Scleroderma Expert Witnesses

Santa Ana, California

Rheumatology, Internal Medicine - Fibromyalgia, Arthritis, Widespread Pain, Pain, Occupational Industrial Environmental Rheumatology, Chronic Pain, Rheumatology, Osteoarthritis, Neck Pain, Back Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Regional Pain, Injury, Trauma, CRPS, Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Spondylitis, Scleroderma, Gout

Extensive consultation, case review, analysis, ME/IME/AME, deposition, trial experience. On behalf of: industry/insurers/defendant/defendant public local, state, and federal agencies/plaintiff for industrial/occupational/environmental/post-traumatic/disability claims of fibromyalgia, reflex dystrophy / complex regional pain syndrome(CRPS) and syndromes of chronic fatigue and pain, arthritis, connective tissue and other rheumatology diseases including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis, neck pain, back pain, lupus (SLE), scleroderma, Sjogren’s Syndrome, Raynaud's Syndrome, spondylitis, myositis, vasculitis, gout; manufacturers and physicians involved in silicone implant litigation; manufacturers involved in diet drug litigation; plaintiff for l-tryptophan EMS; physician / plaintiff in rheumatology medical malpractice issues. Degrees/Lic./Certification:. M.D., F.R.C.P.C (Board Certified Rheumatology & Internal Medicine)., F.A.C.R., ( Lic....

Beverly Hills, California

Rheumatology, Internal Medicine - Lupus, Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Rheumatology, Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Osteo Arthritis, Fatigue, Flare, Autoimmune, Scleroderma, Sjogrens, anti lipid antibodies, ANA, Malar Rash, trauma, auto immune infertility, auto immune fertility, biologics, benlysta

I have been practicing clinical rheumatology since 1979 with a special interest in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). I was fortunate to take over the clinic of Dr. Edmund Dubois on his passing in 1985 and developed the largest single practitioner lupus cohort in the United States. In collaboration with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, our institution has participated in SLICC, the Lupus Clinical Trial Consortium, and several disease criteria committees. I have been the editor of the last 7 editions of Dubois Lupus Erythematosus; the patient handbook “The Lupus Book”, has sold more than 135,000 copies. Our center has performed over 150 lupus clinical trials, biomarker, genetics, quality of life and observational studies which has resulted in 450 peer-reviewed publications and 54 books/book chapters. I have had first authorship on manuscripts relating to celecoxib, mycophenolate mofetil, leflunomide, baritcitinib, belimumab and epratuzumab and 8 publications (6 as lead author) in the Ne...

Denver, Colorado

Rheumatology, Internal Medicine - Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Inflammatory arthritis, Vasculitis, Fibromyalgia, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Lupus, Immunosuppressive therapy, Autoimmune, Scleroderma, Inflammatory myositis, Immune adverse events, Osteoporosis, Gout, Immunosuppression, Autoimmune, Arthritis

Adam Berlinberg, M.D. is a board certified Rheumatologist and internist. He works in private practice rheumatology and also has an academic background with extensive journal publications, speaking experience, and grant funding. He has expertise across all realms of rheumatology including rheumatoid arthritis, gout, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, and the managing of immunosuppressive therapies and their potential side effects/complications. Board certification in rheumatology 2020 Completed Rheumatology fellowship at the University of Colorado as an academic research track fellowship in 2020 Complete Internal Medicine residency at the University of Arizona in 2018 Special skills include digesting large volumes of data quickly with chart review and creating precise and targeted assessments/evaluations. Excellence with public speaking, concise communication, and remaining calm in pressure situations.

Highland Beach, Florida

Rheumatology, Pain Management - Medicine - Fibromyalgia, Autoimmunity, Systemic Lupus, Scleroderma, Polymyositis, Polymyalgia, Inflammatory Arthropathies, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Osteoporosis, Medication Adverse Events, Steroids

Carey B. Dachman, MD, is a triple-board-certified rheumatologist and pain management specialist who has devoted over two decades to helping others. He has special expertise in the treatment of fibromyalgia symptoms, arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome and other chronic pain disorders. Dr. Dachman was recognized as a “Top Doctor” in Cook County for over 10 years by Castle-Connolly. He also received a certificate of recognition for his back pain program from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). This program recognizes physicians who deliver superior care to those who suffer from lower back pain. He also earned recognition as a “Top Doctor” in Chicago Magazine and Best of the Best for Chicago Magazine. Dr. Dachman is known for his exceptional bedside manner and often tells patients, “You’re too young to be old!” Board-Certified: American Board of Rheumatology, American Board of Internal Medicine Fellow: American College of Rheumatology MD: University of Illinois M...

Durham, North Carolina

Rheumatology, Internal Medicine - Immunosuppressive therapies, Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, Vasculitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Inflammatory Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Scleroderma, Joint Pain, Rheumatology-Oncology overlap, Immune related adverse events

Experience in evaluation of cases of post-motor vehicle collision symptoms and review for alternative, autoimmune, osteoarthritis, or fibromyalgia. Experience reviewing cases involving immune suppressive therapies and side effects. Experience in medical malpractice review related to treatments, hospitalization, clinical care, and evaluation. Experience evaluating cases for risk of or presence of autoimmune or rheumatic disease. Expertise in reviewing cases as a second opinion of possible autoimmune or rheumatic disease.

New Providence, Pennsylvania

Rheumatology, Internal Medicine - Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Adynamic Bone Fracture, Bisphosphonates, Lupus, Fibromyalgia, Vasculitis, Biologic Therapy, Scleroderma, Myositis, Autoimmune Diseases

I am a Board Certified Rheumatologist with clinical experience in managing autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis , systemic lupus erythematosus and vasculitis, as well as chronic bone and joint diseases such as osteoarthritis and osteoporosis. I have knowledge of the medications used to these diseases as well as the side effect profiles of each drug. I am the Chief of Rheumatology and Director of Osteoporosis for Lancaster General Health and keep an active clinical practice. I will take a measured, thoughtful approach to your medical case review and can provide insight into standards of care. I will provide unbiased reviews for both plaintiff and defense cases.