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Robotic Surgery Expert Witnesses

Robotic surgery 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 robotic surgery. The robotic surgery expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Anesthesiology, Bariatric Surgery, Breast Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery, Critical Care Medicine, Critical Care Surgery, Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery, General Surgery, Gynecology, Health Informatics, Marketing, Medical Devices, Nurse, and Nurse Anesthetist.

Steven M Fendley, MD, FACS

General, Bariatric &
Robotic Surgeon
da Vinci Instructor

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Murray Spruiell, MD

Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon

MDS Medical Consulting

Huntsville, Alabama

Spine Surgery & Spine Care, Orthopedic Surgery - neck pain, whiplash, back pain, spine surgery, spine, robotic surgery, sciatica, nerve pain, spine fusion, laminectomy, hip pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, neck surgery, cervical fusion, lumbar fusion, cervical spine, lumbar spine, thoracic spine, navigation

Dr. Spruiell is an orthopaedic surgeon with additional fellowship training in spine surgery, and he now focuses his practice on all aspects of adult spinal surgery including cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spinal disorders. He attended medical school at the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham, AL. He then moved west to join the University of Colorado Department of Orthopedic Surgery for his residency. There, he gained extensive training in the management of degenerative and traumatic orthopaedic and spinal conditions. He then moved to California and completed additional fellowship training in Spine Surgery at the University of California – San Diego. There, he completed a rigorous and comprehensive training in all aspects of adult spine care.

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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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Adeel A Shamim, MD, FACS, FASMBS, DABOM (Castle Connolly Top Doctor 2022-2026)

General, Bariatric and Robotic Surgery Expert.

Fort Smith, Arkansas

General Surgery, Bariatric Surgery - Hernia, Robotic Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, Post-op Care, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Bypass, Cancer Surgery, Wound Management, Weight Loss Surgery, Gallbladder, Revisional Surgery, Lap Band, Intestine/Colon, Bowel injury, Sepsis/Surgical infection, Hiatal Hernia, Solid Organ, GERD/Fundoplication, Endoscopy

Dr. Shamim is double board-certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. He has extensive formal training in general surgery, minimally invasive, bariatric surgery, robotic surgery, and endoscopic procedures. Since 2022, Dr. Shamim has been consistently recognized by his peers as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor in Surgery. Dr. Shamim earned his medical degree from Aga Khan University, Pakistan’s premier medical institution, where he graduated in the top 10 percent of his class. He completed his general surgery internship at the University of Florida, followed by a general surgery residency at Howard University, during which he consistently scored above the 96th percentile on standardized surgical training examinations. He subsequently completed a fellowship in advanced robotic gastrointestinal, endoscopic, and bariatric surgery at St...

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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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Hussna Wakily, MD

Award Winning, Harvard Trained, General Surgeon

Oceanside, California

General Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery - Colon Surgery, Hernia Surgery, Breast Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Abdominal Surgery, Emergency Surgery, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Mesh surgery, Intestinal Obstruction, Adhesions, Gallbladder surgery, Bile Ducts, Perforations, Colonoscopy complications, delay in diagnosis, Sepsis, hernia surgery

Expert witness for general surgery with over 14 years of clinical experience. Fellowship trained at Harvard Medical School’s Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery in Boston, MA. Consecutive Top Doctor Award winner from 2019-2025 for General. Voted Exceptional Women in Medicine 2023. Castle Connolly Award winner for 2019-2025, General Surgery. Currently serving as editor for the Surgical Endoscopy Journal and Journal of Surgical Research. Current hernia committee member for the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES). She is the Robotic Chairman at Scripps Encinitas Hospital. Experienced medical expert. Dr. Wakily offers accurate and thorough expert medical chart reviews and testimony for defense and plaintiff attorneys. Board certified, clinically active surgeon specializing in Acute Care/Emergency General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Hernia Surgery, Colon and Rectal Surgery and all aspects r...

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Anna Gray, RN, CRNFA, CNOR

Surgery & Operating Room Audit Trail Specialist

Valencia, California

Nurse, Health Informatics - Operating Room Nurse, Circulating Nurse, RN First Assistant, Audit Trail Analysis, Robotic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Vascular, Gynecology, Spine/Neuro, Documentation Errors, Operating Room, Surgery Center, Trauma, Surgical Errors, Health Informatics, EMR Review, Intraoperative Injury, Surgical Standards of Care, Scrub Nurse

Anna Gray, RN, CRNFA, CNOR is a Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant with over 25 years of perioperative experience across hospital-based operating rooms and ambulatory surgery center leadership. Her operating room expertise spans robotic (gynecologic oncology, urology, general surgery, hepatobiliary, vascular), complex general, vascular (bypass, carotid, endovascular), orthopedic (total joints: knee, hip, shoulder), neurological (spinal, bleed evacuation, tumor resection), & trauma. With hands-on experience in first assisting, circulating, scrubbing, and precepting. This multi-role background provides a comprehensive understanding of surgical team dynamics, role-specific responsibilities, and intraoperative decision-making. Ms. Gray is a former Clinical Director of Operations for a free-standing surgery center, where she oversaw operating room workflow, staffing, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance initiatives. She has extensive experience evaluating adherence to...

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Jory Adam, PA-C, MPAS, MBA

CaNPA Solutions

San Diego, California

Cardiothoracic Surgery, Critical Care Medicine - heart, lung, thoracotomy, ICU, intensive care, minimally invasive, robotic surgery, vascular, esophagus, IABP, intra-aortic balloon pump, sternotomy, sternal closure, wound infection, ECMO, extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation, pulmonary catheter, wound, central line, heart rhythm

I am an experienced (nearly 15 years), detail-oriented physician assistant well versed in managing patients with cardiac, lung, vascular and esophageal disorders. I manage patients from consultation, through the operating room and intensive care, all the way to the outpatient setting, and have exclusively worked in the specialty of adult cardiovascular and thoracic surgery. Skilled as an operative first assistant, managing pre- and post-operative issues in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and hospital, I can explain what should happen if all goes well during a patient's hospital course and manage any untoward outcome. I have harvested over 1300 greater saphenous veins, first-assisted in thousands of cases, and hundreds of radial artery harvests and sternal closures. Cardiothoracic surgical cases are quite complex, with several different sub-procedures within the procedure. I can help make sense of this so that interested parties can have an accurate picture of what likely took pl...

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Kamran Samakar, MD, MA, FACS, FASMBS

University of Southern California

Los Angeles, California

Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery - Acute Care Surgery, Foregut Surgery, Hernia Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Emergency Surgery, Gallbladder Surgery, Colon Surgery, Bowel Obstruction, Complications

Dr. Samakar is a board certified General Surgeon, a fellow of the American College of Surgeons as well as the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. He completed a Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery Fellowship at Harvard Medical School where he was also a clinical instructor of surgery. He is currently a faculty member of the University of Southern California (USC) Keck School of Medicine where he serves as a full-time surgeon & Associate Professor, researcher, and educator. Dr. Samakar is the Director of the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery program at USC Keck Medical Center. He holds a Master's degree in Bioethics and Health Law from the University of Pittsburgh and has been active in the study and practice of medical-legal issues for nearly 20 years. He has testified for both plaintiff and defense on multiple occasions with numerous depositions, trial testimony, and case reviews. Dr. Samakar's current areas of practice are Bariatric and Minimally Invasive...

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Hooman Shabatian, MD

Bariatric Surgery

West Medical

Encino, California

Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery - Endoscopy, Hernia, Gastrointestinal, Postoperative Care, Weight Loss, Acid Reflux, Hiatal Hernia, Upper GI, Robotic Surgery, Stomach Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, Endoscopic Sleeve, Gastric Bypass, Bowel Injury, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Duodenal Switch, Anastomosis Gastric By-Pass, Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplastgy, Intragastric Balloon

Board-certified bariatric surgeon with over two decades of hands-on surgical experience including more than 15 years of high-volume bariatric surgery centers across Southern California. Have performed thousands of weight loss procedures with a primary focus on gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, duodenal switch, one anastomosis gastric bypass, endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty, and intragastric balloon placement. Since 2008 95% of my surgical practice has been dedicated to the care of bariatric patients. I currently hold bariatric surgery privileges at four hospitals in Southern California and serve as Medical Director of Mount Sinai Surgery Center in Tarzana, a leadership role I have held since 2010. My breath of clinical experience, attention to perioperative detail, and commitment to surgical safety make me uniquely qualified to review and analyze adverse outcomes in bariatric surgery. I am actively expanding my work as a medical-legal consultant, offering expert reviews, chart...

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michael A kropf, MD

los angeles, California

Spine Surgery & Spine Care, Orthopedic Surgery - Lumbar Surgery, Cervical Surgery, Artificial Disc Replacement, Spinal Deformity and Scoliosis, Minimally Invasive surgery, Robotic surgery, Micro neurologic surgery

Fellowship trained Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Trained at UCLA. Attending Spine Surgeon at Cedars Sinai in Los Angeles. Published over 100 Articles in multiple Spine and Basic Science Journals. Over 25 years in practice. Educated over 50 spine fellows who went on to practice in the field of Spine Surgery and Spinal Care. Sub-specialized in minimally invasive, robotic surgery. Areas of sub-speciality in lumbar and cervical conditions, artificial disc replacement, scoliosis and deformity, and spinal injury. Licensed in CA.

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Murray Spruiell, MD

Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon

MDS Medical Consulting

Colorado

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Amit K Bhavsar, MD

Practicing OB-GYN Expert- Plaintiff & Defense

Amit Bhavsar MD

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Obstetrics & Gynecology, Gynecology - Birth injury, Shoulder Dystocia, Cesarean, Fibroids, Robotic Surgery, Encephalopathy, Vaginal, Prenatal, Obstetrics, Gynecology, Ablation, OBGYN, Pre-eclampsia, Delivery, Cesarean section, stillbirth, Fetal monitor, neonatal injury, hysterectomy, laparoscopy

I am a board-certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist with over 20 years of continuous, full-time clinical experience in labor management, delivery, and high-risk obstetrics. I am unique among Obstetrican-Gynecologist experts because I spent the first nine years of my career practicing OBGYN as a board certified Family Physician, and also taught Obstetrics to medical students, residents, and even midwives for the majority of my career. I actively practice today, ensuring that my opinions reflect current standards of care in Obstetrics & Gynecology. My background includes a B.S. in Bioengineering from Texas A&M University and an M.D. from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD. I completed residencies in both Family Medicine (Womack Army Medical Center) and Obstetrics & Gynecology (Tripler Army Medical Center), and served 21 years as an Army physician & surgeon before retiring honorably. In leadership, I have held roles as Chair of Women’s Health...

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Joseph J. Bennett, MD, MBA, FACS, FSSO

Top Surgical Oncologist

Newark, Delaware

Surgical Oncology, General Surgery - Pancreas cancer, Stomach cancer, Liver cancer, Bile duct cancer, Colon cancer, Gastrointestinal cancer, Melanoma, Cancer surgery, Sarcoma, Carcinomatosis, Stomach surgery, Laparoscopic surgery, Robotic surgery, Bile duct injury, Cholecystectomy, Bowel obstruction, Delay in diagnosis, Pancreas surgery, Liver surgery, Gallbladder cancer

Dr. Bennett has over 25 years of clinical experience and is a board-certified general surgeon trained at the University of Chicago, and a fellowship trained surgical oncologist from Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and Society of Surgical Oncology. Dr. Bennett is the System Chair of Surgery for LifeBridge Health, a large, academic, multi-hospital, healthcare system in Baltimore, Maryland. He maintains an active clinical practice in surgical oncology and is part of core teaching faculty. He was prior Division Chief of surgical oncology at a large academic hospital and was director of the hepatobiliary-pancreas multidisciplinary team, and the gastric, melanoma and sarcoma multidisciplinary team. Dr. Bennett is regularly voted as Top Doctor both locally and nationally. Dr. Bennett is well published in many of the most premier peer-reviewed medical journals and has given many national presentations regarding cancer research and...

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C. Francisco Espinel, MD FACS

Board-certified General & Breast surgeon top doc

Washington, District Of Columbia

General Surgery, Breast Surgery - Acute care surgery, Standard of care, laprascopic surgery, Gallbladder surgery, Surgical complications, Hernia Surgery, informed consent, Breast surgical oncology, Peer review, General Surgery, robotic surgery

Dr. C. Francisco Espinel is a Board-Certified General Surgeon and Fellowship-trained Breast Surgical Oncologist with over 17 years of clinical experience. He has done years of acute care surgery, complex surgical emergencies, elective general surgery and taken care of critically ill patients and continues to do in his practice today. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Surgery at MedStar Georgetown University and has held significant leadership roles, including President of the Arlington County Medical Society and Vice-Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Espinel offers expert litigation support for both plaintiff and defense counsel, specializing in cases involving breast cancer diagnosis and management, surgical complications, and general surgical standards of care. His extensive background in Surgical Peer Review and Clinical Competency Committees provides him with a unique perspective on hospital protocols and physician performance. A multi-year "Top Doctor" awardee, Dr. E...

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Gaurav Bandi, MD

Urology, prostate/kidney/bladder cancer, impotence

washington, District Of Columbia

Urology & Urological Surgery - Urologic Oncology, Testis, Kidney and Prostate Cancer, Urinary Incontinence, Kidney stones, BPH, Erectile Dysfunction, Peyronie's disease, Urethral Stricture, HOLEP, Urolift, Bladder and ureteral injury, Sling procedure, Urinary sphincter, robotic surgery, TURP, Penile implant, Mesh, laser, Bladder

Dr. Bandi is a fellowship trained urologist who has been practicing academic urology since 2007. He completed his residency in Urology at Wayne State University and did a fellowing in endourology (robotics, laparoscopy and endoscopy) at Univeristy of Wisconsin. He has published several book chapters and peer-reviewed articles and in various medical journals. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Urology and a member of the American Urological Association and Endourologic Society. He serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Urology at Georgetown University and has been chosen as a "Top Doctor" by Washingtonian magazine. He has performed thousands of utilization reviews and routinely provides his services as an expert witness in medical malpractice cases. He is licensed in DC, MD and VA.

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Issam A Halaby, MD, PhD

General & Vascular Surgery- Great Depo Skills

Venice, Florida

General Surgery, Vascular Surgery - Wound Care, Robotic Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Vascular and endovascular surgery, Hernia surgery, colon surgery, gallbladder surgery, Limb salvage, Abdominal aortic aneurysm, carotid artery, angioplasty, amputations, varicose veins, vein ulcers

I am a Board Certified Surgeon, , with a busy private practice divided between general and vascular surgery. I have been performing expert witness work since 2016 and will review both plaintiff and defense cases. In addition to my clinical training and extensive practice experience I hold a PhD from Cornell University. This affords me the rare combination of real world private practice expertise and academic research and reasoning skills. I am able to provide a rapid turnaround for case reviews and am able to defend my opinions strongly at deposition

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Sarah R Lane, DNP, APRN, CRNA

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - CRNA FL

Lane Legal LLC

Westlake, Florida

Nurse Anesthetist, Anesthesiology - CRNA, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Anesthesia, General Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Orthopedic surgery, GYN surgery, Thoracic surgery, Bariatric surgery, Podiatry cases, Neuro surgery, Spine surgery, Regional nerve blocks, Peripheral nerve blocks, Laparoscopic Cases, MAC, Fire, Airway, Complications

Doctorally-prepared, board-certified CRNA, Clinical Coordinator, and Director of Education with diverse anesthesia experience across surgical specialties. Vice Chief of Anesthesia. Former Critical Care RN expert witness. Skilled in regional anesthesia, airway management, and perioperative safety. Experience in Orthopedic, robotic, GI, spine/neuro, bariatric, thoracic, vascular, general, podiatry, gyn, cases. Available for plaintiff and defense cases.

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Joseph R Lewis, DO

General, Robotic, Critical Care, & Trauma Surgery

Negotium Surgical

Fort Myers, Florida

General Surgery, Trauma Surgery - Trauma, Surgical Critical Care, Critical Care, Surgery, General Surgery, Robotics, Robotic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Endoscopy, Endoscopic, Acute Care, Acute Care Surgery, Airway, Emergency General Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Rib Plating, VIdeo Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery, Chest Wall Reconstruction

Dr. Lewis is an acute care surgeon practicing trauma, surgical critical care, general, and robotic surgery. He participates multiple times during the year in surgical humanitarian missions to underserved areas. The American College of Surgeons verifies him as an ATLS student course director, ATLS instructor course director, and ASSET instructor. He has extensive experience in blood administration, emergency airways, and actively teaches Fundamentals of Critical Care Support internationally.

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Steven Siegal, MD, FACS

Bariatric and General Surgeon with GI Expertise

General Surgery Institute

Fort Myers, Florida

General Surgery, Bariatric Surgery - Endoscopy, Hernia, Gastrointestinal, Solid Organ, Postoperative Care, Colonoscopy, Colon, Weight Loss, Acid reflux, Hiatal Hernia, Upper GI, Swallowing Disorders, Robotic Surgery, Wound Care, Stomach Surgery, Hiatal Hernia, Bariatric Surgery, Endoscopic Sleeve, Gastric Bypass, Bowel Injury

Dr. Siegal is a board-certified fellow of the American College of Surgeons with specialty training in minimally invasive bariatric, robotic, and endoscopic surgery. He graduated from the University of Miami in 2008, then received his medical degree from the University of Florida in 2013. Dr. Siegal then pursued his general surgery residency at the Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, OR where he published many peer-reviewed research papers focused on hernia surgery, esophageal cancer, and reflux disease. He then completed a fellowship in advanced robotic gastrointestinal, endoscopic and bariatric surgery at Penn State University where he focused on advanced surgical endoscopy including Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty and the TORe procedure. Dr. Siegal is an Adjunct Professor Nova Southeastern University and was a previous Instructor of Surgery at Penn State University. In addition to being a Founding Member of the American Foregut Society, Dr. Siegal carries the follo...

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David Lent, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Southern Westchester Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Associates

Florida

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine - Hip Replacement, Knee replacement, joint replacement, robotic surgery, adult reconstruction, partial knee replacement, MAKOplasty, orthopedic trauma surgery, knee arthroscopy, shoulder arthroscopy, anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, rotator cuff repair

F.A.A.O.S. Board certified Dr David Lent is a board certified orthopedic surgeon licensed in New York and Florida specializing in Joint replacement surgery and sports medicine. He has been in clinical practice in Westchester and the Bronx for the past 28 years at the Southern Westchester Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Associates. He is now chief of the Robotic Joint Replacement Center at St Joseph’s Medical Center. Dr Lent is a world leader in robotic hip and knee replacement surgery (MAKOplasty) and travels the country extensively lecturing and instructing surgeons in robotics. Dr Lent has been featured in the Westchester Magazine as one of Westchester County’s “Top Doctors” and has been list in Castle and Connolly for over a decade. Over the past ten years, Dr Lent has become a leader in expert testimony for both plaintiffs and defendants. He specializes in case review prior to legal action as well as court and deposition testimony.

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Jill M Krystofinski Mantell, DNAP, CRNA

Academic Clinical Research Board Certified

CRNA Expert Consultation Services LLC

Florida

Anesthesiology, Nurse Anesthetist - Anesthesia Awareness, Aspiration, Bariatric Surgery, Burn Surgery, Fire, Forensic Timeline Analysis, Gender Affirming Surgery, Hypoxia, Insider Knowledge, Lasers, Medical Direction/Supervision, Overdose, Pre & Post Surgery, Positioning Injury, Robotic Surgery, Transplant Surgery, Urologic Surgery

KNOWLEDGE, IMPARTIALITY, OBJECTIVITY, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION AND ETHICAL STANDARDS CRNA Expert Consultation Services is a consulting and testifying expert witness service specializing in the standards of care of the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)/Nurse Anesthesiologist. A graduate level education with forty plus years of healthcare experience allows the expert to explain the issues and facts relevant to your case and through testimony assist the court with understanding complex technical or scientific issues. 1) 23 years as a board-certified CRNA active in all anesthesia areas, specializing in burn anesthesia. 2) 19 years of intensive care unit (ICU) critical care RN experience (CCRN certification). 3) Adjunct faculty member for two schools of nurse anesthesia. 4) Lecturer for anesthesia conference companies with national and international destinations. 5) Licenses ( Alphabetical Order): Arizona; Arkansas; California; Florida; New Jersey; Pennsylvania; Texas; 5...

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Caitlin Maus, CRNA, APRN, MS

CRNA Anesthesia Expert/Level 1 Trauma High Risk OB

Audible Lightning LLC

Plantation, Florida

Nurse Anesthetist, Nurse - General Anesthsia, Cardiac, Regional Anesthesia, Thoracic, Monitored Anesthesia Care, Bariatric surgery, Total IV Anesthesia, Outpatient Anesthesia, High risk OB, Gynecological surgery, Trauma, Robotic surgery, Neurosurgery, Difficult airway, Orthopedic surgery, Head and Neck surgery, Interventional Radiology, Transplant surgery

I am a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with over a decade of clinical anesthesia practice in high-acuity settings. My background includes extensive experience at a Level 1 trauma center, high-risk obstetrics, outpatient surgery centers, orthopedic procedures, urologic surgery, and complex perioperative patient management. Throughout my career, I have provided anesthesia care for a broad range of surgical patients while maintaining a strong focus on patient safety, risk reduction, and adherence to established standards of care. My expertise includes the evaluation of anesthesia-related complications, airway management, perioperative decision-making, medication administration, physiologic monitoring, documentation standards, informed consent issues, and compliance with accepted anesthesia practices. I am experienced in assessing cases involving surgical and procedural sedation, general anesthesia, regional anesthesia, obstet...

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Marie Carson

Operating Room Nurse Expert

Carson Legal Nurse Consultant

SMYRNA, Georgia

General Surgery, Nurse - Operating Room RN Circulator, Nerve Damage, Medical Malpractice, RN, Legal Nursing, Surgery, Positioning in the Operating Room, Legal Nurse Consultant, Back Surgery, Risk Management, Orthopedic Surgery, Registered Nurse, Nurse Consultant, Robotic Surgery, Healthcare, Neurology Surgery, Circulator, GYN Surgery, Cystology Surgery, RN

With over 25 years of hands-on experience as a Registered Nurse specializing in operating room as a RN circulator and general nursing care, I bring a deep, real-world clinical perspective to legal matters involving medical malpractice. As a seasoned Legal Nurse Consultant, I offer expert insight into the standard of care, nursing protocols, and surgical procedures, making me a valuable asset in evaluating the merit of medical cases. My extensive background in the operating room equips me with a sharp eye for identifying deviations from best practices and understanding complex surgical documentation. I specialize in case merit reviews, deposition preparation, and expert witness testimony—delivering clear, unbiased, and professionally grounded opinions that stand up to scrutiny in legal proceedings. Attorneys rely on my meticulous attention to detail, strong clinical foundation, and ability to translate complex medical language into concise, understandable terms. Whether consulting...

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Cheickna Diarra, MD, FACS

Unity Point Medical Center

Atlanta , Georgia

General Surgery, Bariatric Surgery - Minimally invasive surgery, general surgery, robotic surgery, gallbladder surgery complications, bariatric surgery, colon and rectal surgery, acute care surgery, upper and lower endoscopy, complex hernia surgery, bile duct injury, bowel injury, Medical error prevention, Patient safety, Trauma Surgery

Dr. Diarra is a fellow of the American Board of Surgery. He is a very experienced medical chart reviewer and expert witness. He has extensive experience in medical error prevention, patient safety and litigation for medical negligence. He testifies for both plaintiff and defense attorneys. He is skilled in minimally invasive general surgery techniques, acute care surgery and trauma surgery. He completed an additional fellowship training in bariatric, advanced minimally invasive and robotic surgery, and maintains a full time practice working as a minimally invasive general surgeon, trauma surgeon and robotic surgeon at Unity Point Medical Center. His passion involves advocating for advances in minimally advanced laparoscopic techniques to improve the lives of patients after surgery. Dr. Diarra works in a very efficient and effective manner and is easily accessible. Expert professional opinions expressed by Dr. Diarra are based on his own personal capacity and do not necessarily re...

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Rebecca S. Keith, MD

Barrington, Illinois

Obstetrics & Gynecology - Robotic Surgery, Laparoscopy, Obstetric Triage/Emergency

An experienced private practice physician in the Chicago Suburbs, practicing general Obstetrics and Gynecology for 14 years followed by a Surgical Gynecology practice for 2 years. Currently, a member of the teaching faculty at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois, working in the capacity of an Obstetric Emergency Department Hospitalist and Attending Physician to resident physicians and medical students in the areas of Obstetric Triage and Gynecologic urgent and emergent care.

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Sangtae Park, MD, MPH

Board Certified, Urological Expert over 100 cases

Endeavor Health System

Evanston, Illinois

Urology & Urological Surgery - Prostate Cancer, Robotic surgery, bladder cancer, testis cancer, kidney cancer, kidney stone, bladder stone, benign prostate hyperplasia, laparoscopic surgery, genital injury, ureter injury, bladder injury, ureter stone, ureteroscopy, laser surgery

Expert who trained medical school at UCSF, residency trained in urological surgery at UCSF, fellowship trained in ENDOUROLOGY, ROBOTIC surgery, STONE surgery, Minimally invasive, CANCER surgery at UT-Southwestern in Dallas. Clinical Associate Professor at University of Chicago, training residents, medical students and fellows. Very busy clinically, academically productive with multiple current and past peer-reviewed medical articles. Member of our Institutional Surgery Quality and Safety Committee - to ensure evidence based medicine and ensure standard of care is being followed, NSQIP participant, member of our Institutional EMR (electronic medical record) committee, member of our institutional Pharmacologic and Therapeutics committee, instituted ERAS pathways for cancer surgery. Have over 10 years' experience in medico-legal expert witness work, 75% plaintiff, 25% defense. Have worked in cases in FEDERAL and in states such as California, Oregon, Hawaii, Washington, Utah, New...

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Jill M Krystofinski Mantell, DNAP, CRNA

Academic Clinical Research Board Certified

CRNA Expert Consultation Services LLC

Illinois

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Kevin M. Lowe, MD, PhD

Roanoke, Indiana

Oncology, General Surgery - Cancer surgery, Surgical Oncology, Pancreas Surgery, Liver surgery, Bile duct surgery, Gall Bladder surgery, Stomach surgery, Esophagus surgery, Retroperitoneal Sarcoma surgery, Robotic surgery

Dr. Lowe is an experienced, fellowship-trained cancer surgeon who focuses on diseases of the pancreas, liver, bile ducts, stomach, esophagus, small intestine and retroperitoneum. He has performed over 300 complex robotic cases. Dr. Lowe has been a member of the Army Reserves for sixteen years and has been deployed to Afghanistan four times. Dr Lowe has been awarded the Emerging Investigator Award 2019, Stephens Cancer Center; Faculty of the Year 2019 Carle General Surgery Residency, Teaching Awards for 2019 also include: Excellence in Professionalism, Excellence in Evidence Based Practice, Excellence in Non-operative teaching.

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Brandon E Bourgeous, MD, FACOG

Gynamic Solutions, LLC

Fairfax, Iowa

Gynecology, Obstetrics & Gynecology - Hysterectomy, Placental abruption, Laparoscopy, Trauma in pregnancy, Robotic surgery, Preterm birth, Ectopic pregnancy, Preeclamsia, Shoulder dystocia, Laparoscopic injury, HIE, Ureter injury, Cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, Birth injury, Bowel injury, Hysteroscopy, IUD complication, Defense, Plaintiff

I am a board certified ob gyn with 25 years clinical experience and a busy full-time private practice in obstetrics and gynecology. I still perform 150-225 deliveries a year. My experience includes having performed over 600 robotic surgeries including hysterectomies, endometriosis surgery, cornual resections and prolapse repairs. I have performed over 750 incontinence procedures and I am active in operative hysteroscopy as well. I am a fellow of ACOG and I have been ABOG certified since 2004. I have deposition and trial experience and I am thorough.

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Marcie Feinman, MD, MEHP, FACS

General/Trauma Surgeon - Master educator

Ellicott City, Maryland

General Surgery, Trauma Surgery - critical care, hernia, gallbladder, education, workman's comp, MVC, laparoscopy, robotic surgery, groin hernia, ventral hernia, motor vehicle collision

I completed medical school at the George Washington University, residency training in general surgery at New York Medical College and Fellowship training in both trauma surgery and surgical critical care at Johns Hopkins Hospital. I joined the staff at Sinai Hospital in 2014 and currently hold the positions of Vice Chair of the Department of Surgery, Division Chief for Acute Care Surgery, Program Director for the general surgery residency and Associate Designated Institutional Official, overseeing all graduate medical education programs. In these roles I have been instrumental in shaping the training program for our future surgeons as well as overseeing all the operations for trauma surgery, surgical critical care and emergency general surgery. I have also completed a Masters in Education, as well as a Professional Coaching Certification. I have received several teaching awards, including the Parker J Palmer Courage to Teach award from the ACGME. In addition, several years ago ...

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Jonathan E. Schweid, MD, FACS

Experienced Trauma & Critical Care Surgery Expert

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Critical Care Surgery - General Surgery, Surgeon, Critical Care, Hernia Repair, Appendectomy, Colorectal Surgery, Abdominal Surgery, General & Minimally Invasive Surgery, Trauma & Emergency, Wound Care, Thyroid, Parathyroid, Adrenal, Perioperative Care, Postoperative Complications, Infection Management, Gastrointestinal, Laparoscopic Surgery, Robotic Surgery

Jonathan Schweid, MD, FACS, is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery in Surgery and Surgical Critical Care. Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Dr. Schweid completed his medical degree at the Medical College of Ohio (UTMC) in 2004. He completed his surgical residency training at the Cleveland Clinic and Fairview Hospital in 2009 and his fellowship in surgical critical care at the Mayo Clinic in 2010. Since then, Dr. Schweid has been in clinical practice specializing in Trauma Surgery, Surgical Critical Care, and General Surgery. He is currently the Chief of Surgery at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital. Licensed in the States: Michigan Ohio Florida

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Kerent D Pihl, DO, FACOS

General Surgeon - West Michigan

Grand Rapids Surgical Associates

Wyoming, Michigan

General Surgery - Gallbladder Surgery, Hernia Surgery, Small Intestine Surgery, Colon Surgery, Skin surgery, General Surgery Coding, General Surgery Billing, Hiatal Hernia Surgery, Reflux Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Abdominal wall reconstruction

Highly experienced high volume general surgeon in the Grand Rapids, Michigan region. Completed medical school at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011. Completed general surgery residency at Mclaren Greater Lansing in 2016. Acquired Board Certification through the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons in 2017 and shortly thereafter acquired fellowship into the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. Has been core Faculty of the University of Michigan Health West General Surgery Residency Program since 2016. Adjunct Clinical Faculty at Michigan State University since 2011 and University of Michigan since 2018. Currently in sole ownership private practice at Grand Rapids Surgical Associates PLLC. Well versed in open, laparoscopic and robotic surgery as well as endoscopies. With case volumes consistently in the top 5% in the nation, have clinical experience equivalent to surgeons who have been in practice 30+ years. I will offer unbiased expe...

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Jill M Krystofinski Mantell, DNAP, CRNA

Academic Clinical Research Board Certified

CRNA Expert Consultation Services LLC

Michigan

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Eric G. Heegaard, MD

Award-Winning Obstetrician Gynecologist

Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Obstetrics & Gynecology, Gynecology - Birth Injury, Robotic Surgery, Endometriosis, Bowel Injury, Bladder Injury, Laparoscopy, Obstetrics, C-section, Forceps, Vacuum, Ureter Injury, Shoulder Dystocia, Hysterectomy, Myomectomy, Fibroids, Ovarian Cyst, Ectopic Pregnancy, ovarian torsion, post partum hemorrhage

Award winning general Obstetrician-Gynecologist with 29 years experience whose responsibilities include teaching of OB-GYN resident physicians and medical students. Clinical focus is on complex pelvic surgeries for the management of endometriosis and pelvic pain. I have performed over 1400 robotic surgeries, delivered over 3000 babies and have served as a surgical proctor for other robotic surgeons. Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Vast public speaking experience and proven ability to communicate complex topics to the general public through 8 years of hosting a call-in women’s health radio show and subsequent hosting of two women’s heath podcasts.

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Geoffrey J Flattmann, M.D., F.A.C.S.

General Surgeon - Expert in Robotic Assist Surgery

Flattmann Surgical Clinic

Natchez, Mississippi

General Surgery, Trauma Surgery - robotic-assisted, robotic surgery, trauma, robotic assist

Dr. Geoffrey James Flattmann is a board-certified general surgeon with over 25 years of clinical experience and more than 25,000 surgical procedures performed. Based in Natchez, Mississippi, Dr. Flattmann has maintained a solo private surgical practice since 2000, serving as a trusted provider of comprehensive general surgical care, including both open and minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Flattmann is a nationally recognized leader in robotic-assisted surgery and serves as a Robotic Surgery Proctor and Featured Speaker for Intuitive Surgical. As of May 2025, he has performed over 1,400 robotic cases. His deep experience spans a wide range of general surgical procedures, including gastrointestinal surgery, hernia repair, gallbladder and biliary tract procedures, appendectomy, and surgical oncology. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Flattmann has served in multiple hospital leadership roles, including Chief of Surgery at Merit Health Natchez (current), Chief of Staff durin...

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Wayne S Orr, III

General Surgery and Surgical Oncology- Professor

University of Mississippi Medical Center

Ridgeland, Mississippi

General Surgery, Surgical Oncology - surgical oncology, hepatobiliary surgery, abdominal surgery, dermatological surgery, acute care surgery, breast surgery, colon surgery, rectal surgery, gallbladder surgery, small bowel surgery, appendix surgery, sarcoma, melanoma, stomach, gastric, robotic surgery, appendicitis, cancer, skin cancer

General Surgery- University of Tennessee Health Science Center- Memphis, TN Complex Surgical Oncology Fellowship- MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Tx Division Chief, Surgical Oncology at the University of Mississippi Medical Center- Jackson, MS Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Mississippi Medical Center- Jackson, MS Staff General Surgeon at Southwest Mississippi Medical Center- McComb, MS Staff General Surgeon at Merit Health Systems- Madison, MS Associate Program Director for General Surgery at the University of Mississippi Medical Center- Jackson, MS State Chair, American College of Surgeons Committee on Cancer, Mississippi Chairman, Clinical Cancer Committee at the University of Mississippi Medical Center- Jackson, MS Chair, Gastrointestinal Tumor Board at the University of Mississippi Medical Center- Jackson, MS

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Keely Buesing, MD, FACS

Professor of Surgery | Gen Surg, Trauma & ICU

KLB Witness Services, LLC

Omaha, Nebraska

General Surgery, Trauma Surgery - Trauma Surgery, Trauma Surgeon, Surgical Critical Care, Acute Care Surgery, Emergency Surgery, Critical Care Medicine, ICU, Sepsis, Septic Shock, Abdominal Surgery, Appendectomy, Cholecystectomy, Robotic Surgery, Bowel Perforation, Hernia, Hemorrhage, Gunshot Wound, Blunt Trauma, Motor Vehicle Accident, Hernia Mesh

Dr. Keely Buesing is a nationally recognized general, trauma and critical care surgeon with extensive experience in the care of critically ill and injured patients. She is double board-certified in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Buesing is a Professor of Surgery at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) and practices full-time at a Level I academic trauma center, where she provides expert care for critically ill and injured patients, including those with blunt and penetrating trauma, surgical emergencies, and complex abdominal conditions. Dr. Buesing brings an exceptional combination of clinical expertise, academic leadership, and legal insight to her role as an expert witness. Her areas of specialization include trauma surgery, emergency general surgery, and surgical critical care, with particular focus on complications related to cholecystectomy, appendectomy, bowel obstruction and perforation, hernia repair (including m...

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Jill M Krystofinski Mantell, DNAP, CRNA

Academic Clinical Research Board Certified

CRNA Expert Consultation Services LLC

New Jersey

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Domenico Savatta, MD

Urologist | Robotic Surgeon | Standard of Care

Innovative Urology

Edison, New Jersey

Urology & Urological Surgery - Urology, Robotic urologic surgery, Robotic surgery, Urologic oncology, General urology, Prostate cancer, BPH, Benign prostatic hyperplasia, Transperineal prostate biopsy, Prostate biopsy, Kidney cancer, Renal mass, Partial nephrectomy, Radical prostatectomy, Standard of care, Surgical complications, Perioperative

Domenico Savatta, MD, FACS, is a board-certified urologist and clinically active robotic urologic surgeon with experience in robotic urologic surgery, urologic oncology, general urology, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), prostate cancer, renal surgery, transperineal prostate biopsy, and perioperative urologic care. He serves as Chief of Minimally Invasive and Robotic Adult Urologic Surgery at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and maintains active hospital practice, including RWJBarnabas Health Rahway Hospital. He also performs robotic urologic surgery in West Virginia hospital practice. Dr. Savatta earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from The Cooper Union, graduating summa cum laude, and received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the State University of New York at Stony Brook, where he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha. He completed surgical training and urology residency at Indiana University. His engineering background and surgical training inform a practical, systems-...

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Jill M Krystofinski Mantell, DNAP, CRNA

Academic Clinical Research Board Certified

CRNA Expert Consultation Services LLC

New Mexico

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Umut Sarpel, MD, MSc, FACS

Award-Winning Oncologic Surgeon

NEW YORK, New York

General Surgery - Surgical, Oncology, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, General Surgery, Clinical Research, Cancer, stomach, pancreas, liver, biliary tree, small bowel, colon, sarcomas, robotic surgery

Umut Sarpel, MD, MSc, is a board-certified surgeon who specializes in Surgical Oncology and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. She received her Bachelor of Science degree with Distinction in Research from the University of Rochester and earned her medical degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo. Dr. Sarpel completed her residency in General Surgery at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and then pursued an additional two years of fellowship training in the field of Surgical Oncology while attaining a Master of Science in Clinical Research. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a Fellow of the Society of Surgical Oncology. Dr. Sarpel specializes in the care of patients with cancers of the stomach, pancreas, liver, biliary tree, small bowel, and colon, as well as sarcomas. Her practice includes open and robotic surgery. In addition, she performs Heated Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) for the treatment of carcinomatosis. A compelling stor...

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Ray Sultan, MD FACS

Urology

Mt Sinai South Nassau

Oceanside, New York

Urology & Urological Surgery - Urologic Injury, Urologic Complications, Kidney Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Kidney Stone, Ureteral Injury, Bladder Injury, Incontinence, ED, BPH, Infertility, Robotic Surgery, Fistula, Prosthesis, Prostate laser, Delayed Diagnosis, Testicle, Scrotum Urology

Dr. Sultan is a highly skilled and experienced Diplomate of the American Board of Urology, with over 14 years of clinical and surgical expertise in university, community, and teaching hospital settings. He is board-certified in urology and has a broad range of experience in both surgical and non-surgical treatments of general urology. Dr. Sultan offers expert consulting services, providing objective, evidence-based opinions on medical issues related to urological care and malpractice. He has successfully consulted on over 40 cases, offering invaluable insights that have contributed to positive outcomes for his clients. Dr. Sultan is available for free telephone case reviews and is committed to providing thorough, reliable insights for attorneys seeking a trusted expert. His extensive clinical background, combined with his academic and teaching experience, ensures that he can provide well-informed, accurate, and credible testimony and consulting services. Dr. Sultan graduated as va...

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Armen Kirakosyan, MD, MBA, URPS, FACOG, FACS, FRCSC

Clarence Center, New York

Gynecology, Urology & Urological Surgery - Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, Robotic surgery, Pelvic/Vaginal mesh, Vaginal surgery, Gynecology, Hysterectomy, Slings, Laparoscopic surgery, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, Vaginal lasers, Pelvic pain, Vaginal Fistula, Cosmetic GYN surgery, Prolapse surgery, Endometriosis

- Highly experienced Urogynecologist and GYN surgeon in Buffalo, New York - 25+ years of practice - 8000+ surgical cases - 1300+ robotic surgical cases - Triple US Board certified within the fields of: General Obstetrics and Gynecology Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery - Certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada - Certified by Collège des Médecins du Québec - Expertise and training in Cosmetic Gynecologic surgeries - New York medical license - Certificate of registration for Independent practice by CPSO, Canada - Clinical Assistant Professor at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at SUNY University at Buffalo - Longtime member of Credentials Committee for large hospital system in Western NY - Executive MBA program at Kellogg School of Management and Schulich School of Business

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David Lent, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Southern Westchester Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Associates

New Rochelle, New York

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manal hegazy

over 20 years experience in general surgery

bayshore, New York

General Surgery - robotic surgery, davinici surgery, laparoscopic surgery, breast surgery

Over 20 years of general surgery experience in long island. Has experience in laparoscopic and robotic procedures. and breast surgery. have attended multiple conferences through our the years. liscenced in NY board certified in general surgery. member of FACS member of SAGEs member of American hernia society

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Vinci Jones, MD, FACS

Dix Hills, New York

Pediatric Surgery, General Surgery - laparoscopic surgery, neonatal surgery, pediatrics, neonatology, robotic surgery, GI surgery, gastroenterology, pediatric urology, pediatric gynecology, adolescent gynecology, global surgery, hepatobiliary surgery, pediatric thoracic surgery

I am a pediatric general and specialist surgeon with 24 years experience, spanning both academic and a busy clinical practice. After having the opportunity to train at some of the busiest centers in the world in India and Australia, I worked as a pediatric surgeon abroad for 9 years, followed by a busy practice as an Attending Pediatric Surgeon in the United States for the last 15 years. My training abroad was recognized by the University of State of New York and the American College of Surgeons. I am licensed to practice medicine in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Florida. My unique experience makes me adept at both open and minimal invasive surgery and has enabled me to amass a large experience relevant to my specialty in a relatively short period of time. Concurrent with my clinical practice has been an academic practice that has included training medical students, resident pediatricians, resident general surgeons and pediatric surgery fellows. I have 30 peer reviewed pub...

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Jill M Krystofinski Mantell, DNAP, CRNA

Academic Clinical Research Board Certified

CRNA Expert Consultation Services LLC

New York

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Jessica Blum, NP

Cardiothoracic Surgery Expert Witness

Cortlandt Manor, New York

Cardiothoracic Surgery, Critical Care Medicine - Heart transplant Coordinator, lung transplant, robotic surgery, TAVR, ECMO, LVADs, CABG, Valvular disease, endocarditis, dissections, discharge Nurse practitioner, thoracic nurse practitioner, Cardiothoracic NP, Cardiothoracic Nurse practitioner, Critical care, Pericardial effusion, Pneumonia, Pleural effusion, Arrhythmias, Hypertension

I am a board-certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with more than 15 years of experience in cardiothoracic surgery and critical care at leading academic medical centers, including NYU Langone Health, Mount Sinai, Montefiore Medical Center, the University of Pennsylvania, and Maimonides Medical Center. My clinical expertise includes the perioperative management of complex cardiac and thoracic surgical patients, such as those requiring heart and lung transplantation, LVAD therapy, ECMO initiation and management, and advanced mechanical circulatory support. As a cardiothoracic surgery NP, I have managed patients across the continuum of care, performed invasive procedures (central lines, arterial lines, Swan-Ganz catheters), developed and implemented evidence-based protocols, and trained Acute Care Nurse Practitioner students in both academic and clinical settings. My academic roles have included curriculum development and instruction at Pace University, where I co-developed the Adul...

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Ariella Nouriel, MD, FACOG

OBGYN Expert Witness

Ariella Nouriel, MD Medical Consulting PLLC

New York, New York

Obstetrics & Gynecology - Case Evaluation, Independent Medical Review, Legal Report Preparation, Standard-of-Care Analysis, Obstetrics & Maternal Care, Ectopic Pregnancy, Postpartum Hemorrhage, Robotic Surgery

Board-certified OB/GYN and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner with over 10 years of experience providing comprehensive obstetrical and gynecologic care in both private practice and academic faculty settings. Has performed more than 2,000 deliveries and manages low- and high-risk obstetric and gynecologic patients. Surgical experience includes vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, newborn circumcisions, and advanced gynecologic procedures, including abdominal, laparoscopic, and robotic hysterectomies. Provides consultation and expert witness services in obstetric and gynecologic medicolegal cases. Experienced in detailed medical record review, standards-of-care analysis, written report preparation, and deposition testimony. Clinical expertise includes obstetric management, surgical complications, menopause care, and gynecologic procedural standards. Assistant Professor at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, actively involved in mentoring pre-medical students,...

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Tunc Aksehirli

board certified general and bariatric surgeon, 17y

pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

General Surgery, Obesity - minimally invasive surgery, revisional bariatric surgery, gastric surgery, mesh placement, robotic surgery, colon and Rectal surgery, Abdominal wall hernias, mesh removal, bariatric surgery, foregut surgery, inguinal hernias, mesh complications, intestinal surgery, esophageal reflux surgery, robotic inguinal hernias

Since 2011, I have specialized in minimally invasive, robotic, bariatric (both standard and revisional), foregut, and abdominal wall hernias both standard and revisional surgeries. I have extensive experience managing surgical complications, perioperative decision making, and standards of care. Beyond clinical practice, I am deeply involved in position education, mentoring surgeons on robotic platform times, and surgical proctoring. I held the extensive academic appointments and a have spent years training resident, currently serving as assistant program director for I advanced surgical fellowship program. This combined clinical and educational background informs my expert witness evaluations and testimony. LICENSURE & CERTIFICATION • Pennsylvania Medical License (Active) • American Board of Surgery – Board Certified (2011–Present) • Fellow, American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons (ASMBS) • Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery – Certified • Fundamentals o...

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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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Jill M Krystofinski Mantell, DNAP, CRNA

Academic Clinical Research Board Certified

CRNA Expert Consultation Services LLC

Doylestown, Pennsylvania

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Kurt A Fichtner, MD

Cardiothoracic, General, and robotic surgery.

Trenton, South Carolina

Cardiothoracic Surgery, General Surgery - Robotic Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Government and Civil Health Care, Lung Disease, Foregut, Surgical ICU, Aerospace Medicine, Esophageal Disease, Ion Robot, Aeromedical Evacuation, Mediastinal Mass, General Surgery, Team building, Chest Surgery, Critical care, Robotic program development

Experienced physician, surgeon, and educator in areas of government and civil healthcare systems. Have served DOD, Veterans Affairs, and Civil hospitals and facilities. Knowledgeable, trained, and practicing in areas of Cardiot-horacic and General Surgery. Capable team builder bringing expertise necessary to lead and develop robotic surgical teams. Actively practicing robotic surgery. Experience as Chief of Staff, Chief of Cardio-thoracic Surgery, and Chairman of Robotic Steering Committees. Educator for medical schools, as well as surgical residency and fellowship programs. Mentor and proctor in surgery and robotic surgery. Extensive experience in domestic and foreign environments, military and civilian experience working and developing individuals as well as teams. Experienced in occurrence investigation, adverse outcomes investigation, investigation of deviations from established policies and procedures in civil and government systems. Experienced in Aerospace medicine, FAA m...

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Eric S Heinz, MBA, MEM

MedTech Expert - 23 Years of Experience

Heinz Ventures, LLC

Memphis, Tennessee

Medical Devices, Marketing - M&A, Product Liability, Intellectual Property, Commercial Disputes, Mergers & Acquisitions, Venture Capital, Robotic Surgery, Spine, MedTech, Branding, Trademarks, Biomedical Engineering, Trade Secrets, da Vinci Surgery, Securities, Shareholder Litigation, Governance

With 23+ years of broad and deep functional experience in the MedTech/medical device industry, Eric Heinz provides litigation consulting and expert witness testimony related to commercial disputes, marketing, mergers & acquisitions, product liability, and intellectual property. Over his career, he has become a expert in the development and commercialization of surgical robotics, most notably through his past position as product manager for the da Vinci Surgical System at Intuitive Surgical. He is a registered patent agent, and is named as an inventor on 19 Issued US patents. His knowledge across product development engineering, marketing and M&A provide a unique perspective when understanding complex situations in this highly regulated industry. His extensive network in the industry (Top 1% LinkedIn Social Selling Index) facilitates warm introductions between engaged counsel and hard to source subject matter experts. He is known for his expertise in translating complex techn...

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Jorge L Carmona, MD

Specialized in all aspects of general surgery

El Paso, Texas

General Surgery - Gallbladder surgery, Ventral hernia repair, General Surgery, Cholecystectomy, Abdominal wall hernia repair, Incisional hernia repair, Laparoscopic surgery, Inguinal hernia repair, Open surgery, Robotic surgery, Colon surgery, Bowel surgery, Hernia repair

As a board-certified General Surgeon, Dr. Jorge Carmona practices individualized, patient-centered care. He takes pride in his ability to bring the most advanced surgical care to his practice with a goal of getting patients back to their normal, healthy lives as soon as possible. Dr. Carmona is devoted to providing compassionate, comprehensive care with special interests in robotic/laparoscopic surgery, hernia repair and diseases of the gallbladder and colon. Currently services the position of Vice-Chief of Surgery at Hospital of Providence Transmountain Campus in El Paso, Tx. Outside of the office, Dr. Carmona is an active member of his community. He enjoys spending time connecting and celebrating Latino culture as well as sharing his hobby of being an avid car enthusiast. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish.

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Nicholas D. Iagulli, MD

Arthroscopic, Robotic, and Sports Ortho Surgeon

RIO Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Dallas, Texas

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine - Shoulder Injuries, Shoulder Replacement, Robotic Surgery, Fractures, Total Joints, Knee Injuries, Regenerative Medicine, Elbow Injuries, Hip Replacement, Hip Injuries, Stem Cells, Knee Replacement, Arthroscopic Surgery, Platelet Rich Plasma

Dr. Nicholas Iagulli is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopic and robotic-assisted surgery of the shoulder, knee, hip, and elbow. He maintains an active, high-volume private practice in Texas and provides comprehensive operative and non-operative care for sports injuries, degenerative conditions, traumatic injuries, and complex reconstructive cases. Dr. Iagulli completed advanced fellowship training in arthroscopic surgery, sports medicine, and minimally invasive orthopedic surgery. He routinely performs complex procedures including rotator cuff repair, labral repair, biceps tenodesis, shoulder stabilization, knee ACL reconstruction and ligament repair, meniscus repair, cartilage restoration, hip arthroscopy with labral repair, elbow arthroscopy with ligament repair, robotic-assisted total knee arthroplasty, robotic-assisted total hip arthroplasty, and complex revision procedures. His practice includes evaluation and management of po...

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Ritha Belizaire, MD FACS FASCRS

General, colorectal and minimally invasive surgeon

Houston Community Surgical

Houston, Texas

Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery - colonoscopy, GI surgery, proctology, pelvic surgery, robotic surgery, colon cancer, rectal cancer, Diverticulitis, Appendectomy, minimally invasive surgery, intestine, colon, rectum, Gallbladder, Cholecystectomy , Appendix, Colostomy, Ileostomy

Dual board certified general and colorectal surgeon in the Houston area. I am an assistant professor of surgery and owner of my solo general and colorectal surgery practice. Extensive experience in academic surgery (OH, NY and TX), resident and medical student education and serving low income/under resourced communities. I take care of patients with disorders of the gallbladder, small bowel, appendix, benign skin and soft tissue, colon, rectum and anus. I am certified in robotic surgery and perform colonoscopy as part of my practice.

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Jill M Krystofinski Mantell, DNAP, CRNA

Academic Clinical Research Board Certified

CRNA Expert Consultation Services LLC

Texas

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Cabot S Murdock

General/Robotics Surgery Expert Witness

SOUTH JORDAN, Utah

General Surgery - General Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Mixed Martial Arts, Boxing, Military

I bring a broad and well‑rounded background in medical review and evaluation. My foundation in this work began during my military service, where I served as a consultant to the Surgeon General of the United States Air Force, assessing standards of care in malpractice cases involving the Department of Defense. Today, my consulting practice spans three key areas: independent dispute resolution for physician coding accuracy, Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs), and expert witness testimony. Clinically, I focus on acute care general surgery and medical student education, and I also serve as a certified ringside physician for both amateur and professional unarmed combat events while continuing my commitment to military reserve duty. I am board‑certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery and a fellow in good standing with the American College of Surgeons. In my current role, I direct the Robotic Surgery program and oversee morbidity and mortality reviews for robotic cases, su...

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Nikola A Letham, DO

Board Certified OBGYN with 10 years experience

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Obstetrics & Gynecology - Forceps, cesarean section, c section, birth injury, operative delivery, VBAC, birth injury, ectopic pregnancy, hypoxic brain injury, laparoscopic surgery, surgical injury, robotic surgery, preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, hemorrhage, maternal death, fetal death, uterine rupture, ureteral injury, personal injury

I am a Licensed, Board Certified OBGYN who has been in practicing in Virginia and North Carolina since 2015. I have been involved in teaching of medical students and residents since 2018. I bring years of clinical experience, teaching, technical writing and speaking together to review cases for both plaintiffs and defense. I perform DaVinci Robotic surgery in addition to general laparoscopy. I also manage and deliver high risk pregnancies at a center with a Level 3 NICU and associated with a Level II Trauma Center.

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Samuel Saleeb, MD, FACOG

Award winning OBGYN and Urogynecologist physician

Saleeb Expert Consulting

Suffolk, Virginia

Obstetrics & Gynecology, Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery - Urogynecology, female pelvic medicine, pelvic floor repair surgery, Laparoscopic surgery, vaginal prolapse, Uterine prolapse, Pelvic floor relaxation, Pelvic pain, Overactive bladder, Laparoscopic surgery, Robotic surgery, Hysterectomy, Ureteral injury, Fetal distress, Cesarean Section, infection

With over 30 years of unparalleled experience in obstetrics and gynecology, including a distinguished specialization in urogynecology and minimally invasive surgery, I provide expert witness services that attorneys can rely on for precision and professionalism. My expertise spans comprehensive medical record reviews, the preparation of meticulous medical reports, and confident appearances in depositions and trials. As both a seasoned clinician and educator, I bring a depth of understanding and a unique ability to convey complex medical concepts in clear, compelling language—qualities that make me an invaluable asset in malpractice litigation. For more than five years, I have supported both defense and plaintiff attorneys in navigating the intricacies of OBGYN-related cases. My balanced approach ensures an objective analysis that withstands scrutiny, whether in preparing case assessments or presenting testimony. By leveraging my extensive background in urogynecology, minimally invas...

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Adam M Khader, MD, PhD, FACS, FSSO

Surgical Oncologist - Expert Witness

VCU School of Medicine, Veterans Affairs Administration

Richmond, Virginia

Surgical Oncology, General Surgery - Hepatobiliary Surgery, Pancreatic Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Oncology

Dr. Adam Khader, MD, PhD, FACS, FSSO Surgical Oncology Expert Witness | Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Cancer Specialist E:mail: adammkhader@gmail.com Dr. Adam Khader is a board-certified surgical oncologist and Associate Professor at VCU School of Medicine with extensive expertise in complex cancer surgery, gastrointestinal malignancies, colorectal cancer, and minimally invasive robotic procedures. As an attending surgeon at a major medical center and Associate Professor of Surgery, he brings a deep understanding of oncologic standards of care, surgical complications, and clinical decision-making. With a PhD in molecular medicine and a research focus on coagulation and metastasis, Dr. Khader offers authoritative insights on cancer progression, treatment protocols, and surgical outcomes. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national oncology conferences. Dr. Khader provides expert case reviews, deposition testimony, and trial testimony in cas...

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Aimee E. Gough, MD

Wyoming Surgical Associates

Casper, Wyoming

Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery - Colon Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Rectal Cancer, Diverticulitis, Hemorrhoids, Anal Fistula, Anastomotic Leak, Surgical Complications, IBD, Bowel Obstruction, Colonoscopy, Low Anterior Resection, Colon Cancer, Ostomy, Hernia, Appendix, Gallbladder, Adhesions, Fistula

Dr. Aimee Gough is board-certified in Colon and Rectal Surgery as well as General Surgery and has been in independent practice for over five years. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, a clinical instructor at the University of Washington School of Medicine, and an ATLS instructor. She maintains a busy private practice where she practices both colorectal surgery and general surgery (including trauma) - with a focus on minimally invasive surgical care (robotic and laparoscopic) for diseases of the colon and rectum. She also cares for patients with anorectal and pelvic floor disorders. As the only board-certified colon and rectal surgeon in her state, she routinely sees complex patients, inherits and manages complication, and undertakes re-do operations. With experience in medical education and public speaking, Dr. Gough communicates effectively and excels at conveying complicated medical topics in a c...