Ophthalmology Expert Witnesses in Washington

Ophthalmology, Optometry - Eye trauma, ruptured globe, retinopathy, cataract surgery, LASIK surgery, PRK, laser vision correction, refractive surgery, refractive lens exchange, SMILE, cornea, corneal transplants, corneal ulcers, pterygium surgery, glaucoma, neuro-ophthalmology, retina, vision loss, blindness, endophthalmitis

My Vision Is To Improve Sight!TM"; the slogan I created, trademarked, and use as a compass to guide to how I treat every patient, every visit. I am a Board Certified, solo-practice comprehensive ophthalmologist that specializes in cataract, cornea, and refractive surgery. I completed internship in Internal Medicine at Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage, CA. I then went on to ophthalmology training at Howard University in Washington, D.C. I continued training with completion of a fellowship in Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery at the prestigious UCLA Jules Stein Eye Institute in Los Angeles, CA. I am certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO) and an active member of the American Association of Ophthalmology (AAO). I have also been involved in clinical research studies aimed at maximizing visual outcomes in patients with high degrees of irregular astigmatism undergoing cataract surgery. My research experience in ophthalmology has helped guide my clinical p...

Ophthalmology, Brain Injury Medicine - MVA, concussion, catastrophic vision loss, eyelid malpractice, dry eye disease, glaucoma progression, double vision, delay in retinal tear Tx, cataract surgery, incorrect lens power, dislocated implant, posterior capsule or zonular tear, endophthalmitis, dropped nucleus, incarceration

I have provided expert witness services in 14 states, with many cases still active. A strength of my methodology is the case review, informed by my interest in analytic writing and clear communication. I undertake the perspective of the treating physician to try to understand their actions at various inflection points. The review looks at office visits, operative reports, imaging studies, patient narratives, and timelines before, during, and after the events in question. What is not documented can be as important as what is explicitly stated. Alternative explanations are considered when the initial causation theory is not supported by the facts,. A fresh set of eyes sometimes can offer new insights. This forensic approach forms the basis for my opinions regarding standard of care, causation, and damages. (See Article 1.) I am board certified in ophthalmology with dual fellowships in oculoplastics and cataract surgery. My resident and fellowship training were at the Universi...

Olympia, Washington

Ophthalmology - LASIK, PRK, Refractive Surgery, Laser Vision Correction Surgery, Cataract Surgery, Intraocular Lens replacement, Phakic IOL, Eye Surgery Complications, Eye Injuries, Complicated Anterior Segment Surgery

Comprehensive Cataract and Refractive Surgeon, with 25+ years of clinical/surgical experience. I established a regional consultative ophthalmology practice, specializing in vision correction surgery. With over 20,000 restorative ocular surgeries performed, I have developed a reputation for excellent surgical outcomes and patient rapport. Patient education is integral to my success as a surgeon, often having to explain complex medical conditions to anxious and apprehensive patients. My excellent communication skills allow me to effectively educate those without extensive medical knowledge. I graduated manga cum laude from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia and completed residency training at Wills Eye Hospital (Top 3 Residency Program for past 30 years). I then completed a one-year Fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery at the University of Utah's John A. Moran Eye Center. I then helped establish Clarus Eye Centre and AuroraLASIK, where I have practiced continuou...

Bainbridge Island, Washington

Ophthalmology, Optometry - Eye Trauma Injuries, Eye Surgery Complications, Eye Infections, Vision Loss, Retinal Detachment, Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Eye Toxicity from Medications, Eye Complications from surgical procedures, Medical-Legal Evaluations

I have been a practicing comprehensive ophthalmologist and specialized vitreoretinal surgeon since 1996. While serving as Assistant Clinical Professor at Texas Tech University, I gained extensive expertise in managing complicated eye disorders, ocular surgical complications, eye trauma, and eye infections. I have utilized my clinical experience in work as a QA/UR reviewer for many carriers as well as in reviewing and being both a defense and plaintiff expert witness for ophthalmology malpractice and personal injury cases. My goal is to always deliver balanced unbiased objective expert opinions in a cost-effective timely manner.