Prosthetics Expert Witnesses

Pasadena, California

Dentist, Oral Surgery - IME, Chronic Pain, Dry Mouth, Traumatic Injury, Cosmetic Dentistry, Standard of Care, Malpractice, Crowns, Dental Implant, Prosthetics, Joint Pain, Orthotics

Dr. Kevin Cebula graduated from the West Virginia School of Dentistry in 2000. After completing a one-year residency at the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg, West Virginia, he spent 10 years in Lake Havasu City, Arizona practicing general dentistry. He then completed a two-year postdoctoral program in Orofacial Pain and Dental Sleep Medicine at UCLA in order to pursue his interests in TMJ and sleep apnea management. Dr. Cebula specializes in non-surgical TMJ therapy, oral sleep appliances, treatment for headache, neck pain, and chronic dental pain. His dental practice is limited to orofacial pain management and dental sleep medicine. Dr. Cebula has been awarded Fellowship in the American Academy of Orofacial Pain and received board certification from the American Board of Orofacial Pain.

Denver, Colorado

Prosthetics - Amputation, Clinical Prosthetics and Orthotics (CPO), Gait Analysis, Limb loss, Rehabilitation, Lower Limb, Microprocessor Prosthetics, Myoelectric Prosthetics, Orthotics, Osseointegration, Prosthetic Coding, Prosthetic Rehabilitation, Prosthetic Socket Design, Plaintiff and Defense Evaluations, Upper Limb, Prosthetics

Jared is a trusted expert in orthotics and prosthetics, with over a decade of experience recognized for his knowledge, attention to detail, and collaborative approach. As an advanced practitioner, he provides expert clinical care, consults on complex cases, and contributes to national policy and education initiatives. Jared spent over three years at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab (formerly the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago), one of the nation’s preeminent rehabilitation facilities, where he worked with complex amputation cases, neuromuscular conditions, and advanced prosthetic technologies. His experience there deepened his expertise in cutting-edge prosthetic design, rehabilitation strategies, and interdisciplinary collaboration, shaping his approach to patient care and clinical consultation. Jared is dedicated to delivering the highest quality care and advocating for his patients. His in-depth knowledge of regulatory standards—including HCPC coding, CMS compliance, and accred...

Denver, Colorado

Physical Medicine & Rehab, Brain Injury Medicine - Amputation, Spinal Trauma, Prosthetics, Brain Trauma (TBI), Spinal Cord Injury (SCI), Life Care Planning, Electrodiagnostics (EMG), Musculoskeletal Injury, Certified Life Care Planner, CLCP, Amputee, Pain, Brain Injury, PM&R

Dr. Stephenson is an Associate Professor of Clinical Practice in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Colorado with extensive experience in rehabilitation medicine. He has held multiple leadership roles, including Medical Director of Orthobiologics, Brain Injury, the Regional Amputation Center, and the Inpatient Rehabilitation Consultation Service. Board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Brain Injury Medicine, Electrodiagnostic Medicine and Pain Medicine, Dr. Stephenson also holds certification as a Certified Life Care Planner (CLCP), assisting in the assessment of long-term needs for individuals with disabilities. He has provided medico-legal expert opinions in cases involving upper and lower extremity amputation, nerve injury, spinal cord injury, brain trauma, pressure ulcers/injuries, work capacity, and musculoskeletal conditions. Clinically, Dr. Stephenson treats patients with a broad range of disabilities, pain syndromes, brain and spinal...

Orlando, Florida

Physical Therapy, Neurology - Brain injury, Spinal manipulation, Spinal cord injury, Contractures, Debility, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Stroke, Rehab, Technology, Robotics, Falls, Geriatrics, Functional Capacity Evaluation, Nursing Home, Amputation, Prosthetics

Dr. Uzair "Z" Hammad, PT, DPT, NCS, ATP is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with board certification in neurologic physical therapy (NCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties and credentialing as an Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) through RESNA; which is a combination held by very few clinicians nationally. He completed a formal Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency through the University of Central Florida and Orlando Health, one of the country's premier neurologic rehabilitation programs, and currently serves as one of three Rehabilitation Clinical Specialists at Orlando Health's nationally recognized, CARF-accredited Advanced Rehabilitation Institute in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Hammad's clinical practice focuses exclusively on medically complex neurologic populations, including spinal cord injury (SCI), traumatic brain injury (TBI), degenerative conditions, and stroke. He maintains a longitudinal outcomes database for all SCI, TBI, and stroke admissions at...

Sunny Isles Beach, Florida

Dentist - Abscesses/Infections, Anesthesia, Bridges/Crowns, Crowns/Bridges, Dental Implants, Dental Infections, Dental Injuries, Prosthetics, Extractions, Fillings, Dental Forensics, Implants, Jaw Fractures, Oral Surgery, Periodontal/TMD, Record Keeping/Risk Management, Coding. Fraud, Educator

Dr. Lehrer received his D.M.D. degree from the University of Florida in 1984, and after associating as an associate in private dental practices, established a partnership in a dental practice in 1988. As a Member of the Academy of Sports Dentistry and a former college athlete, Dr. Lehrer philanthropically involved himself in the community by providing oral cancer screenings and fabricating protective mouth guards for all of the Nova Southeastern University athletes. Dr. Lehrer has been an Associate Professor at Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine from January 2002 through November 2023 in the departments of Cariology/Restorative Dentistry and Oral Surgery and a member of the American Dental Education Association. In addition, Dr. Lehrer provided continuing education for dental providers in the state of Florida in record keeping/risk management. Dr. Lehrer is currently the medical/dental director for HeadsUp Healthcare, evaluating Worker's Compensation injurie...

Stockbridge, Michigan

Physical Medicine & Rehab, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical - ORTHOTICS, POLIO, PARTIAL FOOT PROSTHETICS, PROSTHETICS, SCOLIOSIS, LOWER EXTREMITY BRACING, INDEPENDENT AMBULATION, TRANS TIBIAL PROSTHETICS, NEURO MUSCULAR BRACING, UPPER EXTREMITY ORTHOTICS, TRANS FEMORAL PROSTHETICS

Mark K. Taylor, MLS, CPO, FAAOP. Orthotic/Prosthetic Practitioner (Retired from Clinical Practice in 2016). Specialty includes but not limited to: Lower Extremity Orthotics, Upper Extremity Orthotics, Spinal Orthotics, Scoliosis Orthotic Management, Partial Foot Prosthetics, Trans-Tibial Prosthetics, Trans-Femoral Prosthetics. Have experience in lifetime planning for patients who will be needing orthotics and or prosthetic care for the rest of their lives to maintain independence. Very familiar with the current Scope of Practice dealing with orthotic and prosthetic patient care.

Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota

Dentist, Public Health - Dental Implants, Preventative Health, Oral Pathology, Dental Education, prosthetics, Dentures, Crown and Bridge, Bone Grafting, Surgical Complications, Nerve Injury Risk, Informed Consent, Dental Documentation, Dental Record Reviews, Treatment Planning

I am a practicing general dentist and dental practice owner in Minnesota. My clinical background includes general dentistry, implant dentistry, prosthetics, dentures, surgical extractions, bone grafting, oral pathology screening, treatment planning, informed consent, and dental documentation. A large part of my clinical work involves diagnosing, treatment planning, placing and restoring implants, managing restorative and prosthetic complications, performing surgical extractions, grafting, evaluating radiographs, and helping patients understand realistic risks and expectations. I have particular experience with implant complications, denture and implant-retained prosthetic issues, crown and bridge treatment, retained root decision-making, post-operative complications, and documentation around surgical and restorative care. I am a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and have additional training and clinical focus in implant dentistry. I also hold an MPH and ...

New Hyde Park, New York

Physical Medicine & Rehab - Limb loss, Skilled Nursing Facility, Amputation, Below knee amputation, Above knee amputation, Phantom limb pain, Chronic pain, Prosthetics, Muscle weakness, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Strokes

Dr. Tahsin Ashraf is a board certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physician practicing in NY. She completed her medical degree at NYCOM and completed residency at Stonybrook University Hospital. Dr. Ashraf helps patients with limb loss, spasticity, gait abnormalities, stroke, chronic pain, and orthopedic issues maximize their mobility and function. She works closely with prosthetists to help patients with amputations receive appropriate prosthetics. Dr. Ashraf helps patients with joint pains and performs joint injections (steroid, gel). She treats spasticity which can include bracing and Botox injections. She has worked in a variety of settings including acute rehabilitation, subacute/skilled nursing facilities and in offices offering in person visits and telemedicine visits.

Southampton, New York

Physical Therapy, Nursing Homes - physical therapy, merit, standards of care, amputation, prosthetics, falls, geriatrics, orthopedics, functional capacity evaluation, nursing homes, PT, rehabilitation

Updated 10/22/23 Summary: -Doctor of Physical Therapy -PhD in Physical Therapy (dual doctoral degrees) -Board-Certified in Geriatrics -Board-Certified in Orthopedics -Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist -Program Chair -National/International presenter -Published scientific journal manuscripts/textbook chapters -Can perform independent physical therapy examinations Beyond being a licensed physical therapist (DPT) and a PhD in Physical Therapy, I am also dual board-certified in Orthopedics and Geriatrics from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, which in turn is recognized and promoted by the American Physical Therapy Association. I have over 14 years of experience working with primarily geriatric, orthopedic, and amputee populations in nearly all the primary clinical settings (skilled nursing, sub-acute rehabilitation, acute rehabilitation, and outpatient rehabilitation.) I currently serve as the Chair and an Associate Professor of Physical Therapy at Stony Bro...

Frisco, Texas

Medical Devices, Biomedical Engineering - Ophthalmology, Spinal Implants, Non-Active Implants, Cardiology, Ventilators, General Hospital, Orthopedic, Gynecology/Obstetrics, General Surgical Equipment, In-Vitro Diagnostics, Dental, Software, Neurology, Prosthetics, Sterilization, 483 Warning Letters, FDA Regulatory Compliance, FDA Approvals

Denise Holliday is a proven strategic innovator and tactical leader in highly regulated environments, including quality management systems, international regulatory compliance, and medical device risk management. As a leading medical device regulatory consultant for Capwell Consulting Group, she provides strategic support to medical technology businesses, healthcare organizations, and startups. She delivers expert testimony for medical device litigation, guiding attorneys and organizations through the complexities of the global medical device industry. Manufacturers and attorneys trust Ms. Holliday to help navigate the complex regulatory landscape of medical device manufacturing and ensure compliance with standards and guidelines. Spanning almost two decades, Ms. Holliday’s career in medical device regulatory compliance and quality assurance showcases her extensive leadership experience. She conducts ISO 13485Medical Device and ISO 9001Quality Management certification audits, spear...

Beaumont, Texas

Prosthetics, Medical Devices - Amputation, PROSTHETIC EXPERT, Prosthetics, Orthotics, ARM AMPUTATION, AMPUTEE SOLUTIONS, Doctor, loss of foot, ABOVE the KNEE AMPUTEE, BELOW the KNEE AMPUTEE, Artificial legs, Knee amputation, Foot amputee, lower leg amputation, accident injury, life care amputee, leg A.F.O, Finger artificial, Back brace, cost analysis prosthetics

Legal Battles and Lifesavers: The Case for Expert Testimony Tom LeTourneau – Executive Summary 🧑‍⚕️ Professional Identity • Licensed Prosthetist & Orthotist (L.P.O., C.P.O., F.A.A.O.P.) with 40+ years of clinical, technical, and executive experience • CEO & Chief Practitioner of LeTourneau Lifelike Orthotics and Prosthetics, Inc., serving Texas and Louisiana • Nationally recognized innovator, clinician, and medical legal consultant 🏢 Leadership & Practice Management • Founded and expanded a multi office O&P practice to 13 locations, serving 5,000+ patients annually • Built one of the region’s most comprehensive prosthetic and orthotic service networks • Oversaw clinical operations, device design, manufacturing, billing, coding, and compliance • Developed strong referral networks with physicians, therapists, hospitals, and insurers 🛠️ Clinical & Technical Expertise • Advanced proficiency in: o Microprocessor knees, hips, and feet o Myoelectric upper extremity systems o High-perf...