcare, Adventist Health, Lifepoint Health, Banner Health, HonorHealth, Trinity Health, HSHS, Henry Ford, U. of Chicago. Dr. Van Moorlehem possesses a unique background of business experience drawing from his diverse leadership positions ranging from his recent post as EVP/CCO; Integrated Health Ventures board membership (Envision-UHS joint ven...
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Abdallah Ajani, MD, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Expert (Adult & Pediatrics)

Ajani Medical Consulting PLLC

California
Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine - Airway management, resuscitation, trauma, myocardial infarct, criminal defense, heart attack, stroke, pediatrics, child abuse/neglect, obstetrics, sepsis, septic shock, pulmonary embolism, delay in diagnosis, wrongful death, vascular access, sedation, elderly care, medication error, nursing home
Dr. Abdallah Ajani is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician currently practicing in Texas. He has experience working with both plaintiff and defense attorneys in medical malpractice and criminal cases throughout the United States. He can provide services involving affidavit of merit, chart review, written report, deposition, trial testimony, and cross-examination preparation. Dr. Ajani makes an intentional effort to provide my opinion in clear and understandable terms with the goal of educating the judge and jury about the medical basis for the facts of the case, as they relate to negligence, causation and damages. As a clinician, Dr. Ajani attended medical school at Boston University and completed a residency program in Emergency Medicine in 2016. Since then, he has worked as a staff physician and instructor at large academic institutions as well as small community hospitals. He has an active state license TX in good standing. Contact by email: abdallah.ajani.md@gmail.c...
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Shaun D Carstairs, MD DFACMT FACEP

Experienced emergency physician and toxicologist

San Diego, California
Emergency Medicine, Toxicology - toxicology, poisoning, overdose, drug abuse, drug withdrawal, alcohol, urine drug screen, marijuana, fentanyl, opioids, addiction, methamphetamine, medication errors, heart attack, stroke, trauma, myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, snake bites, sepsis
- Triple board-certified in emergency medicine, medical toxicology, and addiction medicine, actively practicing in all 3 specialties - Distinguished Fellow of the American College of Medical Toxicology (DFACMT) and Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP) - Bachelor of Science (BS) with honor from the California Institute Of Technology - Medical degree (MD) from the Uniformed Services University, the nation’s military medical school - Retired US Navy Captain with over 25 years of active duty service - Prior chief medical officer for the US Marine Corps’ 1st Marine Division - Prior residency program director and core faculty for a large emergency medicine residency program - Professor of Military & Emergency Medicine at the Uniformed Services University - More than 50 peer-reviewed publications, textbook chapters, and national/international presentations in the fields of medical toxicology and emergency medicine - Lecturer for the American College of Medical Tox...
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Uri Elkayam, MD

University of Southern California

Los Angeles, California
Cardiovascular Disease - Heart disease, congestive heart failure, cardiac catheterization, CHF, maternal cardiology, coronary artery disease, chest pain, heart attack, myocardial infarction, atrial fibrillation, hypertension, high blood pressure, HTN, arrhythmia, angioplasty, peripartum cardiomyopathy, cardio obstetrics
I am a clinical cardiologist with over 40 years of experience, widely published author and a clinical investigator with national and international reputation. Currently I am a professor of cardiology at the University of southern California. My clinical activities include attending the coronary care unit, the cardiology consult service and the out- patient cardiology clinic at the Los Angeles General medical center, managing a wide spectrum of complex cardiac patients. In addition for over 4 decades I have run a busy program of cardio obstetrics taking care of all pregnant women with cardiovascular conditions at the hospital and at the cardio obstetrics clinic. For almost 35 years I practiced invasive and interventional cardiology and performed thousands of invasive procedures. I have a national and international reputation and have given hundreds of lectures and directed educational programs in the US and around the globe. I was awarded the prestigious American College of Card...
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Joseph L. Klapper, MD

experienced cardiovascular diseases expert witness

Pacific Grove, California
Cardiovascular Disease - cardiology, shortness of breath, high blood pressure, heart attack, heart failure, hypercholesterolemia, myocardial infarction, diabetes, heart disease, chest pain, angina, coronary disease, electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, stress testing, cardiac emergencies, hypertension, troponin, aorta, heart failure
Dr. Klapper is board certified and re-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiovascular Diseases (1998, 2008 and 2018) for cardiovascular diseases and the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons for internal medicine and cardiovascular diseases. Dr. Klapper has held hospital privileges and medical staff appointments at Cedars Sinai Medical Center as well as several Los Angeles area hospitals. In addition, Dr. Klapper has held hospital privileges at Stanford University Hospital in Palo Alto, CA. Dr. Klapper is in active cardiology practice in central California and has held hospital privileges at Hazel Hawkins hospital since 2007. Dr. Klapper has held telemedicine privileges at various Wisconsin hospitals. Dr. Klapper has been providing opinions as a medical expert since 2003 and has been providing deposition and courtroom testimony since 2003. Dr. Klapper has written two books for the public and has served as the vice chief and chief of medicine at Hazel H...
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Amy M. Zheng, MD, M.Phil., CHSE

Doctor- PA/NP Supervision-Insurance Claims

Amy Zheng Consulting

San Diego, California
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - claims, Nurse Practitioner, CPR, Heart Attack, Pulmonary Embolism, Head Injury, Stroke, Aneurysm, Appendicitis, abdominal pain, Trauma, aortic dissection, Covid, Cauda Equina, epidural abscess, supervision, pneumonia, sepsis, insurance, Physician Assistant
Since 2003, Dr. Zheng has practiced across a broad range of clinical environments, including academic medical centers, the Veterans Health Administration, community hospitals, and rural critical access hospitals. She is a board-certified emergency and urgent care physician who remains clinically active. Dr. Zheng has served as an expert witness in matters involving medical malpractice, health insurance reimbursement, and physician assistant and nurse practitioner supervision, and has provided deposition and trial testimony. Dr. Zheng is professor at three universities, including Medical Director of the Point Loma Nazarene University Physician Assistant Program. Since 2013, she has directed one of the largest teamwork exercises in the country, involving more than 350 students and faculty annually across three health professional schools. Her work has been recognized by the San Diego Union-Tribune and the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. She has presented nationally on ...
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Arash Bereliani, M.D., M.S., F.A.C.C.

UCLA School of Medicine and Cedars Sinai Hospital Medical Center

Beverly Hills, California
Cardiovascular Disease - Heart attack, Myocardial infarction, Aortic aneurysm, Heart failure, arrhythmia, Preventive Cardiology, Cardiology, high blood pressure, HTN, stroke, CVA, embolism, Atrial fibrillation, sudden death
Associate Clinical Professor, UCLA School of Medicine Attending Cardiologist, Cedars-Sinai Hospital Medical Center Member, Center of Excellence, Cedars-Sinai Hospital Medical Center Medical Director, Beverly Hills Institute of Cardiology and Preventive Medicine BOOK AUTHOR: "Heart Attack, Will It Happen To Me?", Published in 2019, Celebrity Press. Fellow, American College of Cardiology, Member, American Heart Association Member, American Society of Preventive Cardiology, Member, American College of Physicians Member, American Medical Association. Member, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.
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Brett Halloran, MD, SFHM

Hospitalist, Medical Billing, Medical Necessity

Napa, California
Hospitalist, Medical Billing - Wernicke Encephalopathy, Stroke, Hospital Transfers, Heart attack, Falls, Delirium, Pulmonary embolism, Alcohol withdrawal, Hospital transfers, Pneumonia, Medication side effects, UTI, Renal failure, Medical Billing, Medical Necessity , Abdominal pain, Bed sores, C Diff, Sepsis
Nationally recognized and awarded for contributions to the field of hospital medicine. Extensive experience in medical necessity as a physician advisor. Dr. Halloran is board certified in internal medicine and in active practice as a hospitalist in Northern California at a referral center hospital with high severity of illness. He listens to patients and specializes in complex, challenging cases. He also serves as regional medical director for utilization management. Dr. Halloran is an expert in medical billing and medical necessity. He has served as UM medical director and physician advisor for a large regional health care entity. In that capacity, he has reviewed thousands of charts for medical necessity. In addition to more than 15 years of clinical experience at the bedside as a hospitalist and many years as medical director, Dr. Halloran has 10+ years of experience as an expert. Dr Halloran has served as an expert in hundreds of cases, with particular expertise in commun...
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Grace Lozinski, MD

HealthAdvise

Newport Beach, California
Internal Medicine, Hospitalist - Pulmonary Diseases, asthma, inhalational disorders, DVT, lung infections, COPD, COVID, Aspiration Pneumonia Disability, Cardiovascular Disease, Chest Pain, Ischemic Heart Disease, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Attack, Cardiac Arrest, Pacemaker, Sepsis, Stroke, Anticoagulation, Blood Thinner, GI Bleed
Dr. Grace Lozinski, MD is an internist in Newport Beach, CA specializing in internal medicine (adult medicine) and hospital medicine (hospitalist). In her 24 years of experience, Dr. Lozinski has specialized in treating patients with Chronic Kidney disease, high cholesterol, Ischemic Heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Lozinski served as Chief Quality Officer for a nationally ranked health care system in Southern California for five years. She provided clinical leadership over quality and optimization of clinical services. She has expertise in hospital operations and key initiatives such as patient safety, transitions of care, mortality reduction, readmission reduction and organizational process improvement. Education &Training Medical School New York Medical College class of 2000 Residency UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Internal Medicine 2000-2003 Certification & Licensure CA State Medical License 2002-2025 American Board of Internal Medicine Profes...
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Aman Saw, MD

Heart Diseases & Interventional Care Specialist

Pleasanton, California
Interventional Cardiology - Congestive Heart Failure, Cardiopulmonary Disorders, Acute Myocardial Infarction, Atrial Fibrillation, Coronary Artery Disease, Cardiomyopathy, Cardiovascular Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Cardiac Stents, Hyperlipidemia, PTCA, Angioplasty, Interventional Cardiology, Coronary Angiography, Heart Attack, Medical Malpractice
Dr. Aman Saw is a board-certified interventional cardiologist who has been practicing for over ten years. He has experience in clinical and administrative cardiology serving as Medical Director of the Echocardiography & Cardiac Catheterization laboratory. Dr. Saw has been involved with community health systems in creating county-wide standards for cardiac care in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Specialty areas include; Congestive Heart Failure, Cardiopulmonary Disorders, Acute Myocardial Infarction, Atrial Fibrillation, Congestive Heart Failure, Coronary Artery Disease, Cardiomyopathy, Cardiovascular Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Cardiac Stents, Hyperlipidemia, PTCA, Angioplasty, Interventional Cardiology, Coronary Angiography, Coronary Artery stenting, Atherosclerosis, Medical Malpractice, Standards of Care, and Heart Attack.
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Amanda Jordan, MD, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Physician

California
Emergency Medicine - trauma, assault, toxicology, stroke, MI, fracture, concussion, heart attack, pulmonary embolism, appendicitis, sepsis, pneumonia, motor vehicle collision, DKA, abdominal pain, medical necessity
I am a full-time clinical practitioner of emergency medicine, am board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine, and am a fellow of the American College of Emergency Practitioners. I have been in practice for over 17 years and have extensive experience at multiple practice levels, including level 1 trauma centers, teaching facilities, critical access emergency rooms, and free-standing emergency rooms. I am ACLS and PALS certified. I have actively taught and supervised medical students, residents, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants throughout my 17 years of clinical and teaching practice. I graduated cum laude with a degree in Zoology from University of Texas, attended medical school at University of Texas Medical Branch and was a chief resident of the emergency medicine program at University of Texas Southwestern. Teaching Experience • Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix • Clinic...
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Chris Burke, MD, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Expert Witness

California
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Airway Management, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Heart Attack, Stroke, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Trauma, Ectopic Pregnancy, Critical Care, Torsion (ovarian, testicular), Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims, Aortic Aneurysm
I am Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM). My current clinical practice is a high volume community hospital in a major metropolitan area. ED volume >80k patients per year. I am recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. Well versed in the standard of care in Emergency Medicine as a full time practicing physician. Experience with credentials committee at community hospitals. I also hold a clinical faculty position at the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine at Washington State University. Trusted to provide impartial and comprehensive evaluations based on the facts of the case. I assist plaintiff and defense medical malpractice attorneys establish the standard of care, and identify breaches in compliance. Experienced in preparing strategies in defense of litigation for health system attorneys, as well as reviewing third party claims and independent QA reviews. I offer a complimentary introductory video call at your conveni...
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Frederick J Skilton, M.D.

Emergency Medicine

San Diego, California
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Stroke and TIA, Myocardial Infarction and Heart Attack, Aortic Dissection, Sepsis, Airway Management, Appendicitis, Trauma, COPD and Asthma, Fractures, Mental Health, Addiction, Socioeconomic, Abdominal Pain, Headache, Subarachnoid Hemorrage, Brain Bleed, Blood Clots, Injury, Pain and Suffering, Failure to Diagnose
I am a board certified Emergency Medicine physician with extensive experience in many different areas of clinical practice, from Level 1 Tertiary Academic Emergency Departments to small community hospitals. Through mentoring, SEAK training, experience, and research I have developed a strong understanding to the intricacies of the medical-legal system, and the long-term commitment and persistence required to be an effective medical expert. I began my medical career in 2014 as a US Navy Physician, serving as Flight Surgeon and medical department head with a Marine Corps squadron. During deployment overseas, with over 2500 Navy and Marine personnel, I served as sole Flight Surgeon, ensuring our Marine and Navy pilots maintained flight and combat readiness. Working in mainly medically austere environments, my duties included care for acute and emergent conditions, mass casualty operations, coordinating MedEvac transport, and medical support for real-world combat missions, for which I ...
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Miguel A Gutierrez, MD, FACEP

Military & Community Emergency Medicine Physician

San Diego, California
Emergency Medicine, Military - Minority, Academic, Military, Diving Medicine, Community Medicine, Overseas, Executive Medicine, Urgent Care, Telemedicine, Resident Supervision, Stroke and TIA, Fracture, Failure to Diagnose, Abdominal Pain, Chest Pain, Appendicitis, Infection, Headache, Heart Attack, Trauma
- Board-certified in Emergency Medicine - Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP) - Bachelor of Science (BS) Chemistry with minor in Biochemistry from Duke University - Medical degree (MD) from the Uniformed Services University, the nation’s military medical school - Retired US Navy Captain with over 25 years of active duty service - Full time expert clinician with broad clinical experiences encompassing academic, community, rural, and overseas hospitals - Extensive combat trauma experience with deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan serving as Trauma Tram Leader for complex trauma resuscitations - Prior Chair Emergency Medicine Department community military hospital with over 60,000 annual visits - Prior Chair Credentials Committee military community hospital responsible for oversight of credentialing and privileging for hospital’s approximately 800 medical licensed practitioners. As chair, responsible for advising Privileging Authority on privileging recomm...
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Lauren Donnelly, D.O.

Emergency Medicine Physician

Encinitas, California
Emergency Medicine - Sepsis, Stroke, Heart Attack, Abdominal Pain, Cellulitis, Fracture, Emergency Stabilization, Cardiac Arrest & CPR, Pneumonia, Necrotizing Infections, Pulmonary Embolism, Head Injury, Resident Supervision, Vascular Emergencies, UTI, Meningitis, Back Pain, Drug Abuse, Overdose, Airway management
Dr. Lauren Donnelly is an actively practicing, board-certified Emergency Medicine physician with more than 14 years of experience in both community and academic settings. She completed her Emergency Medicine residency training at Hahnemann Hospital / Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, where she served as Chief Resident. Dr. Donnelly currently serves as the Assistant Program Director and Clerkship Director for the Emergency Medicine residency at Southwest Healthcare Medical Education Consortium (MEC), a large community-based academic program training 36 emergency medicine residents. In these leadership roles, she is extensively involved in physician education, clinical supervision, competency assessment, and professional standards, providing her with deep expertise in emergency department operations, resident supervision, and standard-of-care expectations. She has been an active member of her hospital’s Ethics Committee for over five years, contributing to ins...
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Georgine Nanos, MD, MPH

Experienced Family Medicine Expert

Encinitas, California
Family Medicine, Mental Health - Women's Health, Depression, Back Pain, Failure to Diagnose, Failure to Refer, Cancer Screening, Cancer Detection, Heart attack, Stroke, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Supervision of Physician Assistants, Trauma, Pneumonia, Wound Care, Diabetes, Hypertension, Covid-19 Expert, Telemedicine Expert, Med Spa
Dr. Georgine Nanos is a board-certified Family Physician and medical director with more than twenty-two years of clinical practice across primary care, women’s health, hormone therapy, obesity medicine, mental-health care, TMS and neuromodulation, and aesthetic medicine. She has managed thousands of patients across all age groups and brings deep expertise in diagnostic decision-making, cancer and cardiovascular screening, GLP-1 and hormone therapy safety, aesthetic-procedure standards, and complex medication management. She is known for producing clear, well-supported, and highly defensible expert reports, along with confident and credible deposition and trial testimony. Her ability to translate complex medical issues into clear, understandable explanations makes her an effective expert for both plaintiff and defense counsel. Dr. Nanos maintains prompt communication, a reasonable fee schedule, and a professional, organized approach to every case. PRIMARY CARE AND DIAGNOSTIC ERROR ...
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Andy S Barnett, MD

Emergency Medicine - Double Boarded EM/FM

California
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Trauma, Stroke, Heart Attack, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Aeromedical transfer, EMS, Airway management, Torsion (ovarian/testicular), Ectopic Pregnancy, Rural Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Colon Perforation, Wrongful Death, Delayed Diagnosis, Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims Denial
Dual Board-Certified in Emergency Medicine & Family Medicine: This unique combination qualifies me to serve as a "same specialty" expert witness in states with such requirements, particularly for cases evaluating the standard of care for Family Physicians in emergency or urgent care settings. Extensive Clinical Practice: Over 20 years of continuous practice treating more than 20,000 patients in the full spectrum of clinical environments, from 2-bed rural facilities to high-volume Level 1 Trauma Centers. I maintain an active practice in a busy, urban hospital Emergency Department. Proven Medical & Quality Assurance Leadership: Held key leadership roles including Medical Director, Quality Assurance Director, and National Clinical Steering Chair for a large national urgent care corporation. Served as Chair of a Health System Peer Review Committee and as a longstanding member of a Level 1 Trauma Center's Credentials Committee. Specialized Endoscopy Expertise: 20 years of ongoing expe...
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Christopher Lee Taicher, MD

Harvard Emergency Medicine Witness Expert

Christopher Taicher MD PC

Ventura, California
Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine - Sepsis, MI, Respiratory failure, Intubation, Pediatric, Stroke, Heart attack, Pneumonia, Hypoxia, Intracranial hemorrhage , Cancer, Abdominal pain, Airway, Trauma, Shock, Emergency, Appendicitis, Aspiration, ECG, Septic shock
Christopher Taicher, MD, is a Harvard-trained, board-certified emergency medicine physician who provides expert witness services, medical-legal chart review, and standard-of-care analysis in emergency and acute care matters. He completed emergency medicine residency nearly a decade ago through the Harvard Affiliated Emergency Medicine Residency at Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, after receiving an internal medicine degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center. He earned his MD from the University of Vermont College of Medicine. Dr. Taicher has practiced across an unusually broad spectrum of hospital environments, from elite academic centers to high-volume community emergency departments and teaching hospitals. His attending experience includes Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Centinela Hospital Medical Center, Providence Saint John’s Health Center, Southern California Hospital Medical Center, and Ventura County Medical Cente...
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Jared R. Greenholz, MD

Top-Rated Expert in Heart Attack & Trauma Care

Forest Knolls, California
Emergency Medicine - Emergency Physician, Emergency Medicine, ER, Medical Malpractice, Standards of Care, Trauma, Stroke, Airway Management, Central Line Placement, Heart Attack, Appendicitis, Epidural Abscess, Pulmonary Embolism, Medical Necessity, Head Trauma, Fractures, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Cardiac Resuscitation
Dr. Jared Greenholz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Doctor, who primarily practices in Oakland and Lakeport, California. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified in Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Greenholz graduated from New York Medical College and is currently affiliated with Highland Hospital and Sutter Lakeside Hospital. His specialties include: Trauma, stroke, airway management, central line placement, myocardial infarction, heart attack, appendicitis, epidural abscess, aortic dissection, pulmonary embolism, testicular torsion, ectopic pregnancy, medical necessity, pediatric emergency, head trauma, emergency trauma, fractures, dislocations, rural emergency medicine, headaches, diabetic ketoacidosis, abdominal pain, medical malpractice, standard of care, and cardiac resuscitation.
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Zaza U Atanelov

Emergency Medicine Physician- Cedars Sinai Medical

ZARAMD INC

Los Angeles, California
Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine - Trauma- ATLS Instructor, Critical Care, Brain Trauma, Airway Injurys, Burns, Accidental Trauma, Electrocution, Fractures, Orthopedic Injuries, Nerve Pain, Traumatic Brain Injury, Emergency Care, Heart Attack, Cardiac Arrest, Respiratory Arrest, Urgent Care, Radiculopathy, Back pain, Infections, Board Certified
I am a board‑certified Emergency Medicine physician and current attending at Cedars‑Sinai Medical Center with experience teaching trauma and emergency care. I regularly educate and supervise emergency medicine residents, physician assistants, and medical students, serve as an ATLS instructor, and teach trauma evaluation and resuscitation in high‑acuity clinical settings. My teaching background include pediatric emergency medicine lectures, ultrasound lectures, EKG lectures, ATLS/Trauma lectures, bedside instruction, and formal didactics, allowing me to clearly explain standards of care and clinical decision‑making to attorneys, judges, and juries. I bring a practical, evidence‑based approach to case review, report preparation, and testimony grounded in contemporary academic emergency department practice. Topics addressed in cases include: Failure to Diagnose Missed Diagnosis Delayed Diagnosis Pain & Suffering Ischemia Causation Personal Injury Delay in Care Delay in Transfer Nerv...
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

California
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Patrick T Laughlin, MD

Regional Anesthesiology & Acute Pain Management

USAP Colorado

Wheat Ridge, Colorado
Anesthesiology - Regional Anesthesia, Acute Pain Management, Obstetric Anesthesia, Trauma Anesthesia, Thoracic Anesthesia, Anticoagulation, Neuraxial anesthesia, Epidural hematoma , Epidural abscess, Paresthesia, Neuropraxia, Nerve Injury, Nerve damage, Infection nerve block, Heart attack, Dental injury , Postop blindness, Hypotension, Stroke, Numbness
I am a fellowship trained expert in regional anesthesiology & acute pain management from the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City, currently working in Denver, Colorado. My areas of expertise include orthopedics, spine, genitourinary, labor & delivery, and trauma surgical cases, as well as acute pain management for a variety of different patient populations. I have worked with peer review committees, am the chairman of several different orthopedic surgical programs, and am currently the head of trauma anesthesia at AdventHealth Littleton. Along with a committee of other fellowship trained regional anesthesiologists, I organize two different sets of block workshops every year to bring my partners up to date on current updates in regional anesthesiology and current standards of care for the aforementioned surgical specialties. We, as said committee, are dedicated to ensuring that our entire group practices the most up to date, safe, and effective anesthesia techniques for...
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Bilal Aijaz, MD

Academic Cardiology and Vascular Physician

Bilal Aijaz MD PLLC

Greenwood Village, Colorado
Cardiovascular Disease, Vascular Surgery - Interventional Cardiology, General Cardiology, Vascular Medicine, Endovascular Interventions, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Limb ischemia, Coronary angiography, Heart valve disorders, Coronary angiography complications, Myocardial infarction, Heart Attack, Arterial dissection, Acute coronary syndrome, coronary artery disease
I am a licensed physician and quadruple board-certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology, Endovascular Medicine (American Board of Endovascular Medicine), and Internal Medicine. I am in full-time clinical practice at a major academic medical center, where I diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions involving the heart and vascular system. My work involves minimally invasive cardiovascular and endovascular procedures with a focus on patient safety, evidence-based practice, and clear communication. My areas of expertise include: Coronary artery disease (CAD), Peripheral artery disease (PAD), Endovascular procedures and complications, Angiography and stent placement, Myocardial infarction, Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), closure of patent foramen ovale (PFO), Acute coronary syndromes I am dedicated to improving healthcare delivery, reducing medical errors, and ensuring high standards of care. In addition to my clinical practice, I provide expert...
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Victor Adan, MD

Emergency Medicine Physician

Buena Vista, Colorado
Emergency Medicine - Abdominal Pain, Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Chest Pain, Emergency Medicine, Family Physicians in Emergency Medicine, Heart Attack, Myocardial Infarction, Pulmonary Embolism, Rural Emergency Medicine, Shortness of Breath, Stroke, Torsion, Trauma
I am a practicing emergency physician with over 28 years of clinical experience, including over 17 years of emergency department medical director experience. I am currently a full-time emergency physician at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center in Salida, Colorado. I am licensed as a physician to practice medicine in Colorado, North Carolina, and Georgia. I graduated magna cum laude from Berry College in 1988 with a bachelor’s of science degree in biology and chemistry. I attended the Medical College of Georgia, graduating with a doctorate in medicine in 1993. I completed a three-year residency in family medicine at The Medical Center in Columbus, Georgia, in 1996, and a one-year fellowship in rural emergency medicine with the University of Tennessee Department of Family Medicine-Memphis in Covington, Tennessee, in 1999. I am board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine since 1996, and by the American Board of Physician Specialties Board of Certification in Emer...
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Noah T Kaufman, MD

ER MD | 20+ Yrs | Expert Witness | Objective Voice

Kaufman Medical Group, Inc.

Denver, Colorado
Emergency Medicine, Hospitalist - Sepsis, heart attack, stroke, trauma, standard of care, CHF, negligence, medical malpractice, causation, emergency medicine, abuse, chart review, trial testimony, prison, wrongful death, nursing home, testimony, medical legal review, Abscess, Pain and Suffering
Dr. Kaufman is Board Certified in Emergency Medicine and has provided opinion and deposition on numerous difficult cases for both sides. He remains in the minority of physicians his age who have never personally been sued for medical malpractice. Dr. Kaufman is a frequent on-air Medical Expert for the Denver NBC and CBS affiliates (see video at www.kaufmanmedicalgroup.com). As a Peer Review committee member and 15 year hardened Emergency Medicine Attending Physician, Dr. Kaufman has deep experience providing care at many different types of emergency medical practices and all different volumes and levels of acuity. Dr. Kaufman has experience teaching Emergency Medicine residents and medical school students. He has also written numerous published articles on physician networks/blogs. Letters of referral from attorneys available on request. Dr. Kaufman is punctual and thorough and has numerous attorney testimonials and repeat consultations and is the go-to expert for several large...
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Kelsey Flint, MD, MSCS

Cardiology and Advanced Heart Failure Physician

Kelsey Flint MD PLLC

Denver, Colorado
Cardiovascular Disease - cardiology, heart failure, cardiomyopathy, heart attack, myocardial infarction, hypertension, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, hyperlipidemia, atrial fibrillation, chest pain, cardiac rehabilitation, coronary artery disease, left ventricular assist device, echocardiogram, electrocardiogram
I am a licensed physician and cardiologist triple-boarded in Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine in active clinical practice. I treat a wide range of conditions within general cardiology and advanced heart failure including hypertension, diagnosis and surveillance of aortic aneurysm, coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, heart attack (myocardial infarction), heart failure, and pre-operative cardiac assessment (a.k.a. “cardiac clearance”). - I serve as an Expert Witness for both Defense and Plaintiff. - 2-6 week or less turnaround time for initial opinion in most cases. Please reach out to schedule a free 15-minute conversation to ensure I am a good fit for your case and your firm. contact@kelseyflintmd.com www.kelseyflintmd.com cell - 303-681-8596 My CV and Expert Witness Fee Schedule are available upon request.
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Jessica Anchor-Samuels, MD

Internal Medicine Expert- 2 Ivy League degrees

West Hartford, Connecticut
Internal Medicine, Preventive Medicine - primary care, standard of care, delayed diagnosis, colon cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, cervical cancer, Internist, missed diagnosis, heart disease, heart attack, diabetes, inappropriate care, cancer screening, anemia, telemedicine, risk factors, preventative care, hypertension
Dr. Anchor-Samuels is a Brown University trained Internal Medicine physician and a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine with board certifications in Massachusetts and Connecticut. She has significant experience in clinical medicine, as well as medical legal consulting. She has been praised for her ability to explain complex medical issues in an easy to understand manner. She has consulted, both for medical record review and as an expert witness, on numerous cases for both plaintiff and defense. She has also worked directly with insurance companies to review cases in anticipation of potential litigation. She has extensive experience with cases of delayed/missed diagnosis of prostate cancer, lung cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, heart disease and diabetes, among others. She also has significant experience with supervising physician assistants/associates and nurse practitioners.
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Connecticut
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Delaware
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Carl A Dragstedt, DO, FACC

Dragon Oaks Consulting, LLC

Alachua, Florida
Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine - Myocardial Infarction, Heart Attack, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Sudden Cardiac Death, Cardiac Arrest, Chest Pain, Atrial Fibrillation, Anticoagulation, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Congestive Heart Failure, Arrhythmia, Aneurysm, Pacemaker, Cardiac Catheterization, Blood Thinner, IME
Dr Dragstedt is a featured speaker and guest lecturer both domestically and internationally and has numerous academic publications in the field of Cardiovascular Medicine. He is Board-Certified by the ABIM in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Interventional Cardiology, and is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. He is a former full-time faculty member at the University of Florida in Gainesville, where he now serves as an Adjunct Clinical Professor. He maintains licensure in Florida, New York, Arizona, and Georgia. He is a Peer Reviewer for the journal Clinical Cardiology and serves as a consultant for the Agency for HealthCare Administration for the State of Florida. Dr Dragstedt’s areas of expertise include all aspects of Cardiovascular Medicine across a broad array of clinical conditions. He provides Expert Review, Summary, Deposition, and Testimony on behalf of defense and plaintiff clients nationwide.
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Jessica Anchor-Samuels, MD

Internal Medicine Expert- 2 Ivy League degrees

Florida
Internal Medicine, Preventive Medicine - primary care, standard of care, delayed diagnosis, colon cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, cervical cancer, Internist, missed diagnosis, heart disease, heart attack, diabetes, inappropriate care, cancer screening, anemia, telemedicine, risk factors, preventative care, hypertension
Dr. Anchor-Samuels is a Brown University trained Internal Medicine physician and a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine with board certifications in Massachusetts and Connecticut. She has significant experience in clinical medicine, as well as medical legal consulting. She has been praised for her ability to explain complex medical issues in an easy to understand manner. She has consulted, both for medical record review and as an expert witness, on numerous cases for both plaintiff and defense. She has also worked directly with insurance companies to review cases in anticipation of potential litigation. She has extensive experience with cases of delayed/missed diagnosis of prostate cancer, lung cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, heart disease and diabetes, among others. She also has significant experience with supervising physician assistants/associates and nurse practitioners.
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Brian E Ackerman, MD

Boca Raton, Florida
Emergency Medicine - Excited Delirium, Overdose, Ketamine, Bowel Obstruction, Perforation, Sepsis, Stroke, Ischemic Bowel, Torsion, Heart Attack, Compartment Syndrome, Open Fracture, Ectopic Pregnancy, Covid, Head Injury, Suicide, Psychiatric Clearance, Medical Clearance, Pulmonary Embolism, Dissection
I am an actively practicing full-time Emergency Medicine Physician since completing my residency in 2012. I have worked in a number of high acuity community emergency departments since getting board certified, and currently work primarily at Delray Medical Center, a top Florida hospital (recipient of the Healthgrades America’s 50 Best Hospitals Award, 2007-2020). I have extensive experience working at a hospital that serves multiple roles in my community including functioning as a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, Nationally Ranked Heart Center, Psychiatric-Hold Receiving Facility. In addition to the above clinical work, I am also an affiliate assistant professor for the FAU Emergency Medicine Residency Program. I have received teaching awards for my involvement in the program, and am involved in the clinical competency committee, helping to determine if residents have developed the skills and knowledge to advance in their training. Lastly, I am...
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Amanda Jordan, MD, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Physician

Florida
Emergency Medicine - trauma, assault, toxicology, stroke, MI, fracture, concussion, heart attack, pulmonary embolism, appendicitis, sepsis, pneumonia, motor vehicle collision, DKA, abdominal pain, medical necessity
I am a full-time clinical practitioner of emergency medicine, am board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine, and am a fellow of the American College of Emergency Practitioners. I have been in practice for over 17 years and have extensive experience at multiple practice levels, including level 1 trauma centers, teaching facilities, critical access emergency rooms, and free-standing emergency rooms. I am ACLS and PALS certified. I have actively taught and supervised medical students, residents, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants throughout my 17 years of clinical and teaching practice. I graduated cum laude with a degree in Zoology from University of Texas, attended medical school at University of Texas Medical Branch and was a chief resident of the emergency medicine program at University of Texas Southwestern. Teaching Experience • Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix • Clinic...
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Terrell E. J. Swanson, MD, FAWM

Experienced ER expert, full-time clinical practice

Swanson Emergency Medical Services

Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Emergency Medicine - Stroke, Heart Attack, Myocardial Infarction (MI), Sepsis, Appendicitis, Spinal Abscess, Pulmonary Embolism (PE), Aortic Dissection, Bougie, Ischemic Bowel, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Pneumonia, Infections, Freestanding ER, Testicular Torsion, Hypothermia, Dive Medicine, Heat Stroke, High Altitude Illness
Board-certified Emergency Medicine Physician in full-time active clinical practice. Experienced expert witness at both deposition and trial, and has reviewed over 100 legal cases as a consulting expert. Clinical experience includes trauma centers, academic institutions, community settings, freestanding EDs, and rural hospitals. Experienced teacher of Emergency Medicine resident physicians. Co-inventor of a novel endotracheal device (RSI Prime, LLC; patent pending) that incorporates an adapted carbon dioxide detector with a modified bougie (an adjunct for difficult airways). Serves as an initial medical malpractice case reviewer for TeamHealth, the largest national physician staffing agency in the United States, since 2024. In early 2026, was named the case reviewer supervisor (Associate Director of Litigation Support), responsible for recruiting, hiring, and onboarding of case reviewers, as well as quality control of case reviews. Additionally, fellowship-trained by the Academy o...
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Florida
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Kayur V Patel, MD, MRO, FACP, FAAPL, FACHE, FACEP

Naples, Florida
Emergency Medicine, Hospital Administration - Stroke, Pulmonary Embolism, Hospital Administration, ED Medical Director, Hospital Negligence, Central Line Placement, Heart Attack, Appendicitis, Sepsis, Aneurysm, Blood Clots, Pneumonia, Emergency Medicine, Thoracic Aortic Dissection (TAD), Hospital Standard of Care, CMO, Systemic Failure, CVA, TPA Window, Medical Expert Witness
Emergency Medicine • Chief Medical Officer • Healthcare Leadership Clinically active Emergency Medicine physician with dual training in Emergency and Internal Medicine, and a distinguished track record in executive leadership roles. I bring deep expertise in both frontline care and healthcare system oversight, with a focused interest in identifying and analyzing the root causes of systemic medical errors to improve quality and patient safety. Former Chief Medical Officer of a 278-bed hospital Medical Director – Emergency Medicine & Occupational Health Consultant to KEPRO (QIO for over 30 states) – Standard of Care Evaluations Frequent CME Speaker on “The Anatomy of Systemic Errors” Fellow of American College of Physicians (FACP) Fellow of American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP) Fellow of American Association for Physician Leadership (FAAPL) Fellow of American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE)
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Christopher Wenger, DO, FACC, FNLA

Noninvasive Cardiology Expert Witness

Florida
Cardiovascular Disease, Preventive Medicine - General cardiology, Preventive cardiology, Coronary artery disease, Chest pain, Echocardiography, Stress testing, Acute coronary syndrome, Heart attack, Myocardial infarction, Atrial fibrillation, Cholesterol, Clinical lipidology, Hypertension, Lipoprotein (a)
-Board certified in Cardiovascular Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, Adult echocardiography, and Clinical lipidology. -Award-winning clinical physician. -Award-winning physician educator. -Published author in various medical journals. -Active committee member of two national medical organizations. -Experienced speaker to the public, media, and medical professionals on various topics of cardiovascular and preventive medicine, clinical lipidology, and industry-sponsored pharmacotherapy. -Currently serving as the medical director of preventive cardiology for a health system that spans 5 counties in Pennsylvania.
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Vu H Tran, MD

Emergency Medicine Physician, Academic Faculty

Vu Huy Tran, MD PA

Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Emergency Medicine, Ultrasound - Trauma, Critical Care, Sepsis, Brain Injury, Cardiac Arrest, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Heart Attack, Stroke, Congestive Heart Failure, Pulmonary Embolism, Head Injuries, Fractures and dislocations, Seizures, Abdominal Pain, Appendicitis, Aortic Dissection, Drug Overdose, Failure to Diagnose
As a board-certified emergency medicine physician with extensive clinical experience, I bring a unique blend of medical expertise and specialized training in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). Having completed a fellowship in POCUS, I have a deep understanding of this essential diagnostic tool, enabling me to provide precise, real-time assessments in critical situations. In addition to my clinical practice, I serve as an educator, teaching emergency medicine residents and medical students the latest techniques in emergency care and ultrasound diagnostics. My academic involvement ensures that I remain at the forefront of emergency medicine and point of care ultrasound innovations, always up-to-date with the latest protocols and advancements in emergency medicine, trauma, and critical care. I offer expert medical consultations and case reviews for attorneys, providing detailed insights into a wide range of emergency conditions. Whether for personal injury, medical malpractice, or oth...
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Anthony G Stanley, MD

North Miami, Florida
Urgent Care Medicine, Emergency Medicine - trauma, stroke, heart attack, myocardial infarction, MI, pulmonary embolism, PE, sepsis, appendicitis, airway management, internal medicine, head injury, concussion, epidural abscess, foreign body removal, chest pain, wound care, infections, abdominal pain, testicular torsion
Emergency Medicine Physician in active clinical practice. 30+ years of clinical experience in both Emergency Room and Urgent Care settings. Holder of 2 US Medical Device Patents, specializing in performance safety in foreign body removal, measuring wound site damage, and suturing.
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Luke C Williams, MD

Expert: Emergency, Hospitalist, Outpatient.

Saint Petersburg, Florida
Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine - STEMI, SEPSIS, STROKE, CARDIAC ARREST, SEPTIC SHOCK, CRITICAL CARE, Hypertension, Aneurysm, blood clot, pulmonary embolism, aortic dissection, cancer, spinal abscess, chest pain, heart attack, EMTALA, primary care, hospitalist, emergency
Dr. Luke Williams, MD is a board-certified internal medicine physician with over a decade of experience in emergency medicine, hospitalist care, and outpatient primary care. He brings a comprehensive understanding of acute and chronic medical conditions across a wide range of clinical settings. Dr. Williams currently leads a medical practice focused on preventive health and personalized care for both men and women. In addition, he is still active in the emergency department; currently working at Baypines Veterans Affairs ER in St. Petersburg, FL. His background includes extensive experience in high-acuity environments, complex diagnostic decision-making, and coordination of inpatient and outpatient treatment plans. Dr. Williams also serves as a medical expert witness for the State of Florida, providing objective, evidence-based evaluations in cases involving standard of care, emergency treatment protocols, delayed diagnoses, medication errors, and medical negligence. He is known ...
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Andy S Barnett, MD

Emergency Medicine - Double Boarded EM/FM

Florida
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Trauma, Stroke, Heart Attack, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Aeromedical transfer, EMS, Airway management, Torsion (ovarian/testicular), Ectopic Pregnancy, Rural Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Colon Perforation, Wrongful Death, Delayed Diagnosis, Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims Denial
Dual Board-Certified in Emergency Medicine & Family Medicine: This unique combination qualifies me to serve as a "same specialty" expert witness in states with such requirements, particularly for cases evaluating the standard of care for Family Physicians in emergency or urgent care settings. Extensive Clinical Practice: Over 20 years of continuous practice treating more than 20,000 patients in the full spectrum of clinical environments, from 2-bed rural facilities to high-volume Level 1 Trauma Centers. I maintain an active practice in a busy, urban hospital Emergency Department. Proven Medical & Quality Assurance Leadership: Held key leadership roles including Medical Director, Quality Assurance Director, and National Clinical Steering Chair for a large national urgent care corporation. Served as Chair of a Health System Peer Review Committee and as a longstanding member of a Level 1 Trauma Center's Credentials Committee. Specialized Endoscopy Expertise: 20 years of ongoing expe...
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Atul Madan, M.D., MBA

Interventional & Gen Cardiology Medical Expert

VA-VA Consulting, LLC.

Kissimmee, Florida
Interventional Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease - Pacemaker, ICD, TAVR, catheterization, STEMI, heart attack, balloon, stent, coronary dissection, perforation, TEE, valve disease, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, arrhythmias, embolism, hypertension, aortic aneurysm, hyperlipidemia, stroke
I am board-certified in five specialties, including cardiovascular diseases and interventional cardiology. In my last 23 years of practice, I have treated over 200,000 cardiac patients. I completed my interventional cardiology fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital-Harvard Medical School (now Mass General Brigham) in Boston. I recently served as the Chairman of the Department of Cardiology at HCA Florida Osceola Hospital, Kissimmee, FL. Additionally, I am an Assistant Professor and Focused Inquiry and Research Experience (FIRE) Program research mentor at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine, Orlando, FL. I am also actively involved in research, peer-reviewed presentations, and publications. I am certified as an Expert Witness by the State of Florida with a medical license to practice in Florida and Georgia. Plase call or text me at (516) 603-7177. I have represented in both plaintiff and defendant cases. For more details, please refer to my CV. I will send you ...
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Nabil Sabbak, MD

Cleveland Clinic Trained Cardiologist

Atlanta, Georgia
Interventional Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease - Cardiac Arrest, Heart Attack, STEMI, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), MitraClip, TriClip, PCI, Coronary Stent, Watchman, Dissection, Perforation, Cath Lab Complication, TEER, Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Repair and Replacement, Percutaneous, Myocardial Infarction, Angioplasty, Heart Failure, Angiography, NSTEMI
I am a board-certified Interventional and Structural Cardiologist specializing in catheter-based procedures to treat coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, and heart failure. I received my cardiovascular fellowship training at the Cleveland Clinic, Internal Medicine training at Emory University, and undergraduate degree at Vanderbilt University. I have numerous peer-reviewed publications in high impact cardiovascular journals, serve as principle or co-investigator in numerous clinical trials, serve as an adverse event adjudicator for clinical trials with Cleveland Clinic’s C4 Academic Research Organization, serve as a medical director for TurningPoint Healthcare adjudicating appropriateness of cardiovascular medical claims, and am a high volume operator performing among the most complex procedures in my field. My clinical practice involves the routine performance of complex invasive cardiovascular procedures, including structural heart interventions (e.g. TAVR, MitraC...
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W Clark Connell, MD, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Physician

Thomasville, Georgia
Emergency Medicine, Medical Management - emergency medicine, trauma, ATLS, medical staff bylaws, rules and regulations, EMTALA, sepsis, stroke, heart attack, myocardial infarction, aortic dissection, policies and protocols, ectopic pregnancy, testicular torsion, seizures, burns, pediatrics, ovarian torsion, fractures, urgent care director
Board certified emergency medicine physician with over 20 years of clinical experience. Currently practicing full time in Georgia. Prior experience as an expert witness. Extensive knowledge in medical staff leadership as a medical director, chief of emergency services, medical executive committee member, hospital board member, and former chief-of-staff. Additional training in medical staff rules, regulations, and bylaws as well as EMTALA compliance. Knowledgeable in the application of hospital policies and procedures. Currently overseeing approximately 25 physicians and 20 midlevel providers at three emergency department locations and two urgent care locations. Experience includes both adult and pediatric patients, emergency department and urgent care patients, and work in a designated trauma center facility.
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Georgia
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Joshua N Wallenstein, MD, FACEP

EM Expert, Professor, National Educator

Emory University / Grady Memorial Hospital

Atlanta, Georgia
Emergency Medicine - Emergency care, Trauma, Stroke, Seizure, Headache, Neurologic emergencies, Cardiac, Heart attack, Clinical reasoning, Infectious disease, Bias, Practice guidelines, Clinical reasoning, Medical error
Dr. Joshua Wallenstein is a Professor of Emergency Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine and a board-certified emergency physician with more than two decades of clinical experience at Grady Memorial Hospital, one of the nation’s largest emergency departments and trauma centers. His expertise includes emergency care standards, clinical decision-making, cognitive bias in medicine, and physician education. Dr. Wallenstein is a national leader in medical education and currently serves as Director of the Clinical Reasoning Thread at Emory, where he leads curriculum development focused on diagnostic reasoning, patient safety, and evidence-based care. An award-winning educator, he has received multiple distinguished teaching honors and has delivered invited lectures nationally and internationally on seizure management, neurologic emergencies, trauma care, cognitive bias in clinical decision-making, and strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy in emergency settings. His peer-rev...
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Joshua M Willis, MD

FACC, FSCAI

Atlanta , Georgia
Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology - Sudden Cardiac Death, Hypertension, Heart attack, Cardiogenic Shock, Mitral Regurgitation, Coronary Artery Dissection/perforation, Pre-operative Risk Stratification, Cardiac Catheterization, Negligence, Standard of Care, Heart Failure, Stent Thrombosis, Aortic Stenosis, Arrhythmia
Dr. Joshua Willis, MD, FACC, FSCAI, is a Cleveland Clinic-trained, dual-board-certified general and interventional cardiologist with over a decade of experience caring for adult patients with cardiac conditions in both inpatient hospital and outpatient ambulatory settings. He serves as the Medical Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab at Wellstar Douglas Hospital, (Altanta, GA), a community hospital where he is known for managing a high-volume practice while being deeply committed to excellence in patient care and outcomes. Dr. Willis provides comprehensive care for patients with a range of general cardiology conditions, including coronary artery disease, heart attacks, arrhythmias, and hypertension. In addition, he specializes in advanced interventional cardiology procedures, such as complex percutaneous coronary interventions, Impella implantation, and ShockWave balloon lithotripsy. A trailblazer in his field, Dr. Willis has been instrumental in introducing innovative cardi...
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Brian E Ackerman, MD

Georgia
Emergency Medicine - Excited Delirium, Overdose, Ketamine, Bowel Obstruction, Perforation, Sepsis, Stroke, Ischemic Bowel, Torsion, Heart Attack, Compartment Syndrome, Open Fracture, Ectopic Pregnancy, Covid, Head Injury, Suicide, Psychiatric Clearance, Medical Clearance, Pulmonary Embolism, Dissection
I am an actively practicing full-time Emergency Medicine Physician since completing my residency in 2012. I have worked in a number of high acuity community emergency departments since getting board certified, and currently work primarily at Delray Medical Center, a top Florida hospital (recipient of the Healthgrades America’s 50 Best Hospitals Award, 2007-2020). I have extensive experience working at a hospital that serves multiple roles in my community including functioning as a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, Nationally Ranked Heart Center, Psychiatric-Hold Receiving Facility. In addition to the above clinical work, I am also an affiliate assistant professor for the FAU Emergency Medicine Residency Program. I have received teaching awards for my involvement in the program, and am involved in the clinical competency committee, helping to determine if residents have developed the skills and knowledge to advance in their training. Lastly, I am...
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Chris Burke, MD, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Expert Witness

Idaho
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Airway Management, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Heart Attack, Stroke, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Trauma, Ectopic Pregnancy, Critical Care, Torsion (ovarian, testicular), Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims, Aortic Aneurysm
I am Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM). My current clinical practice is a high volume community hospital in a major metropolitan area. ED volume >80k patients per year. I am recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. Well versed in the standard of care in Emergency Medicine as a full time practicing physician. Experience with credentials committee at community hospitals. I also hold a clinical faculty position at the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine at Washington State University. Trusted to provide impartial and comprehensive evaluations based on the facts of the case. I assist plaintiff and defense medical malpractice attorneys establish the standard of care, and identify breaches in compliance. Experienced in preparing strategies in defense of litigation for health system attorneys, as well as reviewing third party claims and independent QA reviews. I offer a complimentary introductory video call at your conveni...
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Imdad Ahmed, MD,MBA,CPE, FACC, FHRS, FACP

System Director of Arrhythmia Center

Mercy Health System, University of Illinois School of Medicine, Rockford

Rockford, Illinois
Cardiovascular Disease, Electrophysiology - Arrhythmia, Ablation, Pacemaker, Defibrillator, atrial fibrillation, Ventricular tachycardia, Supraventricular tachycardia, Watchman device, LA appendage closure device, PFO closure device, stress test, echocardiogram, blood clot, Coronary stent, heart attack, congestive heart failure, blood thinner
Dr. Ahmed is a quadruple board-certified physician in Cardiovascular diseases, Electrophysiology, Echocardiography, and Nuclear Cardiology. His specializations include all aspects of electrophysiology, catheter ablations, left atrial appendage closure devices, cardiac device management, and General Cardiology. He serves as the Director of the Comprehensive Arrhythmia Center. Dr.Ahmed is also an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois at Rockford. Dr.Ahmed has conducted research projects and presented at national and international cardiology conferences. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles. In addition to his medical expertise, Dr. Ahmed has an MBA with an emphasis in Healthcare and is a certified physician executive by the American Association of Physician Leadership. Dr.Ahmed has extensive clinical experience in following areas: Arrhythmia, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular tachycardia, premature ventricular contraction, atrial fibrillation, atri...
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Ankur Dhawan, DO

Emergency Medicine Physician,Northwestern Medicine

Northwestern Medicine, Delnor Hospital

geneva, Illinois
Emergency Medicine - Emergency, car accident, appendicitis, nursing home neglect, cause of death, asthma, surgery, cancer, sepsis, child abuse, kids , work accident, abdominal aortic dissection, heart attack, aortic dissection, stroke, elder abuse, pulmonary embolism, trauma, carotid dissection
I am a practicing ER physician with decades of clinical experience. I have also been vice chair of emergency department at Northwestern Medicine, Delnor Hospital. I will only take a case that I know I can defend, and my quality of work speaks for itself. I am loyal, honest and believe in clarity in one's work. I have been involved in various quality care projects and am highly regarded at my place of work, recently receiving physician of the year award.
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Alissa Gorelick, DO

Emergency Medicine Physician - Rural Medicine

Northbrook, Illinois
Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical Services - Rural Medicine, Sepsis, Stroke, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Attack, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Airway Management, Central Line Placement, Aortic Dissection, Appendicitis, Testicular Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Head Trauma, Pediatric Emergencies
Accomplished board-certified Emergency Medicine physician leader with over 15 years of clinical and administrative experience. Medical malpractice and claims review for a large corporate medical group including standard of care analysis, collaboration with counsel and physician litigation support. Current practice ranging from rural emergency departments to level 1 trauma center. Seasoned medical director and clinical consultant with in-depth experience in risk management, medical administration, and advisory roles. Developed and implemented peer review programs, physician coaching and evidence-based medicine protocols. Expert in clinical quality and patient care. Licensure and Certifications: American Board of Emergency Medicine Advanced Cardiac Life Support Pediatric Advanced Life Support Advanced Trauma Life Support
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Illinois
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Anne Ford, MD, FACC

Cardiology- noninvasive/imaging and general

Grand Heart Cardiology

Carmel, Indiana
Cardiovascular Disease - Cardiology, Noninvasive Cardiology, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Congestive Heart Failure, Coronary Artery Disease, Cardiac Stress Testing, Transesophageal Echocardiography, Heart Attack, Valvular Heart Disease, Preventative Cardiology, High Blood Pressure, Hypertension management, EKG
Board Certified Noninvasive Cardiologist Dr. Anne Ford is passionate about cardiovascular imaging including echocardiography, 3D transesophageal echocardiography, & nuclear cardiology. She provides excellent cardiovascular care to a broad demographic of patients. Dr. Ford enjoys cardiac critical care, congestive heart failure, valvular disease, preventative cardiology & coronary artery disease management. She is also innovative with medical informatics technology. She commonly lectures to educate patients, nurses, and other cardiologists. She has performed multiple medical review panels for the State of Indiana. Dr. Ford is known for her attention to detail, problem solving, quick turn around times, & clear explanations of evidence based medicine.
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David G Stilley, MD MBA FACEP

Senior Emergency Medicine Physician

AeroMedical Equipment and Services Inc.

Clive, Iowa
Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine - Wound Infection, Anaphylaxis, Suicide, Electrolyte imbalance, Pulmonary Embolism, Coronary Artery Disease, Heart Attack, Stroke, Motor Vehicle Collision Injury, Laceration, Sepsis, CNS Infection, COVID, Influenza, Pneumonia, Ambulance Care Issues, Aircraft Incidents, DOT exam Issues, Pancreatitis, Pneumothorax
Dr. David Stilley has practiced emergency and urgent care medicine in Des Moines since 1988. During those years he served as Emergency Department medical director at Broadlawns Polk County Hospital and Mercy Des Moines (now MercyOne Des Moines). These positions required recruitment, training, and supervision of teams of physicians and mid-level practitioners serving in high volume, high acuity environments. In 2007 he co-founded and led DoctorsNow Walk-in Care, at the time the first privately owned Urgent Care clinics in Central Iowa. He continues to provide coverage in Emergency departments. Dr. Stilley is licensed in Iowa and Missouri. He is a native of Suburban Minneapolis, Minnesota and attended medical school at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. Over the years Dr. Stilley has provided expert advice regarding cases involving both Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, and Urgent Care. This has included case review for insurance companies prior to litigation, as we...
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Kyle B Walsh, MD, MS

Neurocritical Care, Emergency Medicine, Stroke

Villa Hills, Kentucky
Emergency Medicine, Neurocritical Care - Emergency Medicine, Neurocritical Care, Stroke, Brain Hemorrhage, Brain Trauma, Intensive Care, Airway Management, Mechanical Ventilation, Anoxic Brain Injury, Pulmonary emboli, Heart Attack, Lacerations, Overdose, ARDS, Spine Injury, Trauma, Sepsis, Seizures, Central/Arterial Lines, Abdominal Pain
I am Board Certified in Emergency Medicine and Neurocritical Care. In addition to active practice in these fields, I also specialize in acute stroke treatment as a member of an academic institutional stroke team.  I have extensive research experience, serving an investigator for multiple studies, including currently being Principal Investigator for a multimillion dollar research grant related to stroke.  My broad clinical training and experience, with active clinical practice at both an academic tertiary medical center and a community hospital, have provided a strong foundation to review a wide range of cases, as described in the keywords above; this includes all patients presenting to the emergency department or intensive care unit along with additional subspecialty expertise in emergent and critical neurological conditions. Please do not hestitate to contact me regarding any inquiries or additional questions.
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Rebecca A Hutchings, MD

Pediatric and Adult Emergency Medicine Expert Witn

Children's Hospital of New Orleans

New Orleans, Louisiana
Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine - trauma, appendicitis, sepsis, febrile seizures, EMTALA violations, hospital system errors, orthopedic injuries, special needs children, chronically ill children, resident and student supervision, stroke, heart attack, precipitous deliveries, newborn care, general pediatrics, meningitis, DKA
Dr. Rebecca Hutchings is board certified in Emergency Medicine (ABEM) and Pediatrics (ABP), and has been in full time post residency clinical practice for over 17 years. Dr. Hutchings got her undergraduate degree at Columbia University, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a major in Biology and a minor in Spanish Language and Literature. She then went on to earn her medical degree at New York University School of Medicine. She completed her Emergency Medicine training with Louisiana State University School of Medicine at Charity Hospital in New Orleans, and then completed a residency in Pediatrics at the Tulane School of Medicine. Dr. Hutchings began her career as the director of the Pediatric Emergency Department at Ochsner Hospital and then took an academic position at Tulane Medical Center. She currently works in the Division of Emergency Medicine at Children’s Hospital of New Orleans (a level II trauma center), supervising students and residents from both Louisiana State Univers...
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Michael J Hebert, M.S., PA-C

Emergency Medicine/Urgent Care PA!

M.J. Hebert Enterprises, LLC

Pineville, Louisiana
Physician Assistant, Emergency Medicine - Emergency Medicine PA, Urgent Care, APP, MLP, Mid-level Provider, Heart Atttack, CVA, Stroke, Heart Attack, Intracranial Hemorrhage, Kidney Stone, Sepsis, Ectopic Pregnancy, Pneumonia, laceration, fracture, dehydration, acute kidney injury, appendicitis
A 20 year Army Veteran, I have worked as a Physician Assistant in both Emergency Medicine and Urgent Care for 25+ years. I am a proud 1997 Summa Cum Laude graduate of the U.S. Army PA Program where I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. I later obtained my Master of Science Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from A.T. Still University in Mesa, Arizona. I am a retired Major from the Louisiana Army National Guard and have deployed overseas on two occasions. I last served as Deputy State Surgeon in charge of medical readiness for Louisiana troops. I currently split my time between working in a fast-paced emergency department and a high-acuity urgent care clinic in the central Louisiana area.
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Louisiana
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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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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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Maine
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Anil Pandit, MD

Clinical Cardiology Expert Witness

Lutherville, Maryland
Cardiovascular Disease - General Cardiology, Preventive Cardiology, Atrial fibrillation, Anticoagulation, Heart attack, Chest pain, Echocardiography, Acute coronary syndrome, Stress test, Valvular heart disease, Heart Failure, Hypertension
Board-certified cardiologist with clinical experience in the evaluation and management of coronary artery disease, structural heart disease, arrhythmias, and cardiovascular risk assessment. Actively involved in clinical decision-making, diagnostic interpretation, and longitudinal patient care. Provides independent medical expert services including case review, record analysis, written medical opinions, and deposition or trial testimony when appropriate. Experienced in assessing standards of care, causation, and medical decision-making in complex cardiovascular cases. Academic involvement includes teaching and mentoring trainees in cardiovascular medicine, with particular focus on clinical reasoning, cardiovascular imaging, and evidence-based practice. Committed to objective, well-supported opinions grounded in current medical literature and guidelines. Experienced in applying current clinical guidelines (ACC/AHA, ESC) to retrospective case review, with opinions formed to a reason...
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Sausheen Taylor, MD, MBA

National Medical Director- Hospital Medicine

Bethesda, Maryland
Hospitalist, Medical Management - medical liability, atrial fibrillation, hospital liability, medical negligence, heart attack, medical malpractice, DVT/pulmonary embolism, hospital negligence, heart failure, hospital medicine, respiratory failure, clinical liability, stroke, skilled nursing home, sickle cell, sepsis, ICU, COPD, COVID, capacity
Board-certified internal medicine hospitalist and physician executive with over 13 years of clinical and leadership experience, specializing in hospital care, medical necessity determinations, and regulatory compliance. Currently serving as a National Medical Director for a fortune top 50 insurance company, where I conduct rigorous reviews of complex inpatient and outpatient cases, assess medical necessity, and ensure adherence to CMS guidelines and federal and state regulations. Clinical experience includes active hospital-based practice with US Acute Care Solutions and prior leadership as head of the Medicine Service Line at Mary Washington Healthcare System, where I provided multidisciplinary oversight and ensured consistent application of evidence-based clinical standards across specialties. I also served as a member of the Board of Trustees for Mary Washington Healthcare System, contributing to governance, quality, and patient safety initiatives. I am experienced in media engag...
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Maryland
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Massachusetts
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Jessica Anchor-Samuels, MD

Internal Medicine Expert- 2 Ivy League degrees

Massachusetts
Internal Medicine, Preventive Medicine - primary care, standard of care, delayed diagnosis, colon cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, cervical cancer, Internist, missed diagnosis, heart disease, heart attack, diabetes, inappropriate care, cancer screening, anemia, telemedicine, risk factors, preventative care, hypertension
Dr. Anchor-Samuels is a Brown University trained Internal Medicine physician and a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine with board certifications in Massachusetts and Connecticut. She has significant experience in clinical medicine, as well as medical legal consulting. She has been praised for her ability to explain complex medical issues in an easy to understand manner. She has consulted, both for medical record review and as an expert witness, on numerous cases for both plaintiff and defense. She has also worked directly with insurance companies to review cases in anticipation of potential litigation. She has extensive experience with cases of delayed/missed diagnosis of prostate cancer, lung cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, heart disease and diabetes, among others. She also has significant experience with supervising physician assistants/associates and nurse practitioners.
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Christopher Wenger, DO, FACC, FNLA

Noninvasive Cardiology Expert Witness

Michigan
Cardiovascular Disease, Preventive Medicine - General cardiology, Preventive cardiology, Coronary artery disease, Chest pain, Echocardiography, Stress testing, Acute coronary syndrome, Heart attack, Myocardial infarction, Atrial fibrillation, Cholesterol, Clinical lipidology, Hypertension, Lipoprotein (a)
-Board certified in Cardiovascular Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, Adult echocardiography, and Clinical lipidology. -Award-winning clinical physician. -Award-winning physician educator. -Published author in various medical journals. -Active committee member of two national medical organizations. -Experienced speaker to the public, media, and medical professionals on various topics of cardiovascular and preventive medicine, clinical lipidology, and industry-sponsored pharmacotherapy. -Currently serving as the medical director of preventive cardiology for a health system that spans 5 counties in Pennsylvania.
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Mohammad A Hussain, MD

Emergency Medicine Physician

Emergency Medicine

dearborn, Michigan
Emergency Medicine, Child Abuse - stroke, trauma, heart attack, sepsis, intubate, critical care, diagnosis, chest pain, airway, emergency, ultrasound, sedation, procedure, pulmonary embolism, clot, orthopedic
Emergency Medicine physician actively practicing in high-volume emergency departments in the United States. Experienced in the evaluation and management of a broad spectrum of acute medical, surgical, and traumatic conditions, including cardiac emergencies, stroke, sepsis, respiratory failure, trauma, orthopedic injuries, and critical illness. Extensive procedural experience including endotracheal intubation, procedural sedation, central venous catheter placement, chest tube thoracostomy, laceration repair, fracture and dislocation reduction, point-of-care ultrasound (including FAST examinations), and emergency resuscitation. Regularly responsible for rapid triage, diagnosis, stabilization, and disposition decisions in high-acuity settings. Familiar with current Emergency Medicine standards of care, clinical protocols, documentation practices, and risk stratification in both community and high-acuity emergency department environments. Experience working with diverse patient populati...
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Michigan
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Benjamin F. Wong, MD

Mayo Clinic and Columbia-Trained Cardiologist

Rochester, Minnesota
Cardiovascular Disease - General Cardiology, Coronary Artery Disease, Chest Pain, Heart Attack, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Failure, CHF, Cardiomyopathy, Arrhythmia, Atrial Fibrillation, Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, Stress Testing, Cardiac Arrest, Valvular Heart Disease, Cholesterol, Hypertension
Benjamin Wong, MD is a Mayo Clinic-trained, board-certified, adult non-invasive cardiologist with 10+ years of direct, hands-on inpatient and outpatient clinical experience. He graduated magna cum laude from Columbia University (BA degree) and earned his MD from Cornell University. He completed Internal Medicine residency at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN followed by a general cardiology fellowship in New York. After returning to Mayo Clinic for an Advanced Adult Echocardiography fellowship, he was employed as a full-time Mayo Clinic attending cardiologist for 8.5 years. During his time at Mayo Clinic, Dr. Wong served as the Director of the Echocardiography Laboratory for the Southwest MN region of the Mayo Clinic Health System. Dr. Wong is detail-oriented and excels at explaining complex heart issues in easily understandable terms. He has been recognized by peers for being a dedicated and dependable team-player.
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Mississippi
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Timothy J. McDermott, MD

Adult Interventional Cardiovascular disease

Osage Beach Cardiology,LTD

Linn Creek, Missouri
Interventional Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease - Chest pain, angina, coronary artery, heart failure, heart attack, vascular medicine, claudication, stent, atherectomy, pacemaker, ICD, sudden death, nuclear cardiology, atrial fibrillation, cardiac arrest, PTCA, Angioplasty, echocardiography, shortness of breath, arrhythmias
* Dr. McDermott is an experienced Interventional and general cardiologist with over 35 yrs clinical practice in adult general and Interventional cardiology, endovascular medicine and critical limb ischemia, echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, pacemaker implantation, implantable defibrillators (ICD) including biventricular devices, and leadless pacemakers. Dr. McDermott has particular interests in the management of complex and high risk patients with a wide spectrum of cardiovascular disease. * He is committed to ongoing education in these areas of interest. * Dr. McDermott has board certifications in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular disease, subspecialty Interventional Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology, and Cardiac pacing. * Dr. McDermott is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Society of Cardiac Angiography and Intervention. He is currently licensed in Missouri, Alabama, Arkansas, Tennessee, Florida, Kentucky, South Carolina, Vi...
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Amanda Jordan, MD, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Physician

Henderson, Nevada
Emergency Medicine - trauma, assault, toxicology, stroke, MI, fracture, concussion, heart attack, pulmonary embolism, appendicitis, sepsis, pneumonia, motor vehicle collision, DKA, abdominal pain, medical necessity
I am a full-time clinical practitioner of emergency medicine, am board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine, and am a fellow of the American College of Emergency Practitioners. I have been in practice for over 17 years and have extensive experience at multiple practice levels, including level 1 trauma centers, teaching facilities, critical access emergency rooms, and free-standing emergency rooms. I am ACLS and PALS certified. I have actively taught and supervised medical students, residents, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants throughout my 17 years of clinical and teaching practice. I graduated cum laude with a degree in Zoology from University of Texas, attended medical school at University of Texas Medical Branch and was a chief resident of the emergency medicine program at University of Texas Southwestern. Teaching Experience • Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix • Clinic...
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Zaza U Atanelov

Emergency Medicine Physician- Cedars Sinai Medical

ZARAMD INC

Nevada
Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine - Trauma- ATLS Instructor, Critical Care, Brain Trauma, Airway Injurys, Burns, Accidental Trauma, Electrocution, Fractures, Orthopedic Injuries, Nerve Pain, Traumatic Brain Injury, Emergency Care, Heart Attack, Cardiac Arrest, Respiratory Arrest, Urgent Care, Radiculopathy, Back pain, Infections, Board Certified
I am a board‑certified Emergency Medicine physician and current attending at Cedars‑Sinai Medical Center with experience teaching trauma and emergency care. I regularly educate and supervise emergency medicine residents, physician assistants, and medical students, serve as an ATLS instructor, and teach trauma evaluation and resuscitation in high‑acuity clinical settings. My teaching background include pediatric emergency medicine lectures, ultrasound lectures, EKG lectures, ATLS/Trauma lectures, bedside instruction, and formal didactics, allowing me to clearly explain standards of care and clinical decision‑making to attorneys, judges, and juries. I bring a practical, evidence‑based approach to case review, report preparation, and testimony grounded in contemporary academic emergency department practice. Topics addressed in cases include: Failure to Diagnose Missed Diagnosis Delayed Diagnosis Pain & Suffering Ischemia Causation Personal Injury Delay in Care Delay in Transfer Nerv...
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

New Hampshire
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Andy S Barnett, MD

Emergency Medicine - Double Boarded EM/FM

New Jersey
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Trauma, Stroke, Heart Attack, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Aeromedical transfer, EMS, Airway management, Torsion (ovarian/testicular), Ectopic Pregnancy, Rural Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Colon Perforation, Wrongful Death, Delayed Diagnosis, Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims Denial
Dual Board-Certified in Emergency Medicine & Family Medicine: This unique combination qualifies me to serve as a "same specialty" expert witness in states with such requirements, particularly for cases evaluating the standard of care for Family Physicians in emergency or urgent care settings. Extensive Clinical Practice: Over 20 years of continuous practice treating more than 20,000 patients in the full spectrum of clinical environments, from 2-bed rural facilities to high-volume Level 1 Trauma Centers. I maintain an active practice in a busy, urban hospital Emergency Department. Proven Medical & Quality Assurance Leadership: Held key leadership roles including Medical Director, Quality Assurance Director, and National Clinical Steering Chair for a large national urgent care corporation. Served as Chair of a Health System Peer Review Committee and as a longstanding member of a Level 1 Trauma Center's Credentials Committee. Specialized Endoscopy Expertise: 20 years of ongoing expe...
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Donna Simmers-Dabinett, DO

Emergency Medicine Expert Witness/Consultant

DSD Medical Expert Witness and Consultant, LLC

Mullica Hill, New Jersey
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Trauma, Airway Management, Heart Attack/Myocardial Infarction, Pulmonary Embolus, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Aneurysm, Appendicitis, Ectopic Pregnancy, Ovarian Torsion, Testicular Torsion, Vascular Procedures, Stroke/CVA, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Subdural Hemorrhage, Fractures, Dislocations, Overdose, Psychiatric Emergencies
Dr. Simmers-Dabinett is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician with extensive experience in acute care, trauma, resuscitation, and critical decision-making. She is currently practicing and licensed in New Jersey with 22 years of experience in her field. She provides expert medical analysis, testimony, and consultation in cases involving emergency and urgent medical conditions. Dr. Simmers-Dabinett is skilled at translating complex medical concepts into clear concepts using terminology non medical professionals understands, while giving an non-biased medical expert opinion. Expert Witness Services: Case Review and Analysis Medical Record Evaluation Expert Reports and Affidavits Depositions and Trial Testimony Plaintiff and Defense Support Consultation for Legal Teams
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

New Jersey
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Abdallah Ajani, MD, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Expert (Adult & Pediatrics)

Ajani Medical Consulting PLLC

New Mexico
Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine - Airway management, resuscitation, trauma, myocardial infarct, criminal defense, heart attack, stroke, pediatrics, child abuse/neglect, obstetrics, sepsis, septic shock, pulmonary embolism, delay in diagnosis, wrongful death, vascular access, sedation, elderly care, medication error, nursing home
Dr. Abdallah Ajani is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician currently practicing in Texas. He has experience working with both plaintiff and defense attorneys in medical malpractice and criminal cases throughout the United States. He can provide services involving affidavit of merit, chart review, written report, deposition, trial testimony, and cross-examination preparation. Dr. Ajani makes an intentional effort to provide my opinion in clear and understandable terms with the goal of educating the judge and jury about the medical basis for the facts of the case, as they relate to negligence, causation and damages. As a clinician, Dr. Ajani attended medical school at Boston University and completed a residency program in Emergency Medicine in 2016. Since then, he has worked as a staff physician and instructor at large academic institutions as well as small community hospitals. He has an active state license TX in good standing. Contact by email: abdallah.ajani.md@gmail.c...
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Ayman E. Farid, MD

Ayman E. Farid, MD, LLC

Staten Island, New York
Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology - Adult Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, Heart Attack, Catheterization, Coronary Intervention, Angioplasty, Stents, Rotational Ablation, CHF, PCI, Sudden Cardiac Death, Angina. Specializing in through the wrist cardiac catheterizations and intervention. Also specialized in Varicose Veins/ Lasers
I have been involved in the medical care of the patients of the Tristate area for the past 20+ years. Attention to detail and total commitment, have been the hallmark my attitude. With an active practice of more than 20,000 patients, I see and care for a variety of patient conditions and am seasoned in the legal aspects of the field of cardiology.
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Benjamin F. Wong, MD

Mayo Clinic and Columbia-Trained Cardiologist

New York
Cardiovascular Disease - General Cardiology, Coronary Artery Disease, Chest Pain, Heart Attack, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Failure, CHF, Cardiomyopathy, Arrhythmia, Atrial Fibrillation, Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, Stress Testing, Cardiac Arrest, Valvular Heart Disease, Cholesterol, Hypertension
Benjamin Wong, MD is a Mayo Clinic-trained, board-certified, adult non-invasive cardiologist with 10+ years of direct, hands-on inpatient and outpatient clinical experience. He graduated magna cum laude from Columbia University (BA degree) and earned his MD from Cornell University. He completed Internal Medicine residency at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN followed by a general cardiology fellowship in New York. After returning to Mayo Clinic for an Advanced Adult Echocardiography fellowship, he was employed as a full-time Mayo Clinic attending cardiologist for 8.5 years. During his time at Mayo Clinic, Dr. Wong served as the Director of the Echocardiography Laboratory for the Southwest MN region of the Mayo Clinic Health System. Dr. Wong is detail-oriented and excels at explaining complex heart issues in easily understandable terms. He has been recognized by peers for being a dedicated and dependable team-player.
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Mark Winther, MD, FACEP

Emergency Physician and ER Administrator

New York Physicians Medical Legal Consulting, LLC.

Guilderland, New York
Emergency Medicine, Hospital Administration - Sepsis, septic shock, alcohol related injuries, telemedicine, nurse practitioner and physician assistant supervision, decubitus ulcers, COVID-19, heart attack, TIA, stroke, airway management, necrotizing fasciitis, appendicitis, testicular torsion, ectopic pregnancy, pulmonary embolism, suicide
Board Certified in Emergency Medicine. Experienced Clinician and Expert Witness, Prior Department Chair and Hospital Medical Director, ED Director, Urgent Care Medical Director. Experience in over 80 cases Emergency Medicine Residency Trained; Columbia Medical School Faculty Developed physician assistant and nurse practitioner emergency medicine fellowship. ATLS, ACLS, BLS, and PALS certified X-License DEA Certification Trained EMT, EMS Medical Director Experience in Level II Trauma Center & Stroke Center, rural and critical access hospitals and urgent care centers. Interests: Sepsis/Septic Shock, necrotizing fasciitis, alcohol related injuries, Heart attack/MI care, resuscitation, airway management, telemedicine, quality oversite and training of physician assistants (PA-C), and nurse practitioners (NP) in emergency care. Skilled in utilization of video laryngoscopy for emergency airway management Completed multiple SEAK expert witness training courses. *Responsive and Easily...
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

New Rochelle, New York
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Andy S Barnett, MD

Emergency Medicine - Double Boarded EM/FM

New York
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Trauma, Stroke, Heart Attack, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Aeromedical transfer, EMS, Airway management, Torsion (ovarian/testicular), Ectopic Pregnancy, Rural Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Colon Perforation, Wrongful Death, Delayed Diagnosis, Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims Denial
Dual Board-Certified in Emergency Medicine & Family Medicine: This unique combination qualifies me to serve as a "same specialty" expert witness in states with such requirements, particularly for cases evaluating the standard of care for Family Physicians in emergency or urgent care settings. Extensive Clinical Practice: Over 20 years of continuous practice treating more than 20,000 patients in the full spectrum of clinical environments, from 2-bed rural facilities to high-volume Level 1 Trauma Centers. I maintain an active practice in a busy, urban hospital Emergency Department. Proven Medical & Quality Assurance Leadership: Held key leadership roles including Medical Director, Quality Assurance Director, and National Clinical Steering Chair for a large national urgent care corporation. Served as Chair of a Health System Peer Review Committee and as a longstanding member of a Level 1 Trauma Center's Credentials Committee. Specialized Endoscopy Expertise: 20 years of ongoing expe...
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Jessica Anchor-Samuels, MD

Internal Medicine Expert- 2 Ivy League degrees

New York
Internal Medicine, Preventive Medicine - primary care, standard of care, delayed diagnosis, colon cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, cervical cancer, Internist, missed diagnosis, heart disease, heart attack, diabetes, inappropriate care, cancer screening, anemia, telemedicine, risk factors, preventative care, hypertension
Dr. Anchor-Samuels is a Brown University trained Internal Medicine physician and a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine with board certifications in Massachusetts and Connecticut. She has significant experience in clinical medicine, as well as medical legal consulting. She has been praised for her ability to explain complex medical issues in an easy to understand manner. She has consulted, both for medical record review and as an expert witness, on numerous cases for both plaintiff and defense. She has also worked directly with insurance companies to review cases in anticipation of potential litigation. She has extensive experience with cases of delayed/missed diagnosis of prostate cancer, lung cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, heart disease and diabetes, among others. She also has significant experience with supervising physician assistants/associates and nurse practitioners.
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Donna Simmers-Dabinett, DO

Emergency Medicine Expert Witness/Consultant

DSD Medical Expert Witness and Consultant, LLC

New York
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Trauma, Airway Management, Heart Attack/Myocardial Infarction, Pulmonary Embolus, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Aneurysm, Appendicitis, Ectopic Pregnancy, Ovarian Torsion, Testicular Torsion, Vascular Procedures, Stroke/CVA, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Subdural Hemorrhage, Fractures, Dislocations, Overdose, Psychiatric Emergencies
Dr. Simmers-Dabinett is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician with extensive experience in acute care, trauma, resuscitation, and critical decision-making. She is currently practicing and licensed in New Jersey with 22 years of experience in her field. She provides expert medical analysis, testimony, and consultation in cases involving emergency and urgent medical conditions. Dr. Simmers-Dabinett is skilled at translating complex medical concepts into clear concepts using terminology non medical professionals understands, while giving an non-biased medical expert opinion. Expert Witness Services: Case Review and Analysis Medical Record Evaluation Expert Reports and Affidavits Depositions and Trial Testimony Plaintiff and Defense Support Consultation for Legal Teams
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Christopher Wenger, DO, FACC, FNLA

Noninvasive Cardiology Expert Witness

New York
Cardiovascular Disease, Preventive Medicine - General cardiology, Preventive cardiology, Coronary artery disease, Chest pain, Echocardiography, Stress testing, Acute coronary syndrome, Heart attack, Myocardial infarction, Atrial fibrillation, Cholesterol, Clinical lipidology, Hypertension, Lipoprotein (a)
-Board certified in Cardiovascular Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, Adult echocardiography, and Clinical lipidology. -Award-winning clinical physician. -Award-winning physician educator. -Published author in various medical journals. -Active committee member of two national medical organizations. -Experienced speaker to the public, media, and medical professionals on various topics of cardiovascular and preventive medicine, clinical lipidology, and industry-sponsored pharmacotherapy. -Currently serving as the medical director of preventive cardiology for a health system that spans 5 counties in Pennsylvania.
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Maurice E. Varon, MD

Clinical Cardiology/Cardiovascular Disease

Sands Constellation Heart Institute-Rochester Regional Health

Rochester, New York
Cardiovascular Disease - Cardiology, Stress Testing, Heart Failure, Clinical Cardiology, Echocardiography, Coronary Disease, Arrhythmias, Nuclear Stress Testing, Valve Disease, Pacemakers, Defibrillators, Heart Attack, shortness of breath, atrial fibrillation, syncope, chest pain, loss of consciousness, palpitations, preventative cardiology, lipids
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Zachary Ginsberg, MD, MPP, FACEP

Duke University Hospital

Durham, North Carolina
Emergency Medicine, Critical Care Surgery - ICU, Intensive Care, Central Line, Intubation, Airway, Sedation, Resuscitation, Sepsis, Shock, ICU Delirium, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Attack, Stroke, Appendicitis, Pulmonary Embolism, Pneumonia, Aneurysm
Faculty at Duke University Hospital with dual appointment in Trauma and Critical Care and Emergency Medicine. Actively practicing physician who works shifts in both the intensive care unit (ICU) and the emergency department. Able to provide a review of the Emergency Department and ICU components of a case given combination of training, board certification and clinical practice. One of only a small number of physicians who is Board Certified in both Emergency Medicine and Surgical Critical Care Medicine. This provides a review of both components of care in a single expert for a more efficient review of a case. Educated at Brown and Harvard. Completed top Surgical Critical Care Fellowship (University of Maryland R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center). Winner of several awards during training/education and as faculty. Certified Advanced Trauma Life Support Instructor. Regularly publishes.
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Ajay Kohli, MD, JD, FAAEM

Emergency Medicine Physician - Duke Faculty

Durham, North Carolina
Emergency Medicine - MI, heart attack, myocardial infarction, stroke, sepsis, cellulitis, infection, abdominal pain, chest pain, appendicitis, necrotizing fasciitis, shortness of breath, cardiac arrest, small bowel obstruction, kidney stone, airway, airway management, central line
I am currently practicing as a board-certified emergency medicine physician at Duke University Hospital, where I have serve as a faculty and have worked for 9 years, as well as the Durham VA Hospital. I completed my residency training at Emory Healthcare/Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, GA and am an experienced educator, having taught medical students, PA students, nursing students and resident physicians. I am also a former attorney and previously worked as a corporate lawyer at a large international firm in New York City and currently teach various medicolegal topics. I have served as an expert reviewer for numerous medical malpractice cases.
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Edna McKinstry, MD

HealthAdvise

Cary, North Carolina
Internal Medicine, Correctional Healthcare - Pulmonary Diseases, asthma, inhalational disorders, DVT, pulmonary embolism, lung infections. Disability, Cardiovascular Disease, Chest Pain, Ischemic Heart Disease, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Attack, Cardiac Arrest, Congestive Heart Failure, Arrhythmia, Defibrillator, ICD, Valvular Heart Disease
Dr. Edna S. Wong McKinstry is an internist in Asheville, North Carolina and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Mission Hospital-Asheville and Moberly Regional Medical Center. She received her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine and has been in practice between 11-20 years. Dr. Edna S. Wong McKinstry has expertise in treating chronic diabetes, heart failure, and obesity. Training Medical School Ross University School of Medicine Class of 2007 Residency University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Internal Medicine 2008-2012 Certifications & Professional Memberships American Board of Internal Medicine Fellow of American College of Physicians (FACP)
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Jide Lawal, MD, MBA, FACC

Pinehurst , North Carolina
Cardiovascular Disease - Heart attack, Myocardial infarction, Aortic aneurysm, Heart failure, arrhythmia, Preventive Cardiology, Cardiology, high blood pressure, HTN, stroke, CVA, embolism
Senior partner,FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Pinehurst, NC Chief of Cardiology Scotland Memorial Hospital, Laurinburg, NC Director, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Scotland Memorial Hospital, Laurinburg, NC Past Director, Cardiac Rehabilitation, FirstHealth Richmond Memorial Hospital, Rockingham, NC Past Chief of Cardiology, Sandhills Memorial Hospital, Hamlet, NC Preceptor, University of Medicine and Heath Sciences, St Kitts Additionally training in Leadership, Health care management and entrepreneurship, UNC Business School at Chapel Hill Member, American College of Cardiology Member, American Society of Nuclear Cardiology Member, American Society of Echocardiography Member, Medical Executive Committee. Member, Quality Control Committee Member, Credential Committee Past Chief, Critical Care Committee Adjunct Professor at Campbell University Medical School Experienced Expert Witness -since 2022
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

North Carolina
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Ohio
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Vincent C Marsh, MD, FACEP, Maj ANG

Board certified Clinical Prof of Emergency Med

Marsh Emergency LLC

Springboro, Ohio
Emergency Medicine, Critical Care Medicine - Geriatric, Respiratory Distress, Cardiac Arrest, Sepsis, Allergic reaction, drowning, environmental medicine, trauma, Stroke, hemorrhage, seizures, urologic emergencies, heart attack, cardiac emergencies, infection, medication error, blood transfusion, surgical emergency, myocarditis, pulmonary
Highly trained academic / clinical board certified emergency medicine physician well versed in critical care, rural medicine and ultrasound application. Academic faculty at Wright State University where he prepares the next generation of EM physicians through bedside teaching, medical lecturing, and scholarly research. Dr. Marsh also serves within the Air National Guard as a Critical Care Air Transport ( CCAT) Physician. He is Board Certified in Emergency Medicine and is actively practicing Emergency Medicine throughout Ohio and also internationally with the Cleveland Clinic.
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John R. Corker, MD

Emergency Med, Critical Care, Health Policy

John Corker MD Consulting

Cincinnati, Ohio
Emergency Medicine - Medical Resuscitation, Respiratory Distress, Airway Management, Sepsis, Shock, Allergic Reactions, Adverse Medication Side Effects, Traumatic Injuries, Blood Transfusion, Stroke, Seizures, Neurocognitive Emergencies, Pre-Operative Surgical Emergencies, Heart Attack, Unstable Cardiac Dysrhythmias
Highly trained in the global and critical medical care of both routine and very sick patients. Board certified in Emergency Medicine, having completed residency training in the busiest ER in the United States. Fellowship-trained in Health Policy, having lived and worked on Capitol Hill. Actively practicing Emergency Medicine in Ohio, licensed to practice in Ohio and Texas, while simultaneously involved in the training of medical students and resident physicians. Extensive experience in public speaking, broadcast and print journalism, and leadership in organized medicine.
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Kurtis A Mayz, JD MD MBA RP FAAP FCLM FAAP FACEP

Emergency Medicine & Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Tulsa, Oklahoma
Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine - airway, emergency, child abuse, trauma, resucitation, appendicitis, torsion, fracture, meningitis, sepsis, heart attack, stroke, diabetes, seizure, malpractice, fever, abdominal pain, discharge, CPR, drowning
Dr. Mayz is the former Chair of Emergency Medicine at Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet, Illinois, Chair of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Saint Francis Children’s Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Assistant Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine at Oklahoma State University. He is board certified in both emergency medicine and pediatric emergency medicine. He has worked in several emergency and pediatric emergency departments around the country, encompassing a variety of different practice settings. His experience includes both administrative and clinical practice. In addition to his work as a practicing clinician, Dr. Mayz has served on multiple ACEP committees most recently on bylaws and medical legal and is the President of the Oklahoma College of Emergency Physicians. He is also actively involved in risk and claims management with United States Acute Care Solutions. Dr. Mayz is a Registered Parliamentarian and a member of the National Association of Parliamentarians and i...
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Kristen A Harris, FNP

Active Clinical Practice

Advanced Practice Medical Legal Consulting

Portland, Oregon
Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care Medicine - Family Medicine, Sepsis, Stroke, MI, heart attack, Infection, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism (PE), Medication Error, falls, urgent care, failure to refer, cancer, torsion, abscess, appendicitis, pneumonia, drug toxicity, aortic dissection, EMTALA
Board certified family nurse practitioner (FNP) in active clinical practice. Extensive emergency room experience as well as outpatient clinical experience in family practice, pediatrics, urgent care and telemedicine. Highly experienced expert witness. Licensed in Oregon, Washington and Florida
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Andy S Barnett, MD

Emergency Medicine - Double Boarded EM/FM

Portland, Oregon
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Trauma, Stroke, Heart Attack, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Aeromedical transfer, EMS, Airway management, Torsion (ovarian/testicular), Ectopic Pregnancy, Rural Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Colon Perforation, Wrongful Death, Delayed Diagnosis, Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims Denial
Dual Board-Certified in Emergency Medicine & Family Medicine: This unique combination qualifies me to serve as a "same specialty" expert witness in states with such requirements, particularly for cases evaluating the standard of care for Family Physicians in emergency or urgent care settings. Extensive Clinical Practice: Over 20 years of continuous practice treating more than 20,000 patients in the full spectrum of clinical environments, from 2-bed rural facilities to high-volume Level 1 Trauma Centers. I maintain an active practice in a busy, urban hospital Emergency Department. Proven Medical & Quality Assurance Leadership: Held key leadership roles including Medical Director, Quality Assurance Director, and National Clinical Steering Chair for a large national urgent care corporation. Served as Chair of a Health System Peer Review Committee and as a longstanding member of a Level 1 Trauma Center's Credentials Committee. Specialized Endoscopy Expertise: 20 years of ongoing expe...
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Chris Burke, MD, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Expert Witness

Oregon
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Airway Management, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Heart Attack, Stroke, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Trauma, Ectopic Pregnancy, Critical Care, Torsion (ovarian, testicular), Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims, Aortic Aneurysm
I am Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM). My current clinical practice is a high volume community hospital in a major metropolitan area. ED volume >80k patients per year. I am recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. Well versed in the standard of care in Emergency Medicine as a full time practicing physician. Experience with credentials committee at community hospitals. I also hold a clinical faculty position at the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine at Washington State University. Trusted to provide impartial and comprehensive evaluations based on the facts of the case. I assist plaintiff and defense medical malpractice attorneys establish the standard of care, and identify breaches in compliance. Experienced in preparing strategies in defense of litigation for health system attorneys, as well as reviewing third party claims and independent QA reviews. I offer a complimentary introductory video call at your conveni...
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Aaron Schoenkerman, MD

HealthAdvise

Portland, Oregon
Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology - General cardiology, Preventive cardiology, Cardiometabolic Health, Coronary artery disease, Atherosclerosis, Chest pain, Echocardiography, Stress testing, Acute coronary syndrome, Heart attack, Myocardial infarction, Atrial fibrillation. Arrhythmias, Hyperlipidemia, High cholesterol
Dr. Aaron B. Schoenkerman is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology. His practice scope includes general cardiology, vascular medicine, cardiometabolic health, and prevention. In practice for 15 years, Dr. Schoenkerman has expertise in treating hypertension, heart failure, hyperlipidemia, and coronary artery disease. Training Medical School Northwestern University Class of 2002 Residency University of California San Francisco Internal Medicine, 2002 - 2005 Fellowship California Pacific Medical Center 2005- 2008 Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship University of Wisconsin Madison Interventional Cardiology, 2008 - 2009 Board Certifications American Board of Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease
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Christopher Wenger, DO, FACC, FNLA

Noninvasive Cardiology Expert Witness

York, Pennsylvania
Cardiovascular Disease, Preventive Medicine - General cardiology, Preventive cardiology, Coronary artery disease, Chest pain, Echocardiography, Stress testing, Acute coronary syndrome, Heart attack, Myocardial infarction, Atrial fibrillation, Cholesterol, Clinical lipidology, Hypertension, Lipoprotein (a)
-Board certified in Cardiovascular Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, Adult echocardiography, and Clinical lipidology. -Award-winning clinical physician. -Award-winning physician educator. -Published author in various medical journals. -Active committee member of two national medical organizations. -Experienced speaker to the public, media, and medical professionals on various topics of cardiovascular and preventive medicine, clinical lipidology, and industry-sponsored pharmacotherapy. -Currently serving as the medical director of preventive cardiology for a health system that spans 5 counties in Pennsylvania.
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Jessica Anchor-Samuels, MD

Internal Medicine Expert- 2 Ivy League degrees

Pennsylvania
Internal Medicine, Preventive Medicine - primary care, standard of care, delayed diagnosis, colon cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, cervical cancer, Internist, missed diagnosis, heart disease, heart attack, diabetes, inappropriate care, cancer screening, anemia, telemedicine, risk factors, preventative care, hypertension
Dr. Anchor-Samuels is a Brown University trained Internal Medicine physician and a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine with board certifications in Massachusetts and Connecticut. She has significant experience in clinical medicine, as well as medical legal consulting. She has been praised for her ability to explain complex medical issues in an easy to understand manner. She has consulted, both for medical record review and as an expert witness, on numerous cases for both plaintiff and defense. She has also worked directly with insurance companies to review cases in anticipation of potential litigation. She has extensive experience with cases of delayed/missed diagnosis of prostate cancer, lung cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, heart disease and diabetes, among others. She also has significant experience with supervising physician assistants/associates and nurse practitioners.
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Doron Schneider, MD, MBA

Chief Safety/Quality Officer

Dresher, Pennsylvania
Internal Medicine, Hospitalist - Primary Care, Transitions of Care, Hospital Care, Medication Errors, Readmissions, Causality, Missed / Delayed Diagnosis, Standards of Care, Heart Attack, Falls, Pressure Ulcers, Cancer, Sepsis, Pulmonary Embolism, Acute Kidney Injury, Hypertension, Stroke, Atrial Fibrillation, Diabetes, DVT
Dr. Schneider is a board certified practicing internist with over 25 years experience as a hospitalist and a primary care physician. He has served as a health system Chief Safety and Quality Officer, VP for Population Health for a population health company, Deputy Program Director for an internal medicine residency and Deputy Editor of a major clinical journal focusing on diabetes. Dr. Schneider has been recognized as being a Philadelphia Top Doc each year from 2018-2024. He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Schneider has extensive experience in medico-legal defense work and has opined on dozens of cases ranging from falls, pressure ulcers, delayed diagnosis of cancer, sepsis, DVTs and beyond.
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Pennsylvania
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Charles S Wade, MD

Dual Board Certified Internal Med / Cardiologist

CL Wade Enterprises

DOWNINGTOWN, Pennsylvania
Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine - Cardiologist, Myocardial infarction, Heart Failure, Cardiac arrest, Heart attack, Hypertension, Atrial Fibrillation, Stroke, Hemorrhage, Cardiomyopathy, QT Prolongation, Major Bleeding, Coronary intervention, Cardiology, Noninvasive Cardiology, Blood Pressure
Dual American Board of Internal Medicine Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease. Demonstrated excellence in cardiac imaging by certifications in Echocardiography and Nuclear Cardiology subspecialty boards. Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Teaching experience with Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Lankenau Heart Group. Dr. Wade is a physician expert employed in full-time clinical practice in Downingtown, PA with Mainline Health and the Lankenau Heart Group. Designated Master Clinician with extensive experience in teaching nurse practitioners, physician's assistants, interns, residents and fellows. Inpatient and outpatient active practice. Over a decade of clinical experience all over the world. Expert in all forms of stress testing, cardiac procedures, cardiac imaging and post-MI care. Special experience in consultative cardiology, outpatient, CCU, cardiac imaging, diastolic hea...
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Meghan A Shayhorn, MD

Emergency Medicine Physician

Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania
Emergency Medicine - Stroke, MI, Sepsis, Heart attack
I am a board certified emergency medicine physician. I have been in practice for 17 years. I have working in a variety of hospital settings, inner city, suburban and rural. I currently work in the emergency department at a teaching hospital in Philadelphia, PA. I spend most of my time working clinically in the emergency department, but also teach medical students, PA students, and emergency medicine residents. I have active, unrestricted medical licenses in PA, TX, OK and MA.
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Andrew Nathanson, MD, FACEP, FAWM

Emergency Medicine & Water Sports Injuries

Bristol, Rhode Island
Emergency Medicine, Aquatics Safety - Intubation, MI, Heart Attack, Stroke, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Epidural abscess, Aortic dissection, DVT, Pulmonary Embolism, Ischemia, Frostbite, Fracture, Ectopic Pregnancy, head trauma, emergency trauma, Intracranial Hemorrhage. Wilderness medicine, Drowning, Sailing injuries, Surfing injury
I am a Board Certified in Emergency Medicine since 1994. I am a Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine, working full-time clinically at 2 at hospitals for the last 30 years. One, a busy urban academic trauma center, the other a community hospital. I attended Ivy league College and am professor at an Ivy league medical school. Over my career I have been: Director of Quality Assurance, Chair of Morbidity and Mortality conference, served on the BOD, led a Medical School course, served on Peer-Review committees for insurance companies, taught hundreds of Emergency Medicine Residents, and been recipient of numerous teaching and research awards. I have been a Fellow in the American College of Emergency Medicine since 1997. I lecture nationally on Error Reduction in emergency medicine, and internationally on Wilderness Medicine topics and have been a Fellow in the Academy of Wilderness Medicine (FAWM) since 2013 . I am the author of over a dozen peer-reviewed publications, a book, and ...
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Rhode Island
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Kelsey Ridgeway, BSN, RN, CEN

Emergency Nursing Expert

Kelsey Ridgeway Legal Nurse Consulting, LLC

Greenville, South Carolina
Nurse - Triage, Cardiac Arrest, Trauma, Stroke, Heart Attack, Respiratory Distress, Respiratory Arrest, Sepsis, Obstetric Emergencies, Behavioral Health Emergencies, Drug Overdoses, Anaphylaxis, Acute Coronary Syndrome, STEMI, Pediatric Emergencies, Gastrointestinal Emergencies, Seizure, Airway, Spinal Emergencies, Emergency Severity Index ESI
Kelsey Ridgeway is a board-certified emergency nurse with a decade of experience in the emergency setting, including work at community hospitals, a Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, and a primary PCI/chest pain center. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of South Carolina-Upstate in 2016, where she received the Academic Excellence Award and won first place at the USC Upstate Research Symposium for her article on family-witnessed resuscitation. Since graduation, Kelsey has practiced in both teaching and community hospital settings. She has been board-certified in emergency nursing since 2020 and holds certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), and CPI Crisis Intervention. She also serves as a TNCC instructor, teaching both didactic content and practical skills. She is...
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Cody Hoover, DO, FAAEM, MBA

Emergency Medicine Expert Witness and Case Review

Lexington, South Carolina
Emergency Medicine, Telemedicine - Emergency Medicine, Emergency Department, Sepsis, Heart Attack, Sickle Cell, Board Certified, Telemedicine, Hypertension, Airway Management, Central Line Placement, Myocardial Infarction, Stroke, Cancer, Pediatric Emergencies, Trauma, Pulmonary Embolism, Cauda Equina, CT Scan, MRI, Evidence Based Medicine
Dr. Hoover is a Board Certified Emergency Medicine physician. He grew up in western Pennsylvania, where he attended the Pennsylvania State University for his undergraduate degree and then the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine for his medical degree. He completed his residency in Emergency Medicine from the Augusta University Medical Center at the Medical College of Georgia and then went on to earn his Master of Business Administration with concentrations in Finance and Health Care Management from the University of Arizona. He is a veteran of the United States Army who left the service honorably in 2023 as a Major. He is currently employed at a busy community teaching hospital in West Columbia, SC that is a Level III Trauma Center and sees nearly 100,000 patients per year. He also has expertise in telemedicine where he has seen over 20,000 patients. He is licensed to practice medicine in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

South Carolina
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Amanda Jordan, MD, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Physician

Texas
Emergency Medicine - trauma, assault, toxicology, stroke, MI, fracture, concussion, heart attack, pulmonary embolism, appendicitis, sepsis, pneumonia, motor vehicle collision, DKA, abdominal pain, medical necessity
I am a full-time clinical practitioner of emergency medicine, am board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine, and am a fellow of the American College of Emergency Practitioners. I have been in practice for over 17 years and have extensive experience at multiple practice levels, including level 1 trauma centers, teaching facilities, critical access emergency rooms, and free-standing emergency rooms. I am ACLS and PALS certified. I have actively taught and supervised medical students, residents, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants throughout my 17 years of clinical and teaching practice. I graduated cum laude with a degree in Zoology from University of Texas, attended medical school at University of Texas Medical Branch and was a chief resident of the emergency medicine program at University of Texas Southwestern. Teaching Experience • Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix • Clinic...
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Glenn Birnbaum, MD FACEP

Emergency Medicine - Failure to Diagnose Expert

Austin, Texas
Emergency Medicine - Failure to Diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Motor vehicle accident, Heart Attack, Myocardial Infarction, MI, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, PE, Aortic Aneurysm, Appendicitis, Ischemic Bowel, Stroke, TIA, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Sepsis, Pneumonia, Infections
Hi, I’m Dr. Glenn Birnbaum, a residency-trained, board-certified Emergency Medicine Specialist and a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. In addition to over 30 years’ experience in clinical practice as an emergency physician, I have extensive additional experience as core faculty for an emergency medicine residency training program, leadership of several high-volume, high-acuity emergency departments, and leadership of a large regional Emergency Physician group. I specialize in Emergency Room Failure to Diagnose cases and have assisted attorneys in over 100 personal injury and medical malpractice cases, including frequent trial and deposition testimony in federal court and state courts nationwide. As an emergency medicine expert, I diligently review the facts of the matter at hand, identify all the relevant issues, and provide an extensive analysis of the matter. Hallmarks of my work as an expert include: clear, consistent, well-supported opinions, explanatio...
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Sajid Khan, MD

Emergency Medicine Dr 15+ years Published Author

Houston, Texas
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Airway Management, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Attack, Stroke, Appendicitis, Sepsis, Aneurysm, Pulmonary Embolism, Testicular Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Pneumonia, Fractures, Status Epilepticus, Aortic Dissection, AAA, Head Bleed, Urgent Care, Nurse Practitioner, CVA, Compartment Syndrome
I am a board-certified emergency medicine physician and author of The Ultimate Emergency Medicine Guide, a comprehensive review book that is the highest-rated and most up-to-date text for Emergency Medicine physicians preparing to certify. I am a member of AOA (the only national medical honor society in the world), served as an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at UMKC, and have worked in a variety of settings: from inner-city level 1 trauma centers serving 100,000 patients/year to 3-bed rural EDs. I’ve spent time as a Medical Director, Oral Boards examiner, and ACLS instructor. I am also currently serving as the medical director of an Urgent Care and Mens' Health Clinic which has given me significant experience hiring and training nurse practitioners and physician assistants'. I frequently review medical bills and offer expert advice on usual and customary charges for attorney offices. I am ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Suppor...
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Texas
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Adam Canion, MD, FAAEM, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Physician - Full Time Practice

Canion Medical PLLC

Tyler, Texas
Emergency Medicine - Intubation, Airway Management, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Attack, Stroke, Appendicitis, Epidural Abscess, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Testicular Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Medical Necessity, Pediatric Emergency, Head Trauma, Failure to diagnose, Sepsis, Trauma, Envenomation, Overdose, Malpractice
Full time clinical practitioner of emergency medicine, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Has significant clinical experience at level 1 trauma centers, level 2 trauma centers, as well as associated critical access hospitals and freestanding emergency rooms. Has treated more than 30,000 patients in the emergency department. Recognized by the American Academy of Emergency Medicine as having expertise in pediatric, trauma, neurological, and cardiac resuscitation. Experience in chart review and standard of care evaluations. Undergraduate degree, Summa Cum Laude, in Health and Kinesiology. Expertise in resuscitation as well as life and limb saving emergency procedures. Serves on multiple clinical improvement committees including sepsis taskforce, national workforce committees and government relations committee. Experience in Children's Advocacy Center Medical Directorship and governor appointed Child Fatality Review Teams. Experience as c...
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Jacob A Young, MD

EMERGENCY MEDICINE - DFW

Allen, Texas
Emergency Medicine - Trauma, Hyponatremia, Stemi, Ultrasound, ACS, Pneumothorax, Stroke, Hemothorax, Burn, Appendicitis, Pediatrics, Cholecystitis, Respiratory failure, Liver failure, Heart attack, Kidney failure, EKG interpretation, Fracture, Epidural hematoma, Dislocation
I trained at John Peter Smith Hospital, which is a Level 1 Trauma Center and Tertiary Care Referral Center for North Texas with over 110,000 patient visits annually. I now work clinically at Baylor Scott & White - Irving ER. I have extensive experience in peer review, providing informed expert opinion about the appropriateness of care, medical necessity, bill review - including reviewing charges against Usual, Customary, and Reasonable fees. I have extensive experience in utilizing the PMIC handbook. I primarily review care and charges associated with ER encounters involving a patient who presents following a Motor Vehicle Collision. I have served as an EDQA committee member at Baylor Scott & White - Irving for the last 3 years and am one of the primary reviewers. I function to review cases brought before the committee and present them to the EDQA committee, assessing whether care was appropriate from an ER physician and going into detail into how care could have been better deliv...
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Abdallah Ajani, MD, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Expert (Adult & Pediatrics)

Ajani Medical Consulting PLLC

Sugar Land, Texas
Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine - Airway management, resuscitation, trauma, myocardial infarct, criminal defense, heart attack, stroke, pediatrics, child abuse/neglect, obstetrics, sepsis, septic shock, pulmonary embolism, delay in diagnosis, wrongful death, vascular access, sedation, elderly care, medication error, nursing home
Dr. Abdallah Ajani is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician currently practicing in Texas. He has experience working with both plaintiff and defense attorneys in medical malpractice and criminal cases throughout the United States. He can provide services involving affidavit of merit, chart review, written report, deposition, trial testimony, and cross-examination preparation. Dr. Ajani makes an intentional effort to provide my opinion in clear and understandable terms with the goal of educating the judge and jury about the medical basis for the facts of the case, as they relate to negligence, causation and damages. As a clinician, Dr. Ajani attended medical school at Boston University and completed a residency program in Emergency Medicine in 2016. Since then, he has worked as a staff physician and instructor at large academic institutions as well as small community hospitals. He has an active state license TX in good standing. Contact by email: abdallah.ajani.md@gmail.c...
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Ryan Turkington, MD

Emergency Medicine ER Expert - Active Practice

San Antonio, Texas
Emergency Medicine - Myocardial Infarction, Stroke, Sepsis, Trauma, Appendicitis, Epidural Abscess, Heart Attack, Testicular Torsion, Ovarian Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Pulmonary Embolism, Aortic Dissection, Shock, Meningitis, Fracture, Airway Management, Sedation, Critical Care, Infection
• Emergency Medicine Physician with over 7 years of experience as an attending physician • Experience in multiple practice environments: level II and III trauma centers, community hospitals, large urban, suburban hospitals, and freestanding emergency departments • Active clinical practice • Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine Dr. Turkington is an emergency medicine physician currently located in Texas with over 7 years of experience as an attending physician. He completed his emergency medicine residency in Louisiana and obtained his medical degree from McGovern Medical School in Houston, Texas. He has worked in numerous practice environments and has additional experience in teaching medical students and residents.
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Jeffrey Lofgran, MD, FACP

Internal Medicine Hospitalist

Jeffrey Lofgran, MD PLLC

Highland, Utah
Hospitalist, Internal Medicine - sepsis, COVID-19, pneumonia, blood clots, gastrointestinal bleeding, cirrhosis, hospital transfers, decubitus ulcers, diabetic ketoacidosis, falls, heart failure, heart attack, atrial fibrillation, urinary tract infection
I am a board-certified, actively practicing full-time internal medicine hospitalist physician and medical expert witness. I also have experience doing independent medical exams (IME). I am licensed to practice medicine in Utah. I am a recent Fellow of the American College of Physicians and am an active member of the American Medical Association and the Society of Hospital Medicine. I also have extensive teaching experience both formerly as an undergraduate teaching assistant as well as currently as an adjunct faculty member at two medical schools, frequently teaching medical students and/or residents on the inpatient wards and supervising their interactions and learning with patients. I have published multiple chapters in two different textbooks written for medical students and given several presentations as detailed in my CV. I enjoy talking with patients and teaching them about their diagnoses and treatment plans, as well as helping them to navigate the healthcare system. Making a...
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Karla Lacayo, MD FACEP

Vienna, Virginia
Emergency Medicine - Heart Attack, Stroke, Sepsis, Airway Management, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, Pulmonary Embolism, Aortic Dissection, Ectopic Pregnancy, Ovarian Torsion, Testicular Torsion, Appendicitis, Orthopedic Injuries, Medical Necessity, EMTALA, Medical Malpractice, Risk Management
Board Certified in Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM). Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP). 16 years of experience in Adult and Pediatric Emergency Medicine. Practices full-time in a mid-sized community hospital, and supervises physician extenders. Worked as the sole provider in free-standing Emergency Department. Expert in standard of care in Emergency Medicine. Can assist with case review, expert witness testimony, opinions on medical malpractice and negligence. Medical Director for the Emergency Department, Chief of Staff for the Hospital. Serves on Credentials Committee, Quality Committee, and Peer Review Committee. Graduated cum laude from Dartmouth College, completed medical school at Northwestern University, and Emergency Medicine Residency at George Washington University. Licensed in Virginia. Fluent in Spanish.
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Russell Goldstein, MD, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Specialist and Risk Expert

Falls Church, Virginia
Emergency Medicine - Sepsis, Stroke, Heart attack, Appendicitis, Fracture, Trauma, Infection, Pulmonary embolism
I am a board-certified full-time practicing emergency medicine physician. As the Assistant Medical Director and Director of Quality & Risk for my department, I review between 400-500 clinical cases per year. These are mostly related to unexpected patient outcomes, return visits requiring hospitalization following an ER discharge, staff member incident reports, or patient complaints. My analysis is used to determine follow-up actions including clinician education, systems improvements, and/or disciplinary measures. I am also an active member of the hospital multidisciplinary Clinical Performance Committee and the Trauma Peer Review Committee, both of which conduct in-depth analysis of patient cases. I have spearheaded efforts to improve clinical care in high-risk areas including stroke, heart attack, sepsis, and pediatric fever. I have received several recognitions including being named an Emergency Medicine ‘Top Doctor’ by Arlington Magazine in 2023 & 2025 and voted ‘Emergency...
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Corey Heitz, MD

Salem, Virginia
Emergency Medicine - Medical Resuscitation, Respiratory Distress, Airway Management, Sepsis, Shock, Allergic Reactions, Adverse Medication Side Effects, Traumatic Injuries, Blood Transfusion, Stroke, Seizures, Neurocognitive Emergencies, Pre-Operative Surgical Emergencies, Heart Attack, Unstable Cardiac Dysrhythmias
After residency training at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem, NC, Dr. Heitz earned board certification in EM and spent 10 years working in Level 1 Trauma centers in Ohio and Virginia prior to his current position at a busy, high-acuity community emergency department in Salem, Virginia. He has spent 13 years training medical students and residents in emergency medicine as well as other specialties, specifically performing high-fidelity simulated cases to prepare physicians for the care of critically ill and injured patients. During his time in academic medicine, he gained extensive public speaking experience.
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Matthew Schumaecker, MD, FACC, FASNC

General and Diagnostic Cardiology Expert Witness

cardiology.expert

Roanoke, Virginia
Cardiovascular Disease - Cardiology, Cardiac Imaging, Stress Testing, Surgical Clearance, Nuclear Cardiology, Cardiac CT, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, Anticoagulation (Blood Thinners), Cardiac Arrest, Clinical Informatics, Information Technology, Echocardiogram, Endocarditis
Dr. Schumaecker provides medical-legal consulting and expert witness services in the fields of diagnostic and clinical cardiology. He is Chief of Cardiology and Associate Professor of Medicine at Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine. He has over 15 years of experience in clinical practice and teaching in an academic setting. An experienced public speaker, he is able to explain complex medical concepts in a simple and articulate manner. He has won several teaching awards throughout his career. Dr. Schumaecker holds five post-secondary diplomas including degrees in medicine, biology, music, information technology and business administration. He also holds five medical board certifications including cardiology, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, cardiac computed tomography and clinical informatics. He is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology and has served on committees for both of these professional societies.
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Andrew Williams, MD

Experienced Emergency Medicine Expert

Virginia
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Standard of care, airway, cardiac arrest, Narrative report, sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction, asthma, COPD, Causation, Failure to diagnose, Pain and suffering, Trauma, Heart attack, Pulmonary embolism, Aortic dissection, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Cauda equine, Stroke, Pneumonia
I am board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. I’ve been practicing emergency medicine full time at one of the busiest emergency departments in the country for over ten years. I am co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee, in which capacity I review systems and cases in a process to ensure patient safety. I also teach residents and medical students in my role as faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. You need an expert who can communicate effectively; that’s honest, prompt and efficient at a reasonable cost. I pride myself on these qualities, which I bring to case review, report writing and testimony. I write and speak convincingly on my area of expertise- without a bloated retainer. Give me a call, I’m always willing to discuss a case with no obligation.
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Kristen A Harris, FNP

Active Clinical Practice

Advanced Practice Medical Legal Consulting

Washington
Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care Medicine - Family Medicine, Sepsis, Stroke, MI, heart attack, Infection, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism (PE), Medication Error, falls, urgent care, failure to refer, cancer, torsion, abscess, appendicitis, pneumonia, drug toxicity, aortic dissection, EMTALA
Board certified family nurse practitioner (FNP) in active clinical practice. Extensive emergency room experience as well as outpatient clinical experience in family practice, pediatrics, urgent care and telemedicine. Highly experienced expert witness. Licensed in Oregon, Washington and Florida
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Chris Burke, MD, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Expert Witness

Vancouver, Washington
Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care Medicine - Airway Management, Sepsis, Appendicitis, Heart Attack, Stroke, Aortic Dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Trauma, Ectopic Pregnancy, Critical Care, Torsion (ovarian, testicular), Litigation Defense, Insurance Claims, Aortic Aneurysm
I am Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM). My current clinical practice is a high volume community hospital in a major metropolitan area. ED volume >80k patients per year. I am recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. Well versed in the standard of care in Emergency Medicine as a full time practicing physician. Experience with credentials committee at community hospitals. I also hold a clinical faculty position at the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine at Washington State University. Trusted to provide impartial and comprehensive evaluations based on the facts of the case. I assist plaintiff and defense medical malpractice attorneys establish the standard of care, and identify breaches in compliance. Experienced in preparing strategies in defense of litigation for health system attorneys, as well as reviewing third party claims and independent QA reviews. I offer a complimentary introductory video call at your conveni...
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Jeremy Jaskunas, MD, FHM, FACP

Hospital Medicine Leader & Medical Expert

Shepherd Medical Experts

Verona , Wisconsin
Hospitalist, Internal Medicine - Medical malpractice, Pulmonary embolism PE, Handoffs, Standard of care, Hospital medicine, Medication errors, Stroke, Discharge, Medical emergencies, Delays in care, Respiratory failure, Heart attack, Sepsis, Heart disease, Medical errors, Heart failure, Shock, Falls, Overdose, Peer review
Actively practicing Hospitalist with over 20 years of experience managing patients with complex, high-acuity medical conditions. Detail oriented and thorough, possessing sound judgment and a knack for making the complex simple. Exceptional clinical and communication skills led to multiple leadership positions including Division Chief and Medical Director of Hospital Medicine at Meriter - Unity Point Health Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. Extensive experience in peer review and standard of care assessments. Clinical experience spans the breadth of adult inpatient medicine including sepsis, congestive heart failure, medical emergencies, shock, respiratory failure, and pulmonary embolism. Regularly sought out by Today’s Hospitalist for comment on issues and dilemmas facing Hospital Medicine. Dr Jaskunas’ care was also highlighted in a New York Times article about a medical mystery that he helped solve.
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Kelly Carter, MD, FACEP

HealthAdvise

Verona, Wisconsin
Emergency Medicine - Airway Management, Central Line Placement, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Attack, Stroke, Appendicitis, epidural abscess, aortic dissection, Pulmonary Embolism, Testicular Torsion, Ectopic Pregnancy, Medical Necessity, pediatric emergency, Head Trauma, Billing, Cost Analysis, Emergency trauma
Kelly Carter graduated in the top third of her class from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Medical School. She completed her Emergency Medicine Residency at the Pitt County Memorial Hospital/Brody School of Medicine and was Chief Resident for one year. She is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Kelly has been an emergency medicine physician for 16 years. She also has experience as a telemedicine physician, and was Co-Founder and CEO of Brily Innovations, a company using technology to create products that improved patient care, reduce financial loss and improve efficiency in the emergency department. In her current role Kelly is assisting in charting efficiency through improving EPIC and Cerner templates, phrases, and lists, and gives individual coaching to improve documentation and reimbursement. She has over five years of experience in EPIC, Cerner, and Medhost, and has completed the EPIC Power User Course. She is serving her fourth year on the ...
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Srikar Karanam, DO

Emergency Medicine Expert Witness

Appleton, Wisconsin
Emergency Medicine, Correctional Healthcare - Correctional medicine, Emergency Medicine, Trauma, Stroke, Heart attack, Sepsis, Airway management, Rural Medicine, Cardiac Arrest, Critical care in emergency medicine, MI, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Testosteorne Replacement, Menopause Care, Peptide Therapy
Dr. Srikar Karanam, DO, is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician with extensive experience across diverse healthcare settings. A graduate of Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Karanam has practiced in trauma centers, academic medical centers, certified stroke centers, rural hospitals, and community hospitals. He also served as a Medical Director in correctional healthcare, overseeing the delivery of care in multiple jail facilities. His background provides a comprehensive understanding of emergency medicine standards of care, acute resuscitation, acute stroke, trauma and cardiac management, and the unique challenges of correctional and resource-limited environments. Dr. Karanam offers expert witness services in matters involving emergency medicine, correctional healthcare, and hospital systems, bringing both clinical expertise and administrative leadership to case analysis and testimony.