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Sports Injuries Expert Witnesses

Sports injuries 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 sports injuries. The sports injuries expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Dentist, Diagnostic Radiology, Family Medicine, Foot & Ankle Surgery, Hand Surgery, Independent Medical Examinations, Occupational Therapy, Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical, Pain Management - Medicine, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, Physical Medicine & Rehab, Podiatry, Radiology, and Sports Medicine.

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Vlad Gendelman, MD, QME, FAAOS

Expedient Medicolegal Services

North Hollywood, California

Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical - Hip Replacement, Joint Replacement, Arthroscopy, Sports Injuries, Scar Reduction, Tendon Tears, Traumatic Injury, Fractures, Ligament Injury, Motor Vehicle Injury, Rotator Cuff Injury, Knee Injury

Dr. Vlad Gendelman received his Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of Southern California, and received his Doctorate from University of California at Irvine. Dr. Gendelman went on to complete his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at SUNY Downstate in Brooklyn, NY. During his time in Brooklyn, NY he served as a team physician of Sheepshead Bay High School Varsity and Junior Varsity Football Teams. During his residency he completed rotations through six different New York area hospitals including Brooklyn VA Hospital as well as Kings County Hospital which provides Level 1 trauma care to the surrounding community. Dr. Gendelman is licensed to practice medicine in the state of California, and is board certified with American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is also a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is also a certified fluoroscopy supervisor and holds an operator permit. Dr. Gendelman holds membership in various professional organizations, includ...

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Josephine Lee, MD

Thousand Oaks, California

Radiology - MSK, TRAUMA, RADICULOPATHY, CONGENITAL, DISK/ DISC, MYELOMA, SPINAL CORD, ACCIDENT, MRI, CT/CAT, SCAN, sports injuries, muscle/bony tumor, orthopedic and musculoskeletal imaging, back and spine imaging, MR and CT of all joints (ie- shoulder, elbows, hand, Osteomyelitis (Bone infections)

Affiliations: - American College of Radiology - Board certified in Diagnostic Radiology Licensed: - California - Washington Josephine Lee, M.D., is a distinguished Musculoskeletal and general diagnostic radiologist with over 23 years of experience. She is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology and fellowship trained in osteoradiology. Dr. Lee maintains a busy clinical practice reviewing between 40-60 imaging studies daily and serves as Rolling Oaks Radiology Director of Musculoskeletal Imaging. Dr. Lee has demonstrated her commitment to the medical profession throughout her career and has contributed to research published in journals including American Journal of Radiology, Skeletal Radiology and European Journal of Radiology, among others. Dr. Lee’s expertise is in sports imaging and trauma. She is available for the review of cases involving sports injuries, trauma, muscle/bony tumor (musculoskeletal) imaging for all joints, and the spine. As well as bone/muscle/soft tiss...

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Yury Fayner, MD; Diplomat, American Board of Radiology

Fellowship Trained MSK Radiology; Gen & Diagnostic

Bakersfield, California

Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology - Musculoskeletal, Bone & Joint, Trauma, Back & Spine, MRI, Fractures, Injuries, Worker's Compensation, X-Ray, CT Scan, Orthopedic, General Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Ultrasound, Medical Imaging, Board Certified, Dislocation, Accident, Sports Injuries, Infection

Dr. Yury Fayner is a board certified radiologist with over a decade of experience in Southern California and is fellowship trained in musculoskeletal radiology. Dr. Fayner is experienced in general, diagnostic and musculoskeletal radiology and has specific interests in disorders of the spine, bone & joint disorders, sports medicine, trauma and injury, as well as infectious, inflammatory and cancerous musculoskeletal lesions. Dr. Fayner is available as an independent radiological expert to review medical records and render medical opinions to assist in litigation, and is offering expertise for both plaintiff and defense matters. He can provide a variety of medical/legal services from simple phone consultation to detailed expert reports and standard of care opinions.

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Glenna Tolbert, MD

Tolbert Rehabilitation

Los Angeles, California

Physical Medicine & Rehab, Pain Management - Medicine - Spinal Cord Medicine, Independent Medical Exam, Life Care Planning, Orthopedics - Nonsurgical, Carpal tunnel syndrome, neck pain, back pain, sports injuries, industrial/work injuries, herniated disc, pinched nerve, arthritis, stroke, brain injury, concussions

Dr. Glenna Tolbert, MD Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation • Dr. Tolbert is a double board-certified physician who has specialized in physical medicine, rehabilitation and spinal cord injury medicine for 25+ years • She teaches and publishes her approaches to regenerative medicine as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine at UCLA’s David Geffen School Of Medicine • Graduate of UCLA • Completed medical school at Howard University’s Medical School • Interests: Carpal tunnel syndrome, neck pain, back pain, sports injuries, industrial/work injuries, herniated disc, pinched nerve, arthritis, stroke, brain injury, concussion • Received the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA Outstanding Tutor Award in recognition of the exceptional quality of her teaching in the problem-based learning component of the human biology and disease medical education curriculum • She is certified by the State of California as a Qualified Medical Examiner (QME) for workers injured on the job • Dr. Tol...

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Michael Aron, MD

Farmington, Connecticut

Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery - Hand Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, Elbow Surgery, General Orthopedics, Industrial Injuries, Impairment Ratings, Pediatric Orthopedics, Work injuries, Sports Injuries, Nerve and trauma surgery, Case review, Record Review, IME, Personal Injury, Malpractice

Board Certified in both Orthopedic Surgery and Hand Surgery. Associate Professor University of Connecticut School of Medicine In active practice seeing patients for issues regarding the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder along with general orthopedic conditions. Expert witness, malpractice review, permanency evaluation,IME, deposition and trial experience for both plaintiff and defendant for over 20 years.

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Oluwatosin Ojo, MD

Fellowship trained foot/ankle orthopedic surgeon

Macon, Georgia

Foot & Ankle Surgery, Podiatry - Foot and ankle fractures, Bunion, foot and ankle fusion/arthrodesis, foot and ankle reconstruction, infection, Hammertoe, foot and ankle tendon repair, ulcer/osteomyelitis, foot and ankle charcot, sports injuries, foot and ankle sprain, Lisfranc injuries, trauma, amputation, diabetes

Board certified fellowship trained foot/ankle orthopedic specialist. Actively treating patients and perform wide spectrum of surgical procedures as well as non-operative treatment. Available for medical records review, case disposition analysis, depositions and court testimonies.

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Donald Nichols, FACFAS

Third Opinion Md, LLC

Clayton, Georgia

Foot & Ankle Surgery, Podiatry - Podiatry Complications, Metatarsal Fractures, Arthrodesis, Bone Spur, Foot trauma, Foot and Ankle Surgery, Flat Foot Reconstruction, Bunion, Orthotics, Diabetic Foot Infections, Foot and Ankle Deformity, Hammer Toe, Achilles, Neuropathic, Hallux Valgus, Lateral Ankle Instability, Sports Injuries

Board Certified Podiatrist/Foot and Ankle Surgeon since 1990. More than 30 professional medical opinions rendered as an Expert Witness in cases involving Standard of Care, Personal Injury, Failure to Diagnose, Workers Compensation Evaluation, Peer review, Surgical Errors, Medical Negligence. Available for medical records review, case disposition analysis, depositions and court testimonies.

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Mark D Santi, MD

Orthopedic Surgery - Univ of Hawaii Faculty

Honolulu, Hawaii

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine - trauma, arthritis, lower extremity reconstruction, sports injuries, fracture care, accidents, causation, operating room safety, hospital liability

Over 30 years of operative orthopedic experience treating traumatic and sports related injuries with a subspecialization in lower extremity deformity and arthritis. Over 18 years experience as Chief of Surgery overseeing all surgical departments and anesthesia at a major metropolitan hospital and its affiliated clinics. Over 10 years experience as the orthopedic team physician at a Division 1 NCAA football program providing on field coverage. Over 25 years experience in report writing, deposition and trial testimony. Clinical Assistant Professor at the John A Burns School of Medicine, Univ of Hawaii, Dept of Surgery teaching orthopedic residents and students since 1994.

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Eric M Orenstein, MD, MBA

Adult Reconstruction Surgery Orthopedic Physician

IU Health Arnett Hospital

Illinois

Orthopedic Surgery, Independent Medical Examinations - Hip and Knee Replacements, Revisions, Sports Injuries, Knee Arthroscopies, Arthritis of Hip and Knee, Fracture Care, Rotator Cuff Surgery, Independent Medical Evaluations, Joint Reconstruction, Hip Specialist, Knee Specialist, Causation

I am a board-certified fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon in my 39th year of practice. I am fellowship trained in Joint Reconstructive Surgery specializing in hip and knee replacements including partial knee replacement, anterior hip replacement and complex revision surgeries. I am participating in the Maintenance of Certification and am Board Certified through December 31, 2038. I am licensed in Indiana, Ohio, Washington state, South Dakota, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Oregon. I have an Expert Witness Certificate in Florida. I perform file reviews including medical necessity reviews and quality reviews, independent medical exams, and have been an expert witness in malpractice and personal injury cases. I also perform Disability Reviews and Medical necessity reviews for the Department of Labor. I am a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, AAOS, AAHKS, OTA and am on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Arthroplasty. I am an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopedi...

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James H Whelan, DPM, FACFAS

Podiatric Surgeon-Foot & Ankle Surgery Expert

Illinois

Foot & Ankle Surgery, Podiatry - Foot and Ankle Surgery, Podiatric Surgery, Diabetic Limb Salvage, Charcot Foot Reconstruction, Complex Foot Deformity, External Fixation, Wound Care, Surgical Site Infection, Biomechanics, Foot and Ankle Trauma, Workers’ Compensation Eval, Plantar Fasciitis, Nerve Entrapment Syndromes, Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, Sports Injuries

Dr. James Whelan is a board-certified podiatric surgeon specializing in foot and ankle surgery, diabetic limb salvage, complex deformity correction, and wound care. He has extensive surgical experience, including Charcot reconstruction, total ankle arthroplasty, and external fixation techniques. Dr. Whelan practices in both hospital and outpatient settings across Wisconsin and Illinois and routinely performs independent medical evaluations (IMEs) and expert medical reviews for insurers and attorneys. He is actively involved in surgical education, serving as a mentor to residents and lecturing nationally on advanced surgical techniques, billing and coding, and clinical documentation. Dr. Whelan is a published author and an experienced clinical investigator, with ongoing research in surgical outcomes, safety of peripheral nerve blocks, and delayed wound closure protocols. He is certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and holds medical staff privileges at multiple in...

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Eric M Orenstein, MD, MBA

Adult Reconstruction Surgery Orthopedic Physician

IU Health Arnett Hospital

Lafayette, Indiana

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Randall R Wroble, MD

Knee and Shoulder Surgery

Indiana

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine - knee surgery, shoulder surgery, sports injuries, knee replacement, robotic knee surgery, wrestling injuries, hockey injuries, knee arthroscopy, shoulder arthroscopy

Dr Wroble has been in the private practice of orthopedic surgery for over 30 years. Dr. Wroble has performed over 10,000 orthopedic surgical procedures primarily involving the knee or shoulder and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Team physician for professional, Olympic, college and high school teams. Many years of resident and student teaching. Extensive speaking experience at the local, state, and national level. Numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and book authorship. Provided expert testimony in numerous depositions and reviewed records for dozens of cases. Expert consulting assisting both plaintiff and defense in issues regarding standard of care, surgical complications, and injury causation. Priority availability for scheduling meetings and depositions. Reliably meeting required deadlines. Willing to travel throughout the United States. Taking complex medical cases and communicating the pertinent facts in a clear, simple, and organiz...

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Jeffrey M Farber, MD, FACS

all aspects of pediatric orthopedic surgery

Pedipodorthoconsulting LLC

Des Moines, Iowa

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery - developmental dislocation of the hip, pediatric fractures, scoliosis, congenital abnormalities of the skeleton, Sports injuries

Jeffrey M. Farber, MD, FACS, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and has been performing surgery for over 41 years. Serving as a partner at Iowa Orthopaedic Center in Des Moines, IA, Dr. Farber’s practice specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric musculoskeletal disorders. Complimenting his medical qualifications, he earned a Master of Jurisprudence degree in health care law from Drake University. Dr. Farber is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

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Charles E Ramsey, DMD

Orofacial Pain-Head and Neck Injury Expert Witness

Ramsey Expert Witness/Consulting

Glasgow, Kentucky

Dentist, Pain Management - Medicine - Head and Neck Injuries, Sports Injuries, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Orofacial Pain, Temporomandibular Disorders, Headaches, Trigeminal Neuralgia

My expertise includes, but is not limited to, temporomandibular disorders, myofascial pain syndrome, headaches, and trigeminal neuralgia, which frequently manifest because of head and neck injury. I practiced general dentistry for 23 years, and due to a spinal cord compression in my neck, I was forced to sell my practice in 2011. In 2012 I was appointed an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Mississippi School of Dentistry and served both in the Hygiene Department and the Care Planning and Restorative Sciences Department in the Dental School. I covered student clinics for both hygiene and dental students. For the hygiene program, I coordinated the Head and Neck Anatomy Course and was the sole lecturer from 2013-2021. I also taught local anesthetics and nitrous oxide sedation to both hygiene and dental students. In the dental Occlusal Disorders course, my lecture responsibilities included temporomandibular disorders, pathology of the temporomandibular joint, and myofasc...

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Dr. Peter J. Arroyo, Jr., OTR, OTD, CHT

Certified Hand Therapist - Orthopedics & Trauma

Rochester, Minnesota

Occupational Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical - Certified Hand Therapist, Hand Injury, Cumulative Trauma, Repetitive Motion Injury, Trauma, Physical Therapy, Pain, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Wrist Injury, Sports Injuries, Range of Motion, Nerve Injury, Elbow Injury, Non-surgical Rehab, Activities of Daily Living, Splint & Orthosis, Rehabilitation, Post-surgical Rehab, Sprain, Fracture

Dr. Arroyo has been an occupational therapist, specializing in the rehabilitation of the hand & upper extremity, for more than 30 years. Dr. Arroyo has held many Leadership positions across the spectrum of healthcare, including: Multidisciplinary Private Practice, US Navy, and United States Public Health Service; ascending to the rank of Captain (Full Bird). Dr. Arroyo has a deep and broad academic and clinical background, including, but not limited to: Hand Therapy, Orthopedic Rehab, Neurological Rehab, Inpatient Rehab, Outpatient Rehab, Combat & Operational Stress, Concussion Care, PTSD, Disaster Behavioral Health, Pediatric & School Based Occupational Therapy, and Psychiatric Occupational Therapy. Chief, Rehabilitation Services: Federal Medical Center Rochester, Minnesota (Present) • Administrative &Clinical oversight: Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, Wound Care, Pain Management, and multiple contract services, inclu...

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Randall R Wroble, MD

Knee and Shoulder Surgery

COLUMBUS, Ohio

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Eric M Orenstein, MD, MBA

Adult Reconstruction Surgery Orthopedic Physician

IU Health Arnett Hospital

Ohio

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Stephen B Conner, MD

Orthopedic treatment of personal injuries

Arcadia Medical Group

Edmond, Oklahoma

Orthopedic Surgery, Family Medicine - Total joint replacements, arthroscopy, fracture care, therapeutic injections, hand surgery, adult reconstructive surgery, orthopedic trauma surgery, sports injuries, Orthopedic IMEs, Peer Reviews, Record Reviews, Medical Malpractice, plaintiff, defense, Family Medicine, Mental Health

Dr. Conner has been and currently is in the active practice of Orthopedic Surgery in the Oklahoma City area for over 35 years. He is Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery. Areas of practice include operative and non-operative treatment of Adult Degenerative and Arthritic conditions; Orthopedic Trauma,; Sports Injuries; soft tissue injuries; conditions of bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles; hand injuries; spinal conditions and injuries (non-operative only). His surgical procedures include total joint replacements, arthroscopy, fracture care, therapeutic injections, hand surgery, adult reconstructive surgery, trauma surgery, sports injuries. Dr Conner is an OU Physician through the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, and regularly sees clinic patients, performs surgery, and takes emergency call in the practice of Orthopedic Surgery. He previously served as an Assistant Clinical Instructor in Orthopedic Surgery. His legal experience spans over 30 years of IME, Med Ma...

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Anthony Ndu, MD, MBA

Yale-Trained Foot & Ankle Orthopaedic Expert

Kandu Medical Consulting LLC

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Orthopedic Surgery, Foot & Ankle Surgery - bunion, hallux rigidus, hallux valgus, ankle fracture, ankle sprain, achilles injuries, plantar fasciitis, ankle instability, Brostrom repair, peroneal tendons, posterior tibial tendon, minimally invasive surgery, arthrodesis, ankle replacement, hammertoes

Anthony Ndu, MD, MBA is a fellowship-trained, ABOS board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle surgery at Penn Medicine, where he also serves as the Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Fellowship Director and as an Assistant Professor. He performs a high volume of minimally invasive foot and ankle procedures — including bunion correction, hammertoe repair, Achilles tendon repair, ankle ligament reconstruction, and total ankle replacement — making him uniquely qualified to opine on surgical causation, treatment reasonableness, and post-surgical complications in foot and ankle injury cases. Dr. Ndu provides narrative expert opinion reports and medical records reviews for personal injury, workers' compensation, and general orthopaedic cases. He accepts both defense and select plaintiff work. He does not take medical malpractice cases. His turnaround for narrative and records review work is one week from receipt of complete records — no examination required. His fee is $7...

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Rajeev Pandarinath, MD, FAAOS

Orthopedic Surgeon, Sports Medicine Specialist

Mclean, Virginia

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine - Sports Injuries, Arthroscopic Surgery, Knee Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, Fracture Care, Knee Replacement, Cartilage Injury, Ligament Reconstruction, Standards of Orthopedic Care, Orthopedic Complications, Return-to-play, Knee Surgery Complications, Shoulder Surgery Complications, Knee Arthroscopy, Shoulder Arthroscopy

Dr. Pandarinath is a double board certified Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist. He practices in the Washington DC area, with clinic locations in both Maryland and Virginia. He was previously part of the academic faculty at George Washington University for 10 years, earning the rank of Associate Professor. He transitioned to private practice in 2020 and is currently practicing at OrthoBethesda. He has been part of numerous consultations regarding personal injury and medical malpractice, and has participated on both the plaintiff and defense sides. Contact Information: drpandarinath@gmail.com 6605 Placid Street, Falls Church, VA 22043 Phone: 310-488-7557 | Website: www.drpandarinath.com Credentials • Board Certified – American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (2022) • Subspecialty Certification (CAQ) – Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (2013) • Licenses – District of Columbia, Virginia, Maryland • Education/Training: Duke University (BS, Cum Laude), UNC-Chapel Hill (MD), U...

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Randall R Wroble, MD

Knee and Shoulder Surgery

West Virginia

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James H Whelan, DPM, FACFAS

Podiatric Surgeon-Foot & Ankle Surgery Expert

Janesville, Wisconsin