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Lung Cancer Expert Witnesses

Lung cancer 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 lung cancer. The lung cancer expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Cardiothoracic Surgery, Critical Care Medicine, Diagnostic Radiology, Hematology, Hospitalist, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Preventive Medicine, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Radiation Oncology, Radiology, Sleep Medicine, Thoracic Surgery, and Vascular Surgery.

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Michael T Christensen, MD, MBA

Oncology Expert Witness

Gilbert, Arizona

Radiation Oncology, Oncology - radiation injury, misdiagnosis, standard of care, delayed diagnosis, malpractice, causation, stereotactic radiosurgery, brachytherapy, breast cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer, brain tumor, spine tumor, head and neck cancer, skin cancer, rectal cancer, cervical cancer, radiation side effects, lymphoma, sarcoma / soft tissue tumor

Board-Certified Radiation Oncologist with extensive clinical experience in diagnosing and treating a wide spectrum of cancers, including breast, lung, prostate, brain, spine, head and neck, lymphoma, skin, rectal, cervical, uterine, and sarcoma/soft tissue tumors. Proficient in advanced radiation therapy techniques such as IMRT, SBRT, stereotactic radiosurgery (CyberKnife/Gamma Knife), brachytherapy, and radiopharmaceuticals. Licensed physician with an active medical license and a strong background in quality assurance, radiation safety, and peer review. Highly adept at evaluating standards of care, causation, and treatment-related complications in oncology, as well as reviewing cases involving delayed diagnosis, misdiagnosis, radiation injury, and malpractice claims. Participated in quality and safety committees, contributing to best practice guidelines and hospital safety initiatives. Available for expert witness services including case review, narrative reports, depositions, an...

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Peter Baik, DO

Lodestar Consultants, LLC

Goodyear, Arizona

Thoracic Surgery - robotic surgery, thoracic oncology, cancer diagnosis and staging, lung cancer, esophageal cancer, mediastinal tumor, lung cancer diagnosis, lung cancer diagnosis delay, lung cancer life expectancy

Dr. Baik is a board-certified general thoracic surgeon specializing in thoracic oncology and fellowship-trained in minimally invasive thoracic and esophageal surgery. He has performed more than 900 robotic thoracic procedures. Dr. Baik has authored many publications and presented at many national, regional and local conferences. Dr. Baik is an active member of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, American College of Surgeons and the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. He practices in Goodyear, AZ. Services Include: - Medical legal Record Review - Forensic analysis and reporting - Expert Witness Testimony - Telephone Conference/Meetings - Video Testimony

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Roy Artal, MD

UCLA Educated | Cedars Sinai Staff | Clinician

Los Angeles, California

Pulmonary Disease, Sleep Medicine - Asthma, Central Sleep Apnea, COPD, Cough, CPAP, Drowsy Driving, Emphysema, Hypersomnia, Insomnia, Lung Cancer, Narcolepsy, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Parasomnia, Pneumonia, Pulmonary Embolism, Pulmonary Nodule, REM Behavior Disorder, Respiratory Failure, Restless Legs Syndrome, Sarcoid

Dr. Roy Artal is a multi-board-certified physician specializing in pulmonary medicine, sleep medicine, and critical care medicine, with more than 20 years of full-time clinical practice in Southern California. He has served as a medical-legal expert witness on behalf of both plaintiff and defense counsel for over 20 years, having reviewed 100-plus cases, provided deposition testimony on approximately 20 occasions, and authored detailed, evidence-based medical-legal reports; his opinions have never been excluded. A graduate of the UCLA School of Medicine, Dr. Artal completed his undergraduate degree with honors at the University of Southern California, his Internal Medicine residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and fellowship training in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine through the Cedars-Sinai–UCLA–Veterans Administration Combined Fellowship Program. He has been in full-time clinical practice since 2001 and is a member of the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine...

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Ashkan L Naraghi, MD

Pulmonary/Critical Care & Internal Medicine Expert

Ashkan Lee Naraghi, MD, Inc

Beverly Hills, California

Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine - Pulmonary, Critical Care, Occupational Lung Disease, Inhalational injuries, Fire, Smoke, Lung Cancer, Hospital Medicine, Skilled Nursing Faciilty, Sub-Acute, Post-Acute, Hospice and Palliative Care, Silicosis, COPD, Asthma, Pneumothorax, Hemothorax, Workman's Compensation, QME, General Medicine

Dr. Ashkan Lee Naraghi is a board-certified pulmonologist, intensivist, and internist with extensive academic, clinical, and medico-legal experience. He is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and formerly served as Clinical Chief of the Pulmonary and Critical Care Division within the Department of Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Naraghi earned his undergraduate degree in Neuroscience from UCLA and his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, followed by fellowship training in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Cedars-Sinai. He is the co-founder of the Beverly Hills Lung & Sleep Institute, where he maintains an active clinical practice, and serves as an attending physician at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. His clinical scope includes pulmonary medicine, critical care medicine, sleep disorders, cardiopulmonary evaluat...

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Tara Washington, MD

Board Certified Radiation Oncologist

Hancock Medical Expert Consultants

Trabuco Canyon, California

Radiation Oncology - Breast Cancer, Brain Tumors, Prostate Cancer, Lung Cancer, Rectal Cancer, Delay of Diagnosis, Oncology, Uterine Cancer, Skin Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Radiation Injury, Spine

Radiation Oncologist with 30 years of experience treating patients with conditions such as Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Lung Cancer, and Brain Tumors with radiation. She has managed the care of patients receiving radiation alone or in combination with surgery and/or chemotherapy. Having practiced in both academic settings at Wayne State University/Detroit Medical Center and community practice settings as an Assistant Clinical Professor with the City of Hope, she is familiar with various practice styles. During her career, she has brought physicians in multiple specialties together by organizing Tumor Boards (patient care strategy sessions) and Continuing Medical Education Conferences. She has also worked on committees to develop best practice guidelines for Breast and Gynecological Cancers. Currently, she serves as a trained Surveyor for The American Society of Radiation Oncology’s Accreditation for Practice Excellence Program which entails visiting facilities i...

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Alexander R. Marmureanu, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgeon | Clinical Faculty

Los Angeles, California

Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery - Cardiac Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Minimally Invasive Cardiovascular Surgery, Cardiovascular Disease, Pulmonary Critical Care, VATS, Lung Cancer, Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Medical Devices, Hospital Administration, General Surgery, CABG, Bylaws

I am a board-certified cardiothoracic and general surgeon with an active clinical practice in Los Angeles, California, specializing in complex cardiovascular and thoracic surgery, including minimally invasive, robotic, and endovascular techniques. I am licensed to practice in California and New York. I serve as President and CEO of California Heart & Lung Surgery Medical Center, Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Centinela Hospital Medical Center, and Director of Cardiovascular Surgery at Southern California Hospital at Culver City. I also hold an academic appointment as Assistant Professor of Surgery and serve as Chair of the Bylaws Committee as well as a Member of the Faculty Assembly Committee at the California University of Science and Medicine. My training includes a General Surgery residency and research fellowship at New York University and Mount Sinai Medical Center, followed by a Cardiothoracic Surgery fellowship at UCLA, where I subsequently served on faculty. My cli...

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James L Pearle, MD

Western Pulmonary Medical Group, Inc.

Corona Del Mar, California

Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine - occupational lung disease, hospitalist medicine, sleep apnea, apnea, COPD, asthma, asbestosis, critical care medicine, lung cancer, pneumonia, chronic bronchitis, medical malpractice, Covid, mold exposure

Asbestosis and Occupational Lung Diseases with national expertise and publications. Medical Malpractice. Sleep Disorders, Hyperbaric Medicine, Hospitalist, Pulmonary , Critical care and Internal Medicine. Former Medical Director Kindred Hospital, Former Hospital Chief of Staff, Director of Hospital Respiratory Therapy, President Western Pulmonary Medical Group, Inc, President Southern California Hospitalist Network, Independent Medical Examiner, President and Principal Investigator California Research Medical Group, Inc. (over 125 trials as PI), over 100 depositions and trials. Board certified in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease. Fellow, American College of Chest Physicians, Former Assistant Professor, UCLA School of Medicine. Clinical Professor of Medicine, UC Irvine School of Medicine Chairman, Physician Well-Being Committee, St. Jude Medical Center

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Zafia Anklesaria, MD

Medical Director: Pulmonary and Critical Care

Los angeles, California

Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease - Intensive Care, Inhalation lung disease, Pulmonary nodules, Interstitial Lung Disease, ARDS, Pulmonary embolism, Sepsis, Occupational lung disease, Lung Cancer, pleural effusion, Pulmonary hypertension, ICU delay in Care, ICU procedure complication, Tracheostomy, Mechanical ventilation, Hospital Acquired infections, Pressure wound

I am a board certified seasoned Pulmonologist and Intensivist, currently in full time active clinical practice. My current position which I have held for 7 years, is as the medical director of the intensive care unit and pulmonary services at a busy downtown Los Angeles community hospital. I have extensive experience in all fields of critical care medicine including cardiac and neurological critical care. I also have vast experience and knowledge regarding the treatment and prevention of pulmonary embolism, management of sepsis, mechanical ventilation, respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, interstitial lung disease, and obstructive lung diseases. At my hospital I am a respected educator of residents, and I am a leading member of our peer review committees, quality and safety committees, resuscitation committees, venous thromboembolism treatment and prevention committees and I am chairwoman of our hospital bylaws committee. I am a clear communicator and pride myself on being fair and ...

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Steven M. Simons, MD

Former Chief of Staff - Cedars Sinai

Steven M Simons MD, INC

Beverly Hills, California

Pulmonary Disease, Internal Medicine - Asthma, pulmonary embolism, pneumonia, lung cancer, pulmonary masses, bronchoscopy, mechanical ventilation, pleural effusions, COPD, emphysema

Over 20 years experience. Former Chief of Staff, Chief of Medicine, Chief of Pulmonary Division - Cedars- Sinai Health System. Currently Medical Director, Medical Affairs - Cedars- Sinai Health System. Clinical Professor of Medicine UCLA School of Medicine. Chair, Medication Safety, Cedars-Sinai Health System Chief Medical Officer, Directors’ Guild of America Expert Reviewer, Medical Board of California Peer Reviewer, Journal of Clinical and Medical Case Reports Chair, Peer Review and Credentials, Cedars-Sinai Medical Network

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Susan M Freeman, MD

Board Certified Medical Oncologist

Shoshanna Medical Consulting LLC

Denver, Colorado

Oncology - breast cancer, ovarian cancer, standard of care, causation, life expectancy, delayed diagnosis, lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, colon cancer, national guidelines, chemotherapy

I have practiced medical oncology in the Denver area since 1993. For the first 15 years, I was a partner at Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers. For the past nearly 17 years, I practiced at Kaiser Permanente Colorado (KPCO). During my time at KPCO, I was involved in leadership, quality and teaching. I spearheaded the development of a multidisciplinary cancer program, was the leader of my oncology team and was also the leader of our multidisciplinary breast cancer team. During my internal medicine internship, I was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA, medical school honor society) and received numerous teaching awards for my dedication to teaching. I have continued to teach residents on the oncology service during my time at KPCO. I feel comfortable with formal, pre planned lectures as well. I believe deeply in "knowledge is power" for my patients. I have spent my career helping my patients understand their diagnosis, staging and prognosis. Equipped with this knowledge, they can ...

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John Ferguson, MD, MPH, FCCP

Board certified medical director ICU and Pulmonary

Critical Care and Pulmonary Consultants

Arvada, Colorado

Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease - Critical care, Infectious disease, Pulmonary hypertension, Pulmonary embolism, Neurocritical care, Sleep medicine, Lung cancer, Bronchoscopy, ICU, Sepsis, ARDS, Pneumonia

Board certified pulmonary, critical care, neurocritical care, and internal medicine community physician. Medical director of mixed surgical/trauma ICU at level 2 trauma center and neurocritical care unit. Medical director of pulmonary medicine department and former medical director of sleep medicine with expertise in each of these fields. Former associate clinical professor at Rocky Vista University, having trained many medical students and nurse practitioners. Former certified principal investigator for Rocky Mountain Center for Clinical Research. Former membership chair and member at large of the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Society of Critical Care Medicine.

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Larry S. Wasser, M.D. FCCP

Pulmonary-Critical Care Medicine Expert Witness

West Hartford, Connecticut

Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease - Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Hospitalist Medicine, Medical Malpractice, Urgent Care, Pulmonary Embolism, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Asthma, COPD, Respiratory failure, Lung Cancer, Interstitial lung disease, Asbestosis, Post-operative management, Covid-19, Occupational lung disease, Mold

I am a board-certified pulmonary and critical care physician with approximately 40 years of experience in pulmonary medicine, critical care medicine, and mechanical ventilation management. I am licensed to practice medicine in the states of California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Wisconsin. I completed fellowship training in Pulmonary Medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City following residency training in Internal Medicine in Manhattan. I formerly served as Managing Partner of Associated Pulmonologists of Western Connecticut and held attending physician appointments in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Danbury Hospital and within the Nuvance Health System. I also previously served as an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. My clinical experience includes the management of complex pulmonary and critical care conditions including respiratory ...

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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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Omar Ragab, M.D.

Expedient Medicolegal Services

Washington DC, District Of Columbia

Radiation Oncology, Oncology - Chemotherapy, Cancer Treatment, Standard of Care, Complications, Radiation Injury, Side Effects, Risk Factors, Misdiagnosis, Delayed Diagnosis, Internal Radiation, Prostate Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Uterine Cancer, Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Rectal Cancer, Eye Cancer, Skin Cancer

Dr. Ragab is a premier, nationally-recognized, board-certified, and fellowship-trained radiation oncologist with additional fellowship training in brachytherapy. Dr. Ragab holds an MD degree from the University of Southern California, and completed residency training in Radiation Oncology at the LAC+USC medical center followed by a brachytherapy fellowship at UCLA. He was on faculty at USC Norris Cancer Hospital for six years, prior to transitioning to the Deparment of Veterans Affairs. He is extensively published in bench, clinical, and biopsychosocial oncologic care. He has experience in utilization review, case management, medical necessity and standard of care reviews, chart reviews, and expert witnessing in all facets of oncologic care. He holds medical licenses in California and New York.

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Stephen Milan, MD

Pulmonary & Critical Care Expert Witness

Stephen Milan MDPA

Boca Raton, Florida

Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine - interventional pulmonology, critical care, Asthma, septic shock, biopsy, advanced bronchoscopy, respiratory failure, ventilator management, cardiogenic shock, lung nodule, bronchoscopy complication, pulmonology, mechanical ventilation, pulmonary embolism, pneumonia, intensive care, COPD, shock, lung cancer, ARDS

I am a board-certified physician in Pulmonary Medicine and Critical Care Medicine with extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of complex pulmonary disease and critically ill patients. I maintain an active clinical practice in South Florida and serve as Director of Interventional Pulmonology at Delray Medical Center. My practice focuses on pulmonary medicine, intensive care medicine, and advanced interventional pulmonary procedures. My clinical work includes the diagnosis and management of lung cancer, pulmonary nodules, COPD, pneumonia, respiratory failure, pleural effusions, pulmonary infections, and other complex pulmonary diseases. I routinely manage critically ill patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) and provide care for patients requiring mechanical ventilation, ventilator management, ventilator weaning, and multidisciplinary critical care management. I provide pulmonary consultation in both inpatient and outpatient settings and regularly evaluate patients wi...

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Jeffrey C Wolkowicz, MD

Disease of the Lungs

Pulmonary Physicians of South Florida

Coral Springs , Florida

Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Disease - Asthma, Reactive Airways Disease, COPD, Pneumonia, Lung Cancer, Bronchitis, asbestosis, Occupational Lung disease, sleep apnea, ARDS

I provide support to Litigators, IME's, record reviews + expert testimony for over 10 yrs. Have served as expert witness including testimony at depositions + in court to both plaintiff + defendants , in the fields of, Pulmonary Medicine, Pneumonia, COPD, sleep apnea, Reactive Airways Disease, lung cancer, asbestos + Occupational Lung diseases

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Sophia M Edwards-Bennett, MD

Radiation Oncology Expert Witness

Lutz, Florida

Radiation Oncology, Oncology - radiation injury, misdiagnosis, standard of care, complications, lymphoma, delayed diagnosis, breast cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, head and neck cancer, skin cancer, rectal cancer, cervix cancer, uterus cancer, sarcoma/soft tissue tumor, brain tumor, spine tumor, malpractice, causation

Multiple award-winning, multi-state licensed, Board-Certified Radiation Oncologist with medical and oncology postgraduate education from Harvard's Cancer Therapeutics and Research Program, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Cornell Medical College. Fifteen (15) years as a practicing radiation oncologist, established and launched Radiation Oncology Centers nationally and internationally, and authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in the field of oncology. Equipped with extensive experience in treating cancer of all body sites utilizing a variety of radiation therapy delivery techniques. Invited speaker at numerous national and international conferences. Extensive teaching experience presenting educational content to a broad spectrum of audiences: from community outreach, cancer support groups and church events. Served on several committees including the ACRO (American College of Radiation Oncology) Membership Committee. Awards include: American Council Best in ...

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Jessica Anchor-Samuels, MD

Internal Medicine Expert- 2 Ivy League degrees

Florida

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Shirish Amrutia, MD, FCCP

Pulmonary Critical Care Sleep Medicine Specialist

Northside Hospital Atlanta

Marietta, Georgia

Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine, Sleep Medicine - Respiratory Failure, Multi organ failure, ARDS, Mechanical Ventilator, Sepsis, Shock state, Pulmonary Embolism, Lung Cancer, Lung Nodule, Asthma, COPD, ILD, Occupational Lung Disease, OSA, Narcolepsy, Hypersomnia, Standard of Care, ICU management, Airway Management, CPAP BiPaP

Dr. Shirish Amrutia, MD, FCCP, is a quadruple board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, and Sleep Medicine with over 15 years of clinical experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings in the Atlanta area. He manages complex respiratory and critical illness, including acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), sepsis, and respiratory failure requiring mechanical ventilation. His practice also includes chronic pulmonary diseases such as COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease (ILD), pulmonary embolism, lung nodules, and lung cancer, as well as sleep disorders including obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and narcolepsy. Dr. Amrutia serves as Medical Director of a hospital sleep laboratory and participates in Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine oversight committees. He teaches physician assistants, respiratory therapists, and nursing staff, and delivers ongoing clinical education on pulmonary and critical care topics. In lega...

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NEEL SHAH, MD, FACP

Wheaton, Illinois

Hematology, Oncology - Medical Oncologist, Hematologist, Cancer, Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, Melanoma, Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Myeloma, Kidney Cancer, Liver Cancer, Oncology, Hematology, Blood Disorders, Leukemia, Lymphoma, Bleeding, Sarcoma

I am currently a licensed M.D. in the State of Indiana. I completed a three-year residency program in Internal Medicine at the University of Illinois. After completing that residency, I completed a three-year fellowship at Rush University Medical Center. I am a triple board certified physician in Medical Oncology, Hematology & Internal Medicine. I have been practicing Hematology and Medical Oncology on a full-time basis since 2007. I have 10 years of experience reviewing cases, as well as being an expert witness. I have reviewed cases that deal with hematology and medical oncology issues. I also have trial and deposition experience. A full narrative report can be supplied with each case review, if needed.

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Matthew Nobari, MD

Associate Professor of Pulmonary/Critical Care Med

Pro PCCM Consulting LLC

Maywood , Illinois

Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine - Sepsis/infection, ARDS, Respiratory Failure/vent, Intubation, PE/DVT, Asbestos, Asthma/cough, COPD, Emphysema, EBUS, Bronchoscopy, Lung cancer, Hypoxia/mis-intubation/airway, Acute renal failure, Heart Failure, Interstitial Lung Disease, Smoke/mold/COVID, Occupational injury, Causation, Tracheostomy

Matthew Nobari, MD, is a clinician educator, researcher, and triple board-certified in internal medicine, pulmonology and critical care. He provides full-time care to patients with a variety of diseases including, but not limited to, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pulmonary hypertension, asthma, interstitial lung disease, lung cancer, sepsis, and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). He is committed to providing comprehensive care to all of his patients. Dr. Nobari is actively involved in the teaching and mentorship of medical students, residents and fellows at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and Loyola University Medical Center. Prior to joining Loyola, Dr. Nobari was Assistant Professor of Medicine at University of California San Diego where he was clinical faculty of the year (2021), interim director of Interventional Pulmonary (2018-2020), and received the White Ribbon Award for Lung Cancer Care. While at UCSD, he served as a mentor for...

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Dhruv Bansal, MD, MBA

Medical Oncologist-Mesothelioma,Lung,skin cancers

Chicago, Illinois

Oncology - Mesothelioma, Lung Cancer, Thymoma, Thymic Cancer, Melanoma, Squamous cell skin cancer, Merkel Cell Cancer, Skin Cancer, Basal Cell cancer, Small Cell lung cancer, non small cell lung cancer, Carcinoid tumor, Immunotherapy

Dr. Dhruv Bansal, MD, MBA is a board-certified medical oncologist specializing in thoracic oncology, skin malignancies, immunotherapy, and clinical trial development. He currently serves in multiple leadership roles at Endeavor Health/NorthShore in the Chicago area, including Program Director for Immunotherapy, Lead of the Molecular Tumor Board, and Academic Lead for Thoracic Medical Oncology. He also serves as a member of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and has led system-wide oncology clinical trial integration initiatives across a large health network. Dr. Bansal has extensive expertise in lung cancer, melanoma, immunotherapy-related toxicities, molecular oncology, clinical trial operations, and emerging cancer therapeutics. His clinical and academic focus includes non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), biomarker-driven oncology, immune checkpoint inhibitors, targeted therapies, molecular diagnostics, ctDNA-guided treatment strategies, and precision oncology workflows. He ha...

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Jessica Anchor-Samuels, MD

Internal Medicine Expert- 2 Ivy League degrees

Massachusetts

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Chigozirim N Ekeke, MD

Thoracic Surgeon-University of Michigan Faculty

Plymouth, Michigan

Thoracic Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery - Lung surgery, Esophagus surgery, Chest Wall Surgery, Achalasia, Paraesophageal hernia, Esophagus cancer, Thoracotomy pain, Lung Cancer, Robotic thoracic surgery, ECMO, Mediastinal disease, Empyema, Chest Trauma, Rib fixation, Bronchoscopy, Anastomotic leak, Airway disease, VATS, GERD, Pneumothorax

Dr. Chigozirim "Chigo" Ekeke is a board-certified thoracic surgeon and Assistant Professor of Thoracic Surgery at the University of Michigan, where he also serves as Surgical Director of the Michigan Surgical Health & Optimization Program (MSHOP), the institution's perioperative optimization and prehabilitation program. Dr. Ekeke maintains a high-volume robotic thoracic surgical practice with particular expertise in esophageal surgery, lung cancer resection, chest wall reconstruction, and minimally invasive techniques. He is among the highest-volume chest wall surgeons in the state of Michigan. His practice encompasses the full spectrum of general thoracic surgery, including complex esophageal, airway, lung, mediastinal, and chest wall disease, treated with advanced endoscopic, laparoscopic, and robotic surgical techniques. He completed his undergraduate and medical school education at The Ohio State University, followed by training in the Integrated Cardiothoracic Surgery program...

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Tushar R Shah, MD, MHA

Genesys Hurley Cancer Institute

Flint, Michigan

Radiation Oncology, Oncology - Radiation Oncology, Oncology, Breast cancer, lung cancer, brain tumor, stereotactic radiosurgery, prostate cancer, gynecological cancer, head and neck cancer, lymphoma, gastrointestinal cancer, Radiation injury, peer review, implant therapy, radiation side effects

I am Board Certified (American Board of Radiology) in Radiation Oncology and in active clinical practice since 2003. I utilize Standards of Care and National Published Guidelines in my clinical practice in oncology. I am available to provide medical chart review, narrative reports, consultation/testimony for plaintiffs and defense.

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Craig A Nachbauer, MD, RPVI, MBA

North Country Thoracic and Vascular

Plattsburgh, New York

Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery - Thoracic Surgery, Phlebology, Non-invasive Vascular Testing, Lung Cancer

Dr. Craig Nachbauer is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and has practiced thoracic and vascular surgery since 1991. He is experienced in medical record review, determinations of standard of care, and deposition and testimony in medical malpractice cases. Dr. Nachbauer received his thoracic surgery residency at the Ohio State University Hospitals. After a fellowship in pediatric cardiothoracic surgery at Emory University, he completed his training as Clinical Associate in Cardiothoracic Surgery at The Cleveland Clinic. Currently, Dr. Nachbauer is in private practice, specializing in thoracic and vascular surgery. He serves as Medical Director of Plattsburgh Advanced Imaging. He was former medical director of the University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital Wound Center.

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Glen T. Granati, MD

Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine - Academic MD

Astoria, New York

Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine, Hospitalist - COPD, Asthma, Interstitial Lung Disease, Ventilators, Intubation, Respiratory Failure, Pneumonia, Septic Shock, Pleural Effusions, Lung Cancer, Occupational Lung Injury, Tracheostomy, Critical illness, Non-Invasive Ventilation, Pulmonary Hypertension, Acid-Base Disorders, Emphysema, Bronchiectasis

Dr. Glen T. Granati is a highly skilled physician and medicolegal consultant specializing in pulmonary and critical care medicine. He holds a distinguished career in both clinical practice and academia, providing expert insights in medical-legal matters. Dr. Granati completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Stony Brook University Hospital, where he honed his foundational clinical expertise. He then pursued advanced training with a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the prestigious Albert Einstein College of Medicine at Montefiore Medical Center, equipping him with in-depth knowledge in the management of complex pulmonary and critical care conditions. Since becoming an attending physician in 2020, Dr. Granati has played an active role in clinical care and teaching. He has served as a Chief of the Pulmonary Service, where he led his practice in the management of ill patients with pulmonary disease. Currently, he holds an academic appointment as Assistant Pro...

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Timothy P. Korytko, MD

Oncology Expert Witness

Cooperstown, New York

Oncology, Radiation Oncology - Brain tumor, spine tumor, radiation injury, delayed diagnosis, breast cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, liver cancer, head and neck cancer, lymphoma, skin cancer, rectal cancer, cervix cancer, uterus cancer, sarcoma/soft tissue tumor, radiopharmaceuticals, liver radioembolization, brachytherapy

• Board Certified Radiation Oncologist in active practice over 10 years. • 5+ years in administrative leadership chairing a radiation oncology department. • Published author in area of radiation oncology. Board certified radiation oncologist with over 10 years clinical experience treating and diagnosing patients with brain tumors, spine tumors, breast cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, liver cancer, head and neck cancer, lymphoma, skin cancer, rectal cancer, gynecologic cancers, and soft tissue tumors. Extensive clinical experience providing radiation therapy to all areas of the body including the lung, breast, brain, spine, and liver, and in radiopharmaceuticals. Available to provide expert witness services in medical malpractice and personal injury cases in the areas of cancer treatment, treatment-related damages, causation, and claims of delayed cancer diagnosis.

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Jessica Anchor-Samuels, MD

Internal Medicine Expert- 2 Ivy League degrees

New York

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Chandar R Abboy, MD

Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Physician

Chandar Abboy MD PLLC

Charlotte, North Carolina

Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease - Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Sleep Medicine, Internal Medicine, Sepsis, Septic Shock, ICU care, Mechanical Ventilation, Lung masses and nodules, ARDS, Pneumonia, COPD, Asthma, Life Support, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, sleep disorders, Pulmonary Embolism, Lung Cancer

Triple boarded in Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, and Sleep Medicine. I finished my undergraduate education at the University of California, Irvine with Bachelor of Science and Minor in History. My other trainings was at Madras Medical College, Chennai, India for medical school. I did Internal Medicine residency was at The Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, OH. I completed Pulmonary/Critical care fellowship at NYU Langone Hospital in Mineola, NY. I had been in private practice for greater than 9 years seeing patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting. I am currently doing predominantly critical care work and regularly involved with patient care. Current active medical licenses in North and South Carolina, California, Georgia, Indiana, New Mexico, Mississippi, Oklahoma, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Vermont, Nevada, Nebraska, Montana, Delaware, Oregon, Wyoming, Iowa, West Virginia and Georgia. Currently residing in Charlotte, NC.

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Gina M Matacia Andolina, MD

Clinically active medical oncologist

Cincinnati, Ohio

Oncology, Hematology - breast cancer, colon cancer, lung cancer, chemotherapy, standard of care, delayed diagnosis, rectal cancer, anal cancer, esophageal cancer, bleeding, blood clot, pulmonary embolism, pancreatic cancer, blood thinners, failure to follow up on abnormal imaging , brain cancer, time to diagnosis, cancer misdiagnosis

Dr. Gina Matacia Andolina is a board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist with over 14 years of active clinical practice. She provides independent medical expert witness services and medical-legal consulting for attorneys handling oncology-related litigation, including cancer misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, and treatment-related complications. Dr. Matacia Andolina offers rapid case screening, comprehensive medical record review, and clear, defensible expert opinions grounded in current oncology standards of care and real-world clinical experience. She is experienced in evaluating complex cancer cases and communicating medical issues clearly for legal proceedings. She is an actively practicing medical oncology and hematology specialist in Cincinnati, OH. Breast cancer delay in diagnosis • Failure to follow abnormal imaging (mammogram, CT, PET) • Failure to diagnose malignancy (solid tumors and hematologic cancers) • Chemotherapy complications and toxicity • Immunothe...

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Jessica Anchor-Samuels, MD

Internal Medicine Expert- 2 Ivy League degrees

Pennsylvania

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C. Gerard Petersen, M.D.

Petersen Expert Services PLLC

Allentown, Pennsylvania

Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine, Sleep Medicine - Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Sleep Medicine, Lung Cancer, Pulmonary Nodules, Lung Mass, Pulmonary Embolism, COPD, Asthma, Reactive Airways Disease, Asbestos, Mold, Pneumonia, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, CPAP, Narcolepsy, CDL, Motor Vehicle Accident, Aspiration Pneumonia, Occupational Lung

Board Certified: Pulmonary Disease - ABIM, Sleep Medicine - ABSM, Critical Care Medicine - ABIM, Internal Medicine - ABIM Dr. Petersen has been in clinical practice for more than 22+ years as a board-certified physician in the areas of Pulmonary, Sleep and Critical Care Medicine. He has been a member of his hospital network's peer review committee for 20+ years. He has provided medical-legal consultation on 75+ cases & 11+ depositions/testimony involving topics of lung cancer, asthma, reactive airways disease, obstructive sleep apnea, CDL, sepsis, pneumonia, aspiration pneumonia, mechanical ventilation and intensive care unit (ICU) management.

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Robert Freed, MD

ER & ICU Imaging – Chest/Abdomen/Pelvis

Midwest Radiology

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology - Emergency Radiology, Abdominal Imaging, Body Imaging, Thoracic Imaging, Artificial Intelligence, Radiology AI, Appendicitis, Bowel Obstruction/perforation, PE/DVT, Pneumonia, Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, Liver, Kidneys, Spleen, Aortic rupture/dissection, Pancreatitis/pancreas cancer, Traumatic Injury, Trial Demonstratives, 3D Printing

I am uniquely positioned to opine on imaging of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis, with dual fellowships in Abdominal Imaging and Emergency Radiology from UPMC, where I also served as faculty, and a full time practice at Midwest Radiology, the nation’s largest physician owned radiology group with more than 180 radiologists. My daily work focuses on high volume CT and MRI interpretation for emergency patients, giving me both academic rigor and real world perspective. I frequently consult on malpractice cases involving missed or delayed diagnoses, emergency imaging interpretation, and complex abdominal and chest pathology. Attorneys and paralegals rely on me for meticulous, well documented reports, dependable turnaround, and testimony that makes complex imaging understandable. When helpful for case presentation, I collaborate with the healthcare division of Ricoh to transform a patient’s CT data into precise visual reconstructions and 3D printed models. These life sized models can demo...

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Nathaniel R Evans, III, MD

Academic Thoracic Surgeon, Professor of Surgery

Wynnewood, Pennsylvania

Thoracic Surgery - Lung Cancer, Lung Nodule, Esophageal Cancer, Thoracoscopy, Robotic Surgery, Hiatal Hernia, Thymoma, Thymectomy, Mediastinal Mass, Sympathectomy, Thoracotomy, Lobectomy, Pneumonectomy, Wedge Resection, Segmentectomy, VATS, Chest Wall, Diaphragm, Mediastinoscopy

>15 years in practice as Thoracic Surgeon performing solely non cardiac Thoracic Surgery. Expertise in Lung Cancer, Esophageal Cancer and all aspects of non cardiac thoracic surgery. Extensive experience in minimally invasive and robotic surgery. Faculty member and Professor of Surgery at Academic Medical Center. Training: Surgery Resident Massachusetts General Hospital 2002-20007 Thoracic Surgery Fellow MAssachussets General Hospital 2007-2009 Certifications: Thoracic Surgery General Surgery Licenses: PA, NJ, DE

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Andres Zirlinger, MD

Pulmonary and Critical Care Expert

Center Valley, Pennsylvania

Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine - Asthma, COPD, Respiratory Failure, ARDS, Sepsis and Septic shock, Pulmonary embolism, Mechanical ventilation, Cardiac arrest, End of life, Medical decision making, Airway management, Pulmonary embolism, Interstitial lung disease, Severe infections, Pneumonia, Lung nodule, Lung masses, Lung cancer

Dr. Zirlinger brings over 12 years of clinical experience and board certifications in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, and Critical Care Medicine to his role as an expert witness. His comprehensive knowledge and ability to articulate complex medical concepts with clarity make him a reliable and authoritative voice in legal proceedings. With extensive experience managing diverse and challenging cases in acute and chronic care settings, Dr. Zirlinger provides objective, evidence-based assessments. He has earned numerous awards for excellence in medical education and serves as the Director of Pulmonary and Critical Care Specialty Training, underscoring his commitment to maintaining the highest professional standards. Dr. Zirlinger is also bilingual in English and Spanish, allowing him to offer his expertise to a broader range of cases and clients. His professionalism, attention to detail, and proven ability to communicate effectively ensure precision and credibility in every ca...

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Daniel E Schwed - Lustgarten, MD

Lansdale, Pennsylvania

Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine - Thoracic oncology, lung cancer, lung volume reduction, bronchoscopic lung volume reduction, BLVR, bronchoscopy

ABIM certifications in: Internal Medicine (Hospitalist), Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care medicine Spanish - English Bilingual

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James Khatcheressian, MD

Medical Oncologist - Expert Witness

Khatch Med-Legal Consulting

Richmond, Virginia

Oncology, Hematology - Breast cancer, Lung cancer, hematologic malignancies, colon cancer, solid malignancies, lymphoma, clotting disorders, anemia, anticoagulation, life expectancy, expert witness, causation, delayed diagnosis, cancer expert, medical record review, prognosis, failure to diagnose, missed diagnosis, survival analysis, oncology expert

Dr. Khatcheressian is a board-certified medical oncologist who has been in clinical practice since 2004. He served as an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University from 2004 to 2008 and has since been in private practice at the Virginia Cancer Institute (VCI). Dr. Khatcheressian has served on the management committee of VCI, a physician-owned practice of more than 20 oncologists, for the past seven years, including in the role of Vice President. He has also served as Medical Director of Research at VCI and is a Fellow of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Khatcheressian has reviewed a wide range of medical-legal matters involving standards of care, medical causation, liability, and life-expectancy. He is experienced in analyzing complex medical and causation issues and in presenting opinions in a clear, logical, and concise manner for attorneys and other legal professionals.

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Reed Brian Mitchell, MD

Experienced Expert Witness and Clinician

Mid-Atlantic Medical Consulting

Midlothian, Virginia

Oncology, Hematology - Lung cancer, colon cancer, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer, stomach cancer, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, clotting disorders, anemia, anticoagulation, bleeding disorders, hematology disorders, leukemia, Hodgkins disease, life-expectancy, expert witness, causation, delayed diagnosis

I have been practicing Hematology, Oncology, and Internal Medicine in Virginia since 1992. For 7 years I was Assistant Professor of Medicine at VCU and since then have been in private practice. I served on the management team of a 20+ physician private practice for 10 years, including 3 years as managing partner. I worked continuously over that time developing ways to make medical record keeping more accurate and concise, providing benefits to all who might need to access or understand a patient's medical records. I have reviewed a wide variety of cases with regard to standards, causation, liability, and life-expectancy. I enjoy analyzing complex and manifold medical issues, boiling them down to their essence, and providing, whether for medical, personal, or legal purposes, a coherent and concise analysis. Most importantly, however, I focus on the care of my patients. ● Board certified in Oncology, Hematology, and Internal Medicine ● Assistant Professor of Medicine, Virginia Comm...

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Clinton F Merrill, MD

Western Oncology & Hematology Consulting Services

Laramie, Wyoming

Hematology, Oncology - Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Lung Cancer, Leukemias, Lymphomas, Myeloma, Myeloproliferative Disorders, Myelodysplastic Syndromes, Benign Hematology, Anemia, Bleeding and Clotting Disorders

Experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of all solid tumors as well as the full range of hematologic malignancies. Special expertise in benign hematology including: anemias, low blood cell counts, iron overload disorders, and bleeding and clotting disorders. I take pride in providing thorough record review, meticulously researched reports reflecting unbiased opinions, and excellent communication skills with the ability to make the complex understandable.