Rehabilitation Expert Witnesses
Rehabilitation 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 rehabilitation. The rehabilitation expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Audiology, Brain Injury Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Chiropractic, Construction, Correctional Healthcare, Critical Care Medicine, Disability Evaluation, Engineering, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, Legal Nurse Consulting, Life Care Planning, Massage, and Medical Management.
Paul J Roubal, PT, DPT, PhD, MSc, OCS
PhysioMeFit, LLC
Arizona
Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical
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Rehabilitation, neuroanatomy, anatomy/shoulder, orthopedics/manipulation, neuroscience, therapeutic ultrasound, TM joint dysfunction, pain control, headaches, physical therapy in oncology, cardiac conditioning, balance & gait dysfunction and rehabilitation
EDUCATION CONT:
Bachelor of Arts in Biology – SUNY Oswego,
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
PhysioMeFit, LLC- Stuart, FL
Owner/Physical Therapist/Consultant 2019- Present
Physical Therapy Specialists, P.C. - Troy, MI
Owner/Physical Therapist 1977-2019
Physical Therapist/ Administrator 2019- Present
Responsibilities include direct patient care and administration.
Volunteer at Treasure Coast Hospice, 2022 to present
PUBLISHED RESEARCH: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Paul_Roubal
CONTINUING EDUCATION
I have been involved in thousands of hours of postgraduate education, including courses taught by the most prominent orthopedic/sports physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons in the world. These include courses directed by Cyriax, Kaltenborn, Paris, Rocabado, McKenzie, Grimbsby, Pettman & Fowler/Canadian Manual Therapy and Olaf Evjenth.
I have also attended a large variety of course work offered by various orthopedic institutes, as well as the American Physical Therapy Association Or...
Neeti Bathia, MD
Expedient Medicolegal Services
San Mateo, California
Physical Medicine & Rehab, Pain Management - Medicine
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Traumatic Injury, Standard of Care, Back Injury, Chronic Conditions, Joint Pain, Range of Motion, Return of Function, Rehabilitation, Pain Management
Dr. Neeti Bathia is a board certified physical medicine and rehabilitation physician who specializes in the diagnosis and management of spine problems and other musculoskeletal complaints. She trained at Weill Cornell Medical College, the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, and the Hospital for Special Surgery, and she has been practicing medicine in the Bay Area since 2011. She currently works as a Physiatrist in private practice.
Dr. Bathia’s clinical expertise includes fluoroscopically guided cervical, thoracic and lumbar epidural injections, facet joint injections, sacroiliac joint injections, and medial branch ablations. She has experience treating conditions that are a result of traumatic injury, over use, chronic medical conditions, sports injuries, and chronic pain. She is also skilled in ultrasound guidance for joint and soft tissue injections, and she has a particular clinical interest in treating pregnant and postpartum women with back and hip pain and people who run ...
Zeina A Grifoni, MPT, NCPT
Praxis Med Experts
San Rafael, California
Physical Therapy
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Physical, Therapy, Psychology, Physical Therapist, Therapist, rehabilitation, cardiovascular rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, orthopedic care, chronic pain management, sports rehabilitation, Pilates
Zeina Grifoni, MPT, is a licensed Physical Therapist with over 20 years of experience in all areas of rehabilitation. Her work has ranged from inpatient care including cardiovascular rehabilitation and neurological rehabilitation to outpatient orthopedic care including pre-and post-operative care, chronic pain management, sports rehabilitation, rehabilitation post motor vehicle accident, and special conditions including osteoporosis, scoliosis, joint replacements, osteoarthritis, Elhers-Danlos Syndrome, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, Lyme disease, ALS, MS, Parkinson’s disease, and women’s health issues. She is also a specialist in Pilates and Pilates for rehabilitation.
In addition to her extensive range of practice, she educates both Physical Therapists and Pilates Instructors in rehabilitation and how to maximize rehabilitative success in patients while working within the scope of practice. She also collaborates with doctors developing rehab protocols for special populations. ...
Dr. Kelly S. Harvey, MS, PT, DPT, TPS, CLCP, CFCE
Forensic Analyst, Damages Expert, Life Care Plans
Harvey Medical Legal Consulting
Los Angeles, California
Life Care Planning, Physical Therapy
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Trauma, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Traumatic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Amputation, Burns, Pain Management, Defense Medical Exam, Functional Capacity Eval, Workman's Comp, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Life Care Planner, Catastrophic Case Management
Dr. Harvey is internationally respected as a pediatric, adult, and geriatric rehabilitation expert. She specializes in the treatment of complex orthopedic trauma, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputations, and burns. She draws from her 30 years of evidenced based practice expertise, utilizing a clinically driven research approach, with the support of a dynamic network of multidisciplinary experts, to serve and deliver on each case.
Harvey Medical Legal Consulting provides Life Care Planning, A Day in the Life Video Presentations, Expert Witness Reports and Testimony, Damage Assessment, Medical Record Review, and Life Expectancy Services.
Dr. Harvey routinely provides expert opinions addressing the following diagnoses:
Orthopedic Trauma, Traumatic Brain Injury, Anoxic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Amputation, Burn Injury, Birth Injury, Neurologic Injury, Chronic Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Chronic Illness, Dental Injuries, Psychiatric, Psychological Tr...
Daniel Neudorf, DO
Brain Injury, PM&R, and Life Care Planning Expert
California Rehab Physicians
Santa Cruz, California
Physical Medicine & Rehab, Brain Injury Medicine
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Brain Injury, Spinal Cord, Stroke, Trauma, Orthopedic, Musculoskeletal, TBI, IME, Life Care Plan, QME, Causation, Disability, Nerve, Spine, Injury, Catastrophic, SCI, Rehabilitation, Expert, Brain
Dr. Neudorf is Dual Boarded in PM&R and Brain Injury Medicine, with 10+ years experience managing traumatic brain injury, stroke, nontraumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, musculoskeletal injury, non-surgical orthopedics, non-surgical spine, and complex polytrauma. Additionally he is a QME for State of CA and a Certified Life Care Planner (CLCP). He provides thorough, defensible IME reports and life care plans, and is poised and articulate in testimony.
-Board Certified in PM&R and Brain Injury Medicine
-Fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (FAAPMR)
-Certified Life Care Planner (CLCP)
-Qualified Medical Examiner for the State of CA (QME)
-Sacramento Top Doctor 2022
JOSELINE NGUYEN, DC.
San Jose, California
Chiropractic, Critical Care Medicine
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Rehabilitation, Preventive medicine, Disability evaluation, Pain management medicine
Vishal Thakral
Double Board-Certified Sports Physician
Westlake Village, California
Physical Medicine & Rehab, Sports Medicine
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Sports Medicine, Rehabilitation, Muscoloskeletal sonography, Platelet rich plasma, Stem cell injections, Steroid injections, Tendon injections, Trigger point, Achilles tendinitis, Adhesive capsulitis, ACL, Biceps tendinitis, Carpal tunnel syndrome, Cervical rediculopathy, Cervical stenosis
Credentials:
Diplomate, American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Diplomate, American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Certificate of Added Qualifications in Sports Medicine
Registered in Musculoskeletal Sonography
Affiliations:
Clinical Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA
Memberships:
American Osteopathic Association of Sports Medicine
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
American Osteopathic Association
American Association of Orthopedic Medicine
Dr. Vishal Thakral is double board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine with a subspecialty in Musculoskeletal Sonography. Dr. Thakral specializes in musculoskeletal and orthopedic injuries related to the joints and spine. Dr. Thakral's medical interests include sports medicine utilizing musculoskeletal ultrasound-guided procedures to perform regenerative treatments for ...
Edward L. Fronapfel, MSCE, PE, CBIE, CFCC, EDI, CBCP, MAE, F.ASCE, F.NAFE
SBSA LLC a Charles Taylor Company
Golden, Colorado
Engineering, Construction
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Construction defects litigation, property analysis, rehabilitation, design review, subrogation, allocation, premise liablity, catastrophic claim analysis
Edward L. Fronapfel, MSCE, PE, D-IBFES, DFE, CBIE, CFCC, CBCP, EDI, PTI1, F.NAFE, F.ASCE has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and a Master of Science in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in structural and forensic engineering. Ed's a Certified Level 2 Infrared Thermographer, Certified 3rd Party EIFS Inspector, Certified Forensic Claims Consultant, Board Certified Building Inspection Engineer, and Certified Building Commissioning Professional. He is a registered engineer in the States of AL, AR, AZ, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA,MA, MD, MI, MN, MS, MT, MO, NE, NJ, NV, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR,PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, WY .
Edward has been deposed nearly 800 times, and admitted into trial settings over 110 times. He has been used as an expert in arbitration and mediations over 500 times since the late 1990's.
Edward is an instructor for the College of Contract Management, U.K, Diploma in Structural Forensic Engineering
Edward has been an adjunct professo...
DeAndrea Williams
Aurora, Colorado
Disability Evaluation, Vocational Rehabilitation
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vocational evaluation, employment, FMLA, Medical Review, life care planning, Leave of Absence, Employability Analysis, life care planner, developmental disabilities, Short Term Disability, ADA Accommodations, Labor, Psychometric, rehabilitation, Long Term Disability, Rehabilitation Counseling
DeAndrea T. Williams is an esteemed expert in vocational evaluation, rehabilitation counseling, and life care planning, holding certifications as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), Certified Life Care Planner (CLCP), International Psychometric Evaluator (IPEC), and Certified Vocational Evaluator (CVE). She is the President and CEO of Land of Goods Vocational Consulting, where she excels in conducting comprehensive vocational evaluations, labor market analysis, and transferable skills analysis, alongside overseeing medical and psychological reviews and job skills training. She has office locations in Florida and Colorado but practices Nationwide. With a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Kentucky and a Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Services from Florida State University, DeAndrea has a strong educational foundation complemented by advanced training from Sarlas’s Forensics Services and SEAK’s expert witness practice programs.
Her pr...
Marlon O Mitchell, MD
Expert in geriatrics/corrections/general medicine
West Hartford, Connecticut
Geriatrics, Family Medicine
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correctional medicine, corrections, inpatient medicine, hospital medicine, jail, pressure ulcer, long-term care, nursing home, visiting nurse, prison, consultation, adult, teen, adolescent, women, SNF, short-term rehab, rehabilitation, plan of care, ethics
Dr. Marlon Mitchell, MD, a double-board certified geriatrician and family physician, brings years of experience across diverse healthcare settings to his role as an expert witness. With a commitment to evidence-based, compassionate care, Dr. Mitchell has worked in Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), rehabilitation and nursing facilities, large academic hospital systems, and correctional facilities in Washington, DC. This extensive background allows him to deliver nuanced insights into the standards of care in outpatient and inpatient settings, CMS compliance in both long- and short-term care facilities, and the unique clinical and administrative demands of correctional healthcare.
Dr. Mitchell’s broad expertise and dedication to objective, high-quality care make him an invaluable asset for legal cases requiring specialized medical knowledge. Contact Dr. Marlon Mitchell for a trusted, impartial perspective on geriatric and family medicine standards, regulatory compliance, an...
Kent A. Edwards, PT,DPT,GCS,CLWT
Brooks Rehab Home Health
Homosassa, Florida
Physical Therapy, Geriatrics
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Elderly, Geriatrics, lymphedema, home health care, Outpatient therapy, skilled nursing facility, nursing home, falls, assisted living facility, balance, orthopedics, sub-acute, rehabilitation, acute care, rehab, long term care, exercise, total joint replacement, physical medicine and rehabilitation
Dr. Edwards has been a practicing physical therapist since 2005 after earning his Bachelors degree from the University of Central Florida. He then earned his Doctorate in Physical therapy from A.T. Still University in 2015. He has significant clinical experience in multiple settings, including home health, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, outpatient clinics and acute care hospitals. He has worked extensively with geriatric populations and with individuals with neurological, orthopedic, and trauma related conditions. Dr. Edwards has been an APTA Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist for over 20 years and is also a Certified Lymphedema and Wound Therapist. He continues to work as an experienced physical therapy clinician, but has also worked as a clinical educator, manager and trainer in multiple settings.
Geriatric Clinical Specialist
Certified Lymphedema and Wound Therapist
Falls Expert
Rehabilitation Expert
Home Health Care Expert
Standards of Care Expert...
Susan Minter, DNP, APRN
Correctional Nurse Practitioner-National Speaker
Susan Minter DNP APRN LLC
Brooksville, Florida
Correctional Healthcare, Nurse Practitioner
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correctional medicine, correctional nursing, nursing administration, nursing homes, rehabilitation, facilities, correctional standards of care, addiction, primary care, nursing standards of care, jails, prisons, medication adherence, nurse practitioner, registered nurse, licensed practical nurse
Doctorate prepared nurse practitioner from a leading university. Double board certified. Expert in medication adherence standards and audit trails. Currently practicing full-time as a primary care nurse practitioner at one of the largest jails in the country. 33 years' experience in healthcare, veteran USAF medical corps officer, leading expert consult for attorneys regarding correctional cases and standards of care for both jails and prisons, including high profile cases. Frequent national speaker at NCCHC conferences, and nurse practitioner AANP national conferences regarding current issues and standards of care for nurse practitioners and correctional staff.
Published author regarding study for hypertension medication adherence. High level administration experience in both acute and post-acute settings, including wound care and nursing home standards of care.
Paul J Roubal, PT, DPT, PhD, MSc, OCS
PhysioMeFit, LLC
Stuart, Florida
Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical
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Rehabilitation, neuroanatomy, anatomy/shoulder, orthopedics/manipulation, neuroscience, therapeutic ultrasound, TM joint dysfunction, pain control, headaches, physical therapy in oncology, cardiac conditioning, balance & gait dysfunction and rehabilitation
EDUCATION CONT:
Bachelor of Arts in Biology – SUNY Oswego,
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
PhysioMeFit, LLC- Stuart, FL
Owner/Physical Therapist/Consultant 2019- Present
Physical Therapy Specialists, P.C. - Troy, MI
Owner/Physical Therapist 1977-2019
Physical Therapist/ Administrator 2019- Present
Responsibilities include direct patient care and administration.
Volunteer at Treasure Coast Hospice, 2022 to present
PUBLISHED RESEARCH: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Paul_Roubal
CONTINUING EDUCATION
I have been involved in thousands of hours of postgraduate education, including courses taught by the most prominent orthopedic/sports physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons in the world. These include courses directed by Cyriax, Kaltenborn, Paris, Rocabado, McKenzie, Grimbsby, Pettman & Fowler/Canadian Manual Therapy and Olaf Evjenth.
I have also attended a large variety of course work offered by various orthopedic institutes, as well as the American Physical Therapy Association Or...
Deborah Watkins, EMHL, MSN, RN, CCM, CRRN, CLCP, MSCC
Medical-Legal Solutions
Sarasota, Florida
Life Care Planning, Medical Management
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Rehabilitation, Orthopedic, Catastrophic /Complex/Chronic Disease, Developmental Disability, Adult, Pediatric, Workers Comp, Liability, Data Analysis, Medical File Review, Bill Review, Medical Cost Projections, Medicare Secondary Payer, Case Management, Disputes, Denials, Appeals, Nurse Consulting
Seasoned, results-oriented, and versatile clinician and former insurance executive; offering extensive experience in Life Care Planning, Expert Testimony, leadership and all facets of complex medical claims integrating technology, evidenced-based clinical and technical processes, quality assurance, and case management, Possesses articulate communication skills, both verbal and written. Entrepreneur/ Innovator at the Intersection of Healthcare, Insurance and Technology, InsurTech/ HealthTech
REGISTERED NURSE (RN) – STATE OF FLORIDA
CERTIFIED REHABILITATION REGISTERED NURSE (CRRN)
CERTIFIED CASE MANAGER (CCM)
CERTIFIED LIFE CARE PLANNER (CLCP)
MEDICARE SET ASIDE CONSULTANT CERTIFIED (MSCC)
Sigma Theta Tau International Nurses Honor Society (STTI)
International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP)
Case Management Society of America (CMSA)
Association of Rehabilitation Nurses (ARN), Health Policy Committee Member
National Association of Professional Women—2013 Profess...
Cynthia Fuller, CCC-SLP
Third Opinion MD, LLC
Clayton, Georgia
Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology
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Aspiration, Dementia, Malnutrition, Speech Pathology, Speech Therapy, Neuro-Degenerative Diseases, Audiology, Dysphagia, Nursing Homes, Stroke, Choking, Geriatric, Parkinsons, Swallowing Disorders, Dehydration, Head Injury, Rehabilitation, TBI, Vocal Cord Paralysis, Hypoxia
Licensed in Speech Pathology/Audiology for more than 44 years with specialized experience in dysphagia evaluation and treatment, dementia management, Parkinsons and Stroke rehabilitation, head injury rehabilitation in acute: skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, outpatient clinic settings. Served as clinical specialist for rehabilitation corporations and developed protocol and web seminars for swallowing, dementia management, hearing impaired, staff-in services and workshops. Available for medical records and other documents review, case disposition analysis and video depositions and testimonies.
Darren W. Volk, MS, PT, CLT
Third Opinion MD, LLC
Clayton, Georgia
Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical
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Physical Therapy, Acute Care, Range of Motion, Automobile Accident, Vehicle Injury, Arthritis, Hyperextension, Orthopedics, Exercise, Extension, Abduction, Rehabilitation, Wellness, Muscle Flexibility, Adduction, Wound Care, Pain, Rehab Protocol, Cervical
Licensed Physical Therapist with more than 27 years of experience. Served as an expert witness on automobile accident injuries.
Available for medical records review, case disposition analysis, depositions and court testimonies.
Walter S Friberg, MD, Cert. Ac., FAAPMR, MCIME, FACIME
Friberg Spine & Joint Institute
Chicago, Illinois
Physical Medicine & Rehab, Pain Management - Medicine
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IME, file review, Rehabilitation, EMG/NCV, Osteopathic manipulation, Physical Therapy, Diagnostic ultrasound, Acupuncturist, Legal Medicine, Addiction Medicine, Intellectual Property consulting for health professionals
Diplomate, American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation; Diplomate, American Board of Independent Medical Examiners; Clinical Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Author of book "Movements and Orthopedic Tests" and two patents.
Pia Spitzer, MSN/MSHCA, PHN, RN, FN-CSp
Wise Alliance Consulting
Overland Park, Kansas
Nursing Homes, Nursing Administration
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Elder abuse, Elder neglect, Nursing Home abuse, Nursing professional malpractice, hospital, Home Health, Assisted Living, Nursing administration, Medication Errors, Nurse, Rehabilitation nurse, Legal Nurse Consultant, Nurse Life Care planning, Skilled Nursing Facility, Rehabilitation
Ms. Spitzer is a Legal Nurse Consultant. She is an Experienced Chief Nurse Executive, Hospital Director, and Corporate Consultant to multiple Skilled Nursing Facilities in the past, Director of Quality and Risk in a Rehabilitation hospital and experienced in all aspects of Administrative and internal clinical operations. Ms. Spitzer has 21 years of healthcare experience in various settings and has opined on multiple nursing issues as a Consulting Expert and as an Expert Witness. Ms. Spitzer has extensive knowledge of State and Federal Regulations as they apply to Long Term Care, acute care, and rehabilitation. As a Corporate Consultant, she was heavily involved in all aspects of clinical operations including survey preparations, plans of correction write ups, writing and updating policies and procedures, staffing issues, educating nursing staff on clinical skills, elder abuse allegations investigations and reporting, standards of care, and all other aspects of clinical care. Ms...
Paul J Roubal, PT, DPT, PhD, MSc, OCS
PhysioMeFit, LLC
Louisiana
Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical
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Rehabilitation, neuroanatomy, anatomy/shoulder, orthopedics/manipulation, neuroscience, therapeutic ultrasound, TM joint dysfunction, pain control, headaches, physical therapy in oncology, cardiac conditioning, balance & gait dysfunction and rehabilitation
EDUCATION CONT:
Bachelor of Arts in Biology – SUNY Oswego,
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
PhysioMeFit, LLC- Stuart, FL
Owner/Physical Therapist/Consultant 2019- Present
Physical Therapy Specialists, P.C. - Troy, MI
Owner/Physical Therapist 1977-2019
Physical Therapist/ Administrator 2019- Present
Responsibilities include direct patient care and administration.
Volunteer at Treasure Coast Hospice, 2022 to present
PUBLISHED RESEARCH: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Paul_Roubal
CONTINUING EDUCATION
I have been involved in thousands of hours of postgraduate education, including courses taught by the most prominent orthopedic/sports physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons in the world. These include courses directed by Cyriax, Kaltenborn, Paris, Rocabado, McKenzie, Grimbsby, Pettman & Fowler/Canadian Manual Therapy and Olaf Evjenth.
I have also attended a large variety of course work offered by various orthopedic institutes, as well as the American Physical Therapy Association Or...
Paul J Roubal, PT, DPT, PhD, MSc, OCS
PhysioMeFit, LLC
Michigan
Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical
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Rehabilitation, neuroanatomy, anatomy/shoulder, orthopedics/manipulation, neuroscience, therapeutic ultrasound, TM joint dysfunction, pain control, headaches, physical therapy in oncology, cardiac conditioning, balance & gait dysfunction and rehabilitation
EDUCATION CONT:
Bachelor of Arts in Biology – SUNY Oswego,
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
PhysioMeFit, LLC- Stuart, FL
Owner/Physical Therapist/Consultant 2019- Present
Physical Therapy Specialists, P.C. - Troy, MI
Owner/Physical Therapist 1977-2019
Physical Therapist/ Administrator 2019- Present
Responsibilities include direct patient care and administration.
Volunteer at Treasure Coast Hospice, 2022 to present
PUBLISHED RESEARCH: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Paul_Roubal
CONTINUING EDUCATION
I have been involved in thousands of hours of postgraduate education, including courses taught by the most prominent orthopedic/sports physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons in the world. These include courses directed by Cyriax, Kaltenborn, Paris, Rocabado, McKenzie, Grimbsby, Pettman & Fowler/Canadian Manual Therapy and Olaf Evjenth.
I have also attended a large variety of course work offered by various orthopedic institutes, as well as the American Physical Therapy Association Or...
Linda R Barbour, MD, CLCP
Barbour Medical Consultants
Kansas City, Missouri
Physical Medicine & Rehab, Life Care Planning
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Accidents, Burns, Musculoskeletal, Brain Injury, Amputation, Stroke, Spinal Cord Injury, Rehabilitation, Trauma, Orthopedic Injuries, Nationwide
Dr. Barbour is a board certified physiatrist as well as a certified Life Care Planner. She has extensive experience in managing on-going rehabilitation needs. She possesses deep expertise in aging with a disability having cared for patients who have suffered a devastating injury or illness throughout their lifespan. She has been providing Expert Witness work for over 5 years and recently has expanded her services to include Life Care Planning.
She brings unique experience in understanding standard of care, clinical guidelines, and "usual, customary and reasonable" from her decade plus experience leading utilization management for payer organizations. Having also served as a Residency Program Director, her enjoys the educational and teaching aspects of her work as an Expert Witness and Life Care Planner.
She strives to be very responsive to inquiries and easy to work with. If you have a case you would like to review, please book a complementary 15 minute consult at the link below (...
David Haustein, MD, MBA, CLCP, CPLCP
Certified physician life care planner, CLCP, CPLCP
PM Consulting
Springfield, Missouri
Physical Medicine & Rehab, Life Care Planning
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Life Care Planning (LCP), Electrodiagnosic Medicine, Neuropathy, Amputations, Musculoskeletal, Neurologic, Orthopedic, Rehabilitation, Physiatry, EMG, Medicolegal Review, IME, Chart Review, Radiculopathies, Certified Physician Life Care Planner, Amputee, Disability, Impairment, Expert Opinion
As a board-certified physician specializing in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, I care for patients requiring neurological, orthopedic, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. I am also a certified physician life care planner and I specialize in life care plan creation and review for individuals who have experienced serious injury or illness.
I serve on many university and national committees and editorial boards and regularly present locally, regionally, and nationally.
I serve as faculty with the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine and am board-certified in PM&R with additional subspecialty certification in neuromuscular medicine.
Theresa Anne Schmidt, PT,DPT,MS,OCS,LMT,CEAS
Educise PC
Newbury, New Hampshire
Physical Therapy, Massage
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Malpractice, personal injury, orthopedics, rehabilitation, massage therapy, exercise, fitness, ergonomics, manual therapy, mobilization, pain, falls, soft tissue injury, work-related injury, allied health, physiotherapy, continuing education
Board-certified Specialist, Orthopedic Physical Therapy since 1994, American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties.
Over ten years as faculty in physical therapy, physical therapist assistant, massage therapy and physical education, recreation and dance programs in NY and NH.
Peer-reviewed medical journals: published scientific journal author: MOJ Orthopedics and Rheumatology and Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Massage Therapy Journal, International Fascia Research Congress presenter research author, and platform presentation speaker.
Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist, Back School of Atlanta.
Private practice physical therapist for over 30 years.
Presented for American Physical, Occupational and Massage Therapy Associations, NASA Inomedic Health, Cleveland Clinic, Johns Hopkins, Vanderbilt Medical, Wake Forest, private companies and medical centers across the US.
Approved provider of continuing education by National Certification Board of Therapeut...
GEORGE BARNES
Speech-Language Pathologist / Dysphagia & Choking
SwallowStudy & Associates, LLC
Maplewood, New Jersey
Speech-Language Pathology, Nursing Homes
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swallowing, swallowing disorder, dysphagia, aspiration, pneumonia, choking, asphyxiation, medically complex, frail, elderly, geriatric, physical medicine, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, slp, medical complexity, oral, pharyngeal, esophageal, choke
George Barnes, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, has been a certified speech-language pathologist (SLP) with his Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language & Hearing Association (ASHA) since 2013 after completing his Clinical Fellowship Year in 2012-2013. He obtained his Board Certification as a Specialist in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders (BCS-S) from the American Board of Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders (AB-SSD) in 2022. He has earned 6 ASHA ACE awards for far exceeding the required hours for continuing education through presenting and attending conferences/webinars.
George is the founder/CEO of an SLP company that provides mobile endoscopic swallowing tests in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. He specializes in dysphagia evaluation and management in various clinical settings, collaborating with a team of medical professionals to provide comprehensive care for people with dysphagia and their caregivers.
George authors research-based articles via ASHA a...
Dr. Michelle E Wolpov, PT, DPT, MBA, AT(R), CSCS
Physical Therapy Expert Witness since 2002
Physical Therapy Expert Witness Services
Freehold, New Jersey
Physical Therapy
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Physical Therapy, Physical Therapist, Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal Injury, Standard of Care, Rehabilitation, Health Club, Personal Training, Personal Trainer, Fitness, Gym
Dr. Wolpov has practiced in the physical therapy industry for over 37 years, and she specializes in the outpatient orthopedic setting. In 1987, Dr. Wolpov graduated from Ithaca College with an undergraduate degree in Physical Therapy. She began employment as a PT in a variety of settings, including acute care in hospitals, and subacute care in nursing homes, home care, and assisted-living facilities. She also worked with athletes from the U.S. Olympic Team and for the NY Giants. In 2001, Dr. Wolpov graduated top of her class, with a 4.0 GPA and an MBA from Monmouth University. In May 2002, Dr. Wolpov opened Game Shape Physical Therapy and Fitness Center in Manalapan, NJ. Game Shape is a premier full-service physical therapy facility, also offering exclusive one-on-one personal training and fitness memberships. Game Shape is a Rehabilitation Network - Participating Location with the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City.
In addition to working as a physical therapist,...
Daniel J. Lee, PT, DPT, PhD, GCS, OCS, COMT
Physical Therapy Expert- Chair of Doctoral Program
Southampton, New York
Physical Therapy, Nursing Homes
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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...
David Z Prince, MD
Prince Medical Consultants
Scarsdale, New York
Pediatric Physical Medicine & Rehab, Cardiovascular Disease
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Cardiac Rehab, Rehabilitation, PMR, Cardiopulmonary Rehab, Expert, Exercise, Life Care Planning, Media
Board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Expert in Cardiac Rehabilitation, post-acute care, post-cardiac care, post-cardiothoracic surgery rehabilitation. Chief Quality Officer for Rehabilitation Medicine involved in education of residents and overseeing quality metrics for both in-patient and out-patient settings. Over 20 years experience providing outstanding clinical care following successful completion of both Internal Medicine and PMR residencies. Liscensed to practice meidicine in New York State.
Paul J Roubal, PT, DPT, PhD, MSc, OCS
PhysioMeFit, LLC
New York
Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical
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Rehabilitation, neuroanatomy, anatomy/shoulder, orthopedics/manipulation, neuroscience, therapeutic ultrasound, TM joint dysfunction, pain control, headaches, physical therapy in oncology, cardiac conditioning, balance & gait dysfunction and rehabilitation
EDUCATION CONT:
Bachelor of Arts in Biology – SUNY Oswego,
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
PhysioMeFit, LLC- Stuart, FL
Owner/Physical Therapist/Consultant 2019- Present
Physical Therapy Specialists, P.C. - Troy, MI
Owner/Physical Therapist 1977-2019
Physical Therapist/ Administrator 2019- Present
Responsibilities include direct patient care and administration.
Volunteer at Treasure Coast Hospice, 2022 to present
PUBLISHED RESEARCH: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Paul_Roubal
CONTINUING EDUCATION
I have been involved in thousands of hours of postgraduate education, including courses taught by the most prominent orthopedic/sports physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons in the world. These include courses directed by Cyriax, Kaltenborn, Paris, Rocabado, McKenzie, Grimbsby, Pettman & Fowler/Canadian Manual Therapy and Olaf Evjenth.
I have also attended a large variety of course work offered by various orthopedic institutes, as well as the American Physical Therapy Association Or...
Kevin Kucko, MAPT, ATC
Physical Therapy
Mooresville , North Carolina
Physical Therapy, Occupational Medicine
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Physical Therapy, rehabilitation, peripheral neuropathy, TMJ, Work injury, occupational Injury, Functional Capacity Evaluation
I am licensed physical therapists with over 27 years of experience in physical rehabilitation. I have treated patients throughout my career including when serving as Director of Rehabilitation at a Regional Medical Center just north of Charlotte NC. I currently have a private practice, where I continue to treat patients’ full time.
My specific areas of expertise are in Work Injuries/Ergonomics, Peripheral Neuropathy, and treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. I have conducted research in these areas and presented throughout the United States at over 200 continuing education seminars for therapists, dentists and physicians. I have extensive experience with Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE’s) and return to work testing.
ADVANTAGES: Include a meticulous review of medical records. I see this as the largest area overlooked or inadequately reviewed in preparation for trial and depositions. For Injury and Medical Malpractice cases where physical rehabilitation is in...
Scott E. Singer, MD, MPH
Occupational and Environmental Medicine Physician
Experts In Medicine, LLC
Chagrin Falls, Ohio
Occupational Medicine, Sports Medicine
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Covid 19, Causation, Concussion, Industrial accident, Rehabilitation, MRO, Workers Compensation, Football, Environmental, Exposure Assessment, Toxic Exposure, TBI, Traumatic Brain Injury, Manganese, Benzene
Dr. Singer, President of MEDSource One, is one of the nations' leading causation experts. He has been practicing Occupational Medicine and Sports Medicine in Northeast Ohio for almost 30 years. He has provided service in all aspects of occupational health and safety and has served as the Team Physician for the Cleveland Monsters (American Hockey League) since 2007 and the Cleveland Gladiators (Arena Football League) since 2008. With the 2020 pandemic, Dr. Singer became one of the national experts on workplace Covid exposures.
As a graduate of Northwestern University and The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Dr. Singer completed residency training in Internal Medicine at Northwestern University Memorial Hospital and in Occupational Medicine at The University of Pennsylvania. He has also received a Masters Degree in Public Health / Occupational Medicine from the University of Michigan.
Dr. Singer is Board Certified in Occupational Medicine and has served as Medical Dire...
Aarti Singla, MD, MBA, CIME
Award-Winning Physiatrist- IME and Life Care Plan
Cincinnati, Ohio
Physical Medicine & Rehab, Pain Management - Medicine
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Life Care Planning, Medical Cost projections, Catastrophic injuries, Non-catastrophic injuries, Rehabilitation, Spine injury, Back Pain, Sciatica, Nerve blocks, Radiculopathy, Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Chronic Pain, Neuropathy, non-surgical orthopedic care, herniated discs
Expert Physiatrist and Life Care Planner:
Dr. Singla is a dual board-certified physiatrist, trained at Johns Hopkins, specializing in interventional pain management, non-surgical orthopedic care, and chronic pain management. She is board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine, and holds certifications as an Independent Medical Examiner and Certified Life Care Planner.
As a Fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, she completed an ACGME-accredited fellowship in Pain Medicine. Dr. Singla has over 10 years of experience in various settings, including outpatient private practice and inpatient hospital care, and holds active licenses in Ohio and Kentucky.
Her areas of expertise encompass life care planning, and medical cost projections, spinal injuries, spinal cord injuries, falls, trauma, motor vehicle accidents, brain injuries, complex regional pain syndrome, back pain, sciatica, nerve blocks, radiculopathy, spondylosis, spinal ...
Paul J Roubal, PT, DPT, PhD, MSc, OCS
PhysioMeFit, LLC
Oklahoma
Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical
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Rehabilitation, neuroanatomy, anatomy/shoulder, orthopedics/manipulation, neuroscience, therapeutic ultrasound, TM joint dysfunction, pain control, headaches, physical therapy in oncology, cardiac conditioning, balance & gait dysfunction and rehabilitation
EDUCATION CONT:
Bachelor of Arts in Biology – SUNY Oswego,
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
PhysioMeFit, LLC- Stuart, FL
Owner/Physical Therapist/Consultant 2019- Present
Physical Therapy Specialists, P.C. - Troy, MI
Owner/Physical Therapist 1977-2019
Physical Therapist/ Administrator 2019- Present
Responsibilities include direct patient care and administration.
Volunteer at Treasure Coast Hospice, 2022 to present
PUBLISHED RESEARCH: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Paul_Roubal
CONTINUING EDUCATION
I have been involved in thousands of hours of postgraduate education, including courses taught by the most prominent orthopedic/sports physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons in the world. These include courses directed by Cyriax, Kaltenborn, Paris, Rocabado, McKenzie, Grimbsby, Pettman & Fowler/Canadian Manual Therapy and Olaf Evjenth.
I have also attended a large variety of course work offered by various orthopedic institutes, as well as the American Physical Therapy Association Or...
Christie Mitstifer, MSN, MHA, RN, MCP-C
Life Care Planner & Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Mitstifer & Co.
Hummelstown, Pennsylvania
Life Care Planning, Legal Nurse Consulting
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Medical Cost Projection, Pediatrics, Home health, Rehabilitation, Case Management, Clinical Director, CPAP, Tracheostomy, Mechanical Ventilation, GTube, Genetic disorder, Seizure, Spinal cord injury, Traumatic brain injury, Private duty nursing, Hospice, Cardiac defect, Special needs, Dysphagia
Experienced Registered Nurse with 14+ years of providing patient care in hospitals, home care, rehabilitation, and hospice settings. Former home health executive. Expert witness experience with adult and pediatric cases. Certified in Medical Cost Projections. Authored over 200 medical cost projections and life care plans. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and Master of Health Care Administration (MHA). Remains clinically active in the home health industry. FIG education for Medical Cost Projection and Life Care Planning. Certified in Medical Cost Projection. Active member of AANLCP, AALNC, ANA, PSNA, and IARP.
Edward L. Fronapfel, MSCE, PE, CBIE, CFCC, EDI, CBCP, MAE, F.ASCE, F.NAFE
SBSA LLC a Charles Taylor Company
Texas
Engineering, Construction
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Construction defects litigation, property analysis, rehabilitation, design review, subrogation, allocation, premise liablity, catastrophic claim analysis
Edward L. Fronapfel, MSCE, PE, D-IBFES, DFE, CBIE, CFCC, CBCP, EDI, PTI1, F.NAFE, F.ASCE has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and a Master of Science in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in structural and forensic engineering. Ed's a Certified Level 2 Infrared Thermographer, Certified 3rd Party EIFS Inspector, Certified Forensic Claims Consultant, Board Certified Building Inspection Engineer, and Certified Building Commissioning Professional. He is a registered engineer in the States of AL, AR, AZ, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA,MA, MD, MI, MN, MS, MT, MO, NE, NJ, NV, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR,PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, WY .
Edward has been deposed nearly 800 times, and admitted into trial settings over 110 times. He has been used as an expert in arbitration and mediations over 500 times since the late 1990's.
Edward is an instructor for the College of Contract Management, U.K, Diploma in Structural Forensic Engineering
Edward has been an adjunct professo...
Paul J Roubal, PT, DPT, PhD, MSc, OCS
PhysioMeFit, LLC
Texas
Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical
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Rehabilitation, neuroanatomy, anatomy/shoulder, orthopedics/manipulation, neuroscience, therapeutic ultrasound, TM joint dysfunction, pain control, headaches, physical therapy in oncology, cardiac conditioning, balance & gait dysfunction and rehabilitation
EDUCATION CONT:
Bachelor of Arts in Biology – SUNY Oswego,
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
PhysioMeFit, LLC- Stuart, FL
Owner/Physical Therapist/Consultant 2019- Present
Physical Therapy Specialists, P.C. - Troy, MI
Owner/Physical Therapist 1977-2019
Physical Therapist/ Administrator 2019- Present
Responsibilities include direct patient care and administration.
Volunteer at Treasure Coast Hospice, 2022 to present
PUBLISHED RESEARCH: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Paul_Roubal
CONTINUING EDUCATION
I have been involved in thousands of hours of postgraduate education, including courses taught by the most prominent orthopedic/sports physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons in the world. These include courses directed by Cyriax, Kaltenborn, Paris, Rocabado, McKenzie, Grimbsby, Pettman & Fowler/Canadian Manual Therapy and Olaf Evjenth.
I have also attended a large variety of course work offered by various orthopedic institutes, as well as the American Physical Therapy Association Or...
Sharna L Wood, Ph.D.
PsyPact Neuropsychologist
Assess Texas
Cleburne, Texas
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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Brain injury, organic brain disorders, dementia, MVC, TBI, mTBI, PTSD, disability, rehabilitation, ERISA, psychological assessment, neuropsychological assessment, mass tort, PsyPact
Dr. Sharna Wood is a SEAK-trained consulting neuropsychologist who has independently practiced in Texas since 2009, although she has worked in assessment since 2001. Her training was primarily in the public hospital system in Fort Worth, but she experienced a wide variety of training settings, including neurocognitive rehabilitation, private practice, and rural outreach. Her professional career includes several faculty and director positions in the areas of psychology and neuropsychology.
Dr. Wood’s professional affiliations include the National Alliance of Professional Providers of Psychology, where she served on the executive board, as events coordinator, and associate editor of The Clinical Practitioner. She is also a member of Aerospace Medical Association, and the National Academy of Neuropsychology.
Dr. Wood's practice location is in Cleburne, Texas, near Fort Worth, but she regularly travels to evaluate individuals for whom travel is difficult. Although licensed in Texas, ...
