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Retinal Detachment Expert Witnesses

Retinal detachment 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 retinal detachment. The retinal detachment expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Blindness, Laser Surgery, Medical Billing, Ophthalmology, and Optometry.

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Robert W H Mason, MD, MBA

Dual Fellowship Trained Vitreoretinal Surgeon

Robert Mason, MD, PLC (DBA Eye Expert Legal)

British Columbia

Ophthalmology - retina, retinal, vitreoretina, vireo-retina, vitreoretinal, vitro-retinal, retinologist, posterior segment, eye trauma, eye surgery, uveitis, ocular trauma, ophthalmology, opthalmology, ophthalmologist, opthalmologist, retinal detachment, floaters, macular hole, cornea

* M.D. from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in the City of New York. * Internship, Ophthalmology Residency, and Cornea & External Disease Fellowship training at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. * High-volume, Private Practice Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellowship. * Dual Fellowship training creates highly specific acumen in areas of ocular pathology involving both the anterior and posterior segments. * 30 years practicing Ophthalmology. * 20 years, primarily as a busy (200+ patient visits and 10-15 surgeries per week) practicing Vitreoretinal Surgeon. * M.B.A. from the University of Florida Hough Graduate School of Business. * Years of myriad experience within multiple healthcare delivery paradigms. * Legal experience as an Ophthalmic Expert Witness for both plaintiff and defense (roughly equal) in Medical Malpractice, Insurance, and Personal Injury, in addition to Ophthalmic Independent Medical Exams. * Equipped with...

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Jonathan Macy, MD

Expedient Medicolegal Services

Los Angeles, California

Ophthalmology - Standard of Care, Traumatic Injury, Vision Loss, Optic Nerve, Dry Eyes, Abrasions, Lacerations, Eye Strain, Foreign Bodies, Retinal Detachment, Puncture, Chemical Exposure, Scarring, Cornea Injury, Double Vision, Eye Pain, Blurred Vision, Reduced Peripheral and/or Nighttime Vision

Jonathan Macy is a leading ophthalmologist in Los Angeles. He earned his B.A. and M.D. degrees at Boston University in 1976, with election to Phi Beta Kappa. After graduation, Dr. Macy moved to Los Angeles to do an Internal Medicine internship at Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center. A subsequent Research Fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute led to an Ophthalmology residency at U.S.C., which he completed in 1981. Since completion of his Ophthalmology training, Dr. Macy has been in private practice adjacent to the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. In addition to his busy office and surgery practice, Dr. Macy is a Past President of the Beverly Hills District of the Los Angeles County Medical Association. He is a Past President of the California Academy of Ophthalmology and was Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Olympia Hospital. He is a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at both U.S.C. and U.C.L.A. and he is the author of more than 100 chapters, papers and abstracts. Dr. Macy...

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Franklin W. Lusby, Jr., M.D.

Expedient Medicolegal Services

La Jolla, California

Ophthalmology, Laser Surgery - Traumatic Injury, Standard of Care, Disability, Product Liability, Vision Impariment, Surgical Complications, Vision Loss, Chemical Burns, Retinal Injury, Infections, Abrasions, Lacerations, Retinal Detachment, Hyphema, Blindness, UV Light Injury, Foreign Body Injury, Management of Systemic Illness

Dr. Franklin W. Lusby, Jr. is a distinguished ophthalmologist and refractive surgeon with a robust career spanning over four decades. Born and raised in Maryland, he completed his undergraduate education at Columbia Union College with a B.A. in Chemistry, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1974. He earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 1978. Following an internship at Malden Hospital affiliated with Boston University School of Medicine, Dr. Lusby pursued pre-residency studies in Basic and Clinical Sciences for Ophthalmology at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School. He then completed his residency in Ophthalmology at White Memorial Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, in 1983, and further specialized with a fellowship in extracapsular cataract extraction and intraocular lens implantation at Glendale Eye Medical Group. Dr. Lusby is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and holds medical licenses in California...

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Richard L Rabin, MD

Glaucoma, Trauma, Cataract - Expert Eye Surgeon

Walnut Creek Eye Care

WALNUT CREEK, California

Ophthalmology, Optometry - eye trauma, eye injury, eye surgery, vision loss, blurry vision, glaucoma, eye infection, cataract surgery, eye pressure, iritis, retinal detachment, ocular hypertension, macular degeneration, diabetes, chalazion, hordeolum, diplopia, double vision, convergence insufficiency, accommodative insufficiency

RICHARD L. RABIN, M.D., has extensive medical legal experience. He has consulted on a large variety of cases and ophthalmic conditions. Dr. Rabin has served as the Vice Chair of Ophthalmology at John Muir Walnut Creek Hospital since 2021. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and California Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Rabin is the President of Walnut Creek Eye Care, a busy surgical ophthalmology and optometry practice in Walnut Creek, CA. Dr. Rabin has trained numerous residents and medical students. For details, please visit walnutcreekeyes.com/medical-legal-expert-witness-ophthalmology Dr. Rabin has extensive ophthalmology fellowship training in both glaucoma and cataract surgery. He is experienced in treating traumatic eye injuries, cornea, cataract, glaucoma, retina, oculoplastics, uveitis, neuro-ophthalmic, and refractive conditions. Dr. Rabin is also an expert in minimally-invasive-gla...

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Aaron Nagiel, MD, PhD

Los Angeles, California

Ophthalmology - Retina, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal detachment, ocular trauma, ruptured globe, macular hole, vitreoretinal surgery, intravitreal injection, retinopathy, epiretinal membrane, vitrectomy, scleral buckle, endophthalmitis, uveitis, pediatric retina, gene therapy, shaken baby

Dr. Aaron Nagiel is Director of the Retina Service at Children's Hospital Los Angeles/ University of Southern California specializing in retinal disease with a special emphasis on disorders affecting children. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Harvard University summa cum laude, and then underwent combined MD and PhD training at Cornell University and The Rockefeller University in New York City. After an internship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Dr. Nagiel completed both ophthalmology residency and vitreoretinal fellowship at the renowned Stein Eye Institute at UCLA. He treats a broad array of surgical and medical vitreoretinal diseases, including ocular trauma and retinopathy of prematurity. He has authored four book chapters and published over 50 peer-reviewed journal articles.

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Maryam Ghiassi

Board-Certified Ophthalmologist Expert in Retina

Sacramento, California

Ophthalmology - Ophthalmologist, Retinal Diseases, Macular Diseases, Vitreous Diseases, Retina Consultant, Retinal Surgery, Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Vitreoretinal Surgery, Retina Specialist, Surgical Retina, Eye Disease Expert, Vision Restoration, Clinical Ophthalmology, Diabetic Eye Disease, Retinal Detachment, Medical Retina

I am Dr. Maryam Ghiassi, MD, a Board-Certified ophthalmologist specializing in retinal, macular, and vitreous diseases. I currently practice in Sacramento, California with Retina Consultants Medical Group. I grew up in Canada, Iran, and Japan before moving to the U.S. for college. I majored in biophysics and biochemistry at Yale University and continued my studies there for medical school, where I discovered my passion for ophthalmology. Afterward, I completed an internship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in NYC, followed by an ophthalmology residency at Columbia University, where I had the honor of serving as chief resident. I then completed my vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at the University of Colorado Medical Center in Denver. My international upbringing has fostered a deep appreciation for different cultures and value systems, which significantly influences my patient-centered approach to care. I believe that understanding each patient's unique needs, concerns, an...

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Omar Krad, MD

Ophthalmologist – Cataract & Vision Expert

HOPE Cataract & Laser

Fullerton, California

Ophthalmology, Blindness - Cataract Surgery, Lens Implants / IOLs, IOL Exchange, Laser Eye Surgery, LASIK / SMILE / PRK, Vision Loss, Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Optos, TBI, Refractive Surgery

Dr. Omar Krad is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract and anterior segment surgery. He has been practicing ophthalmology in Southern California for 15 years and has performed thousands of ophthalmic surgical procedures. His clinical practice includes the medical and surgical management of a wide range of eye conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, optic nerve disorders, ocular surface disease, and other conditions affecting vision. Dr. Krad received his Bachelor of Science degree from Loyola University Chicago and his medical degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. He completed his internship at Northwestern University. Dr. Krad then completed his ophthalmology residency training at Loyola University Medical Center and Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, where he received extensive training in medical and surgical ophthalmology. Dr. Krad is available for expert witness consultation for both plaintiff and defense att...

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Ahmed M Elkeeb, MD, MBA

Retina Specialist

South Atlantic Retina

Jacksonville, Florida

Ophthalmology - Retina Specialist, vitreo-retinal specialist, retinopathy of prematurity, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, macular degeneration, endophthalmitis, surgical complications, ocular trauma

Ahmed Elkeeb, MD, MBA Ophthalmology – Vitreoretinal Surgery Dr. Ahmed Elkeeb is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained vitreoretinal surgeon. He is currently in private practice at South Atlantic Retina. His clinical practice includes the evaluation and management of a broad range of retinal and ocular conditions, including diabetic retinopathy, hypertensive retinopathy, uveitis, retinal tears and detachments, age-related macular degeneration, and complications related to cataract surgery. In the outpatient setting, he performs procedures such as pan retinal photocoagulation, focal and grid laser, laser retinopexy, pneumatic retinopexy, intravitreal anti-VEGF and corticosteroid injections, and periocular corticosteroid injections. In the operating room, Dr. Elkeeb performs vitreoretinal surgical procedures including pars plana vitrectomy, scleral buckle, intraocular lens fixation, and placement of glaucoma drainage devices via a pars plana approach. Dr. Elkeeb has...

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Thomas D Tyler, MD, PhD

Rathdrum, Idaho

Ophthalmology - Vision Loss, Ocular Disease, Diabetic Retinopathy, Neuroophthalmology, Sight Disorders, Retinal Detachment, Macular Degeneration, Optic Nerve, Eye Trauma, Eye Injury, Malpractice, Cataract, Glaucoma, Surgery, Complications, Standard of Care, Blindness, NeuroOptometry

Thomas Tyler, M.D., Ph.D., is a board-certified ophthalmologist, with extensive experience in the development of medical devices. Dr. Tyler is a graduate of the University of Texas Medical School, Houston. Dr. Tyler is part of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Tyler holds an active California medical license. Dr. Tyler provides comprehensive record review and Independent Medical Examinations; verbal and written reports provided in a timely manner; depositions/court testimony for defense or plaintiff.

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Michael J Heiferman, MD

Ophthalmology Professor and Retinal Surgeon

Chicago, Illinois

Ophthalmology, Laser Surgery - Retina Surgery, Cataract Surgery, Eye Trauma, Endophthalmitis, Eye Surgery, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Laser, Laser Injury, Diabetic Retinopathy, Vitreous Hemorrhage, Macula Degeneration, Ocular Tumor, Vision Loss, Intravitreal Injection, Eye Injection, Intraocular Foreign Body, Retained Lens Fragment, Macular Edema, Eye Hemorrhage

Board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal surgery and ocular oncology. Extensive experience in managing retinal detachments, cataract surgery complications, macular surgery, diabetic retinopathy, ocular trauma, and intraocular tumors. Director of a vitreoretinal surgery fellowship, international lecturer, published author of 50+ peer-reviewed articles and textbook chapters, and principal investigator on federally funded ophthalmic research. BA, MD, and MBA from Northwestern, Ophthalmology Residency at Northwestern, Retinal Surgery Fellowship at UIC, and Ocular Oncology Fellowship at Stanford. Experienced in case review, complication analysis, informed consent, and standard-of-care evaluation.

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Adam P Beck

Ophthalmology and Vitreoretinal Surgery Expert

Adam P Beck, M.D., Esq.

Andover, Massachusetts

Ophthalmology, Medical Billing - Ophthalmology Expert Witness, Fraud & Abuse, Retina Surgery, Retinal Detachment, Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, Uveitis, Oculoplastics, Optometry, Ophthalmology Standard of Care, Eye Surgery, LASIK, Vision Loss, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Insurance Billing Disputes, Medical Malpractice, Legal Malpractice

Adam P. Beck, M.D., Esq. is a board-certified ophthalmologist and attorney with extensive experience in clinical ophthalmology, vitreoretinal disease, medical billing, and medical-legal analysis. Dr. Beck is the President of New England Eye and Facial Specialists and has been in private practice since 2005, providing comprehensive ophthalmology care with particular expertise in vitreoretinal disease and retinal surgery. Dr. Beck completed a vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary and previously served as a Clinical Instructor in Ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School, where he supervised residents and fellows in the diagnosis and management of complex ophthalmic disease. In addition to his medical training, Dr. Beck earned a Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from the Massachusetts School of Law and is admitted to the Massachusetts Bar and the United States District Court. This dual background provides a unique perspective on issues involving stand...

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John C Galanis, MD FACS

Expert cataract surgery, glaucoma, and eye disease

Galanis Cataract and Laser Eye Center

CHESTERFIELD, Missouri

Ophthalmology, Optometry - cataract surgery malpractice, glaucoma surgery malpractice, LASIK, PRK, refractive surgery, implant lens, vision loss, eye trauma, cornea, retina, optic nerve, orbit, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, ophthalmology, ophthalmologist, macula, retinal detachment, patent litigation

* Board Certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology * Fellowship in glaucoma, Estelle Doheny Eye Institute, University of Southern California * Fellow, American Academy of Ophthalmology * Fellow, American College of Surgeons * Board of Directors, St. Louis Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired * Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology - St. Louis University School of Medicine * Adjunct Assistant Professor- University of Missouri St. Louis School of Optometry * Excellent communication skills -experienced speaker to the public and medical professionals * 25 years of experience as an expert witness in ophthalmology * Qualified as an expert in state and federal court * Experienced in deposition and trial testimony * Available for plaintiff and defense cases * Experienced in patent litigation. * I have served as an expert witness in several major intellectual property cases for pharmaceutical companies and ophthalmic device manufacturers. * Feel free to...

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Steven Bodine, MD

Retina Specialist, Medical and Surgical

Bronxville, New York

Ophthalmology, Optometry - diabetic retinopathy, endophthalmitis, epiretinal membrane, intraocular injection, macroaneurysm, macular degeneration, macular hole, microaneurysm, myopia, ocular trauma, retinal detachment, retinal artery occlusion, retinal vein occlusion, retinopathy, rubeosis, scleral buckle, uveitis, vitrectomy, vitreous hemorrhage, vitritis

I am a Harvard trained, board certified, ophthalmologist, in practice for over 35 years, diagnosing and treating patients with retina problems both medically and surgically. During this time, I have also been providing expert testimony in ophthalmology and optometry for both defense and plaintiffs' lawyers as well as to prosecutors and committees on professional medical conduct. New York is where I am located and licensed to practice medicine but I provide expert testimony nationally. I am looking forward to working with you on any case which involves vision loss. Steven Bodine, MD Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Albert Einstein College of Medicine Email: StevenBodineMD@gmail.com Cell: 914-262-1644 Website: www.OphthalmicExpertWitnesses.com Below are additional key retina search words to help you match my area of expertise with an appropriate case: Age-related macular degeneration, AMD, angioid streaks, asteroid hyalosis, Berlin’s edema, bl...

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Steven M Williams, MD

Mohawk Valley Retina

New Hartford, New York

Ophthalmology - Retina, Macula, Optic Nerve, Glaucoma, Uveitis, Ocular Surgery, Ocular Trauma, Ocular Infections, Ocular Oncology, Neuro-ophthalmology, Retinal Detachment, Diabetic Retinopathy

Dr. Steven Williams is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist and Vitreoretinal Surgeon. He is the founder and managing partner of a busy vitreoretinal surgical practice with over 20 years of clinical experience. He provides patient care and resident training at the nearby Upstate Medical University Ophthalmology Residency Program. Dr. Williams is an expert in complex eye diseases including; vitreoretinal diseases, ocular surgery, management of surgical complications, glaucoma, uveitis, ocular oncology, ocular infections, and optic nerve disorders. He lectures on these subjects to ophthalmology residents, as well as other eye care providers. He also has served as a Trustee at St. Elizabeth Medical Center providing quality assurance and medical performance oversight. Dr. Williams has served as a consulting expert witness for over fifteen years.

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Robert W H Mason, MD, MBA

Dual Fellowship Trained Vitreoretinal Surgeon

Robert Mason, MD, PLC (DBA Eye Expert Legal)

Brentwood, Tennessee

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Melissa Bohonos, MD

Expedient Medicolegal Services

San Antonio, Texas

Ophthalmology - Ocular Disease, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Vision Impairment, Standard of Care, Retinal Tear, Macular Degeneration, Optic Nerve, Eye Trauma, Vision Loss, Complications, Blindess, Sight Disorders, Traumatic Eye Injury, Surgical Intervention, Reduced Night Vision

Dr. Melissa Bohonos is board-certified in Ophthalmology by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. She is fellowship trained in Glaucoma and is a comprehensive ophthalmologist in active practice seeing patients of all ages. Dr. Bohonos completed her ophthalmology training at Boston Medical Center, a level 1 trauma center with maximum exposure to a wide variety of ocular trauma pathology and cases. Dr. Bohonos has had additional fellowship training in Glaucoma and has performed over a thousand glaucoma procedures including complex glaucoma/cataract surgery, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (canaloplasty, istent implant), trabeculectomy, tube shunt implant, selective laser trabeculoplasty, cytophotocoagulation (cpc) and many more. Dr. Bohonos also has extensive experience with dry eye disease management including in post LASIK patients. Dr Bohonos has been in clinical practice for more than 15 years. She has served as faculty at University of Illinois, Urbana and at State Universit...

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Carolyn Carman, OD, FAAO

Vision Loss Expert; State&Nationwide/International

Low Vision Centers of Texas/VisionMAX

Mansfield, Texas

Optometry, Ophthalmology - Visual impairment, blindness, eye injury, eye disease, acuity injury/impairment, low vision, ocular disease, visual rehabilitation, traumatic brain injury, glaucoma, eye trauma, retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, visual field loss, vision loss, driving, accident, IME, double vision

Dr. Carolyn Carman is a board certified/diplomate (ABO), residency-certified, licensed, practicing Therapeutic Optometrist and Glaucoma Specialist in Texas and former University of Houston Clinical Professor and Clinic Director. She has over 30 years of experience in comprehensive eye care for all ages and specializes in visual impairment due to ocular disease, ocular injury, or brain injury. She has been involved in expert witness testimony for over 20 years and serves both plaintiff and defense counsel. She is available to assist with records review, detailed reports, deposition and trial testimony, case preparation and question development, comprehensive vision evaluations, IMEs, and mobile exams. Dr. Carman is the former Chair of the Texas Optometry Board after receiving 2 Texas Governor appointments. She has served as Chair of multiple national committees including the American Optometric Association Neuro-Optometric Committee (Chair) and the Ethic and Values Committee, was ...

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Jacqueline W Wong, MD

Ophthalmic Advisory Group, LLC

Bainbridge Island, Washington

Ophthalmology, Optometry - Eye Trauma Injuries, Eye Surgery Complications, Eye Infections, Vision Loss, Retinal Detachment, Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Eye Toxicity from Medications, Eye Complications from surgical procedures, Medical-Legal Evaluations

I have been a practicing comprehensive ophthalmologist and specialized vitreoretinal surgeon since 1996. While serving as Assistant Clinical Professor at Texas Tech University, I gained extensive expertise in managing complicated eye disorders, ocular surgical complications, eye trauma, and eye infections. I have utilized my clinical experience in work as a QA/UR reviewer for many carriers as well as in reviewing and being both a defense and plaintiff expert witness for ophthalmology malpractice and personal injury cases. My goal is to always deliver balanced unbiased objective expert opinions in a cost-effective timely manner.