Sharad Patel, MD Expert Witness
Curriculum Vitae

Critical Care/Nephrology MD - Decision Expert

Contact this Expert Witness

  • Company: Cooper University hospital
  • Phone: (478) 335-2254
  • Cell: (478) 335-2254

Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

General Specialties:

Critical Care Medicine and Nephrology

Keywords/Search Terms:

Neurocritical care, Internal Medicine, Echocardiography, Diagnostic Error, Dialysis, Clinical Decision Making, Cardiac Arrest, Procedural complications, Ventilator Management, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Sepsis, Post Surgical Care, Acute Kidney Injury, Pulmonary Embolism

Education:

MD, Morehouse School of Medince ; Internal Medicine , Mayo Clinic AZ; Nephrology , UCLA; Critical Care, Cleveland Clinic

Years in Practice:

8

Additional Information

Dr. Sharad Patel is a distinguished medical expert uniquely positioned to provide invaluable insights in complex medical-legal cases. With five board certifications spanning Critical Care, Nephrology, Internal Medicine, Neurocritical Care, and Echocardiography, Dr. Patel brings over 15 years of hands-on clinical experience from prestigious institutions to the courtroom. His expertise is further enhanced by fellowships at UCLA and Cleveland Clinic. . As an Assistant Professor at Cooper-Rowan University, Dr. Patel bridges the gap between cutting-edge medical practice and academic insight, regularly contributing to high-impact medical journals and presenting at international conferences. What sets Dr. Patel apart is his interdisciplinary approach, combining medical acumen with a strong foundation in philosophy and logic. This unique blend allows him to dissect complex medical scenarios, identify cognitive biases in clinical decision-making, and articulate intricate medical concepts to non-medical audiences with exceptional clarity. His proficiency extends to advanced critical care techniques, including complex ventilator management and ECMO, as well as the analysis of large medical datasets using AI and machine learning. Dr. Patel's expertise is particularly valuable in cases involving ICU management, renal therapies, healthcare technology implementation, and ethical considerations in critical care. His international experience with Doctors Without Borders and ongoing telemedicine work in underserved areas adds a global perspective to his testimony. As an award-winning educator and the former Critical Care Ultrasound Director at Cooper University Hospital, Dr. Patel excels in explaining complex medical principles in accessible terms. Whether addressing medical malpractice, personal injury, healthcare policy, or the implementation of emerging medical technologies, Dr. Patel offers a comprehensive, multidisciplinary perspective that can illuminate the most challenging aspects of modern healthcare litigation. His ability to analyze intricate medical situations, coupled with his understanding of healthcare technology and ethical considerations, makes him an indispensable expert witness in cases that demand a nuanced understanding of today's complex medical landscape.