Board-Certified MD with Admin Expertise in Care
Contact this Expert Witness
- Company: Expedient Medicolegal
- Phone: 855-855-0525
- Fax: 855-329-0525
- Website: www.expedientmedicolegal.com/
Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness
General Specialties:
Family Medicine and Nursing Home AdministrationKeywords/Search Terms:
Standard of Care, Patient Safety, Polypharmacy, Chronic Disease Management, Traumatic Injury, Whole Person Impairment, Disability, Elder Care, Long Term Care, Geriatric Care, Opioid Use Disorder, Misdiagnosis, Informed Consent, Treatment ProtocolsEducation:
BS, Kinnaird College; MD, Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates; MBA, UMASS Isenberg School of Business; MEHP, Johns Hopkins UniversityNumber of Times Deposed/Testified in Last 4 Yrs:
19Additional Information
Dr. Saira Dar, MD, MBA, MEHP, ABAARM is a board-certified physician and educator with nearly 20 years of experience, specializing in family medicine, integrative medicine, and functional medicine. Based in Los Angeles, Dr. Dar is dedicated to providing personalized, patient-centered care for adults, children, and geriatric populations, with a focus on chronic disease management, anti-aging, genomics, and nutrition. Her approach to care emphasizes lifestyle medicine and preventive health, integrating these principles to enhance patient outcomes and quality of life. Dr. Dar currently serves as the Program Director for a Family Medicine Residency Program, where she imparts her extensive clinical knowledge and high standards of care to future healthcare providers. Previously, she held a directorship at a high-volume clinic managing approximately 5,000 patients per month, a role that refined her expertise in patient flow management, clinical supervision, and the implementation of quality improvement measures in fast-paced environments. In addition to her experience in outpatient settings, Dr. Dar has extensive experience providing care in skilled nursing facilities, where she has managed complex medical cases, coordinated with multidisciplinary teams, and ensured high standards of care for elderly and chronically ill patients. Her fellowship in Functional Medicine with the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) and specialized training in cognitive health through the RECODE program further highlight her skills in managing complex health issues, particularly in elderly populations. Additionally, she holds certification to treat opioid dependence, underscoring her capability in addressing substance use disorders and her knowledge of safe prescribing practices and mental health management. An accomplished author, Dr. Dar wrote Clinical Mind Maps: Using the Epi-Logical Approach, a textbook on diagnostic reasoning that reflects her ability to distill complex medical concepts into accessible frameworks. With advanced degrees in Health Professions Education from Johns Hopkins University and an MBA from the University of Massachusetts, she brings a unique blend of medical, educational, and administrative expertise. Her leadership in program development, clinical education, and patient care speaks to her commitment to healthcare excellence and her proficiency in diverse clinical and administrative roles. Recognized with numerous awards for her contributions to medical education and patient care, Dr. Dar has demonstrated expertise in chronic disease management, emergency and preventive medicine, and geriatric and pediatric care. Her depth of experience allows her to offer expert perspectives on a wide range of health and wellness topics, with an emphasis on individualized, integrative treatment plans and evidence-based care practices.