Physical Therapy Expert Witnesses
The SEAK Expert Witness Directory contains a comprehensive list of physical therapy expert witnesses who testify, consult and provide litigation support on physical therapy and related issues. Physical therapy expert witnesses and consultants on this page may form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, and provide expert witness testimony at deposition and trial. The issues and subjects these physical therapy expert witnesses testify regarding may include: Physical Therapy, Falls, Geriatrics, Rehabilitation, Orthopedics, Functional Capacity Evaluation, Amputation, Personal Injury, Joint Replacements, Medical Malpractice, Pain Management, Spinal Cord Injury, Sports Medicine, Stroke, and Trauma.
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William R Thompson, PT, DPT, PhD
Physical Therapy, Falls, Fractures, & SNF Expert
Physical Therapy, Nursing Homes
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Geriatrics, skilled nursing facility (SNF), Bone, Fractures, Falls, Balance, Slip and Fall, long term care, Fall, Orthopedics, Gabapentin, Lyrica, Neurontin, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Skeletal Health, Acute Care, Trauma, Orthopedic Trauma, fracture
Dr. Thompson has been practicing as a physical therapist since 2007. He has worked in both outpatient orthopedic and inpatient physical therapy settings, including major medical institutions such as University of North Carolina Hospitals and Indiana University Health Hospitals, as well as rural hospital systems. He has worked extensively with geriatric populations and with individuals with neurological, orthopedic, and trauma related conditions.
In addition to his clinical expertise as a physical therapist, Dr. Thompson holds a PhD in biomechanics and movement science where his technical expertise is in molecular biology and genetics with an emphasis on bone health and fracture healing. Dr. Thompson has published over 50 peer-reviewed manuscripts and several book chapters. Additionally, he has received numerous national and international awards recognizing his contributions to the field of physical therapy, bone biology, and musculoskeletal health. Dr. Thompson’s research examines ...
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Allison Weiner-Lasher, DPT, OTR/L
Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Expert
Allison Weiner-Lasher Therapy and Consulting Services, LLC.
Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy
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Nursing homes, inpatient rehab hospitals, pediatrics, geriatrics, surgical protocols, falls, sexual assault, Durable medical equipment, orthopedics, pressure sores, transfers, independent medical examination, fall risk assessment, supervision, fall precautions, medical necessity, trauma, oncology, outpatient rehabilitation, neurological
Licensed physical and occupational therapist. 20+ years of clinical experience including adults, pediatrics, nursing homes, inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient rehabilitation. Several years teaching experience. 9+ years expert witness experience. Significant supervisory experience of physical therapy and occupational therapy assistants, aides and students.
Adult Physical Therapy (PT) experience includes patients with physical therapy deficits after oncology diagnoses and treatments, arthroscopic/arthroplasty surgeries of the shoulder, knee, hip and ankle, rotator cuff repairs, total shoulder replacements, Achilles repairs, post-operative cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine surgeries, back pain syndromes, hand injuries/tendon repairs, ankle injuries/fractures, carpal tunnel repair, lumbar and cervical spine injuries, neurological diagnoses, knee, hip, and ankle injuries and foot conditions. Inpatient/SNF/Outpatient Setting
Occupational Therapy (OT) experience includes cardiova...
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Dr. Michelle E Wolpov, PT, DPT, MBA, AT(R), CSCS
Physical Therapy Expert Witness since 2005
Physical Therapy Expert Witness Services
Physical Therapy
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Physical Therapy, Physical Therapist, Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal Injury, Standard of Care, Rehabilitation, Health Club, Personal Training, Personal Trainer, Fitness, Gym
Dr. Wolpov has practiced in the physical therapy industry for over 38 years, and she specializes in the outpatient orthopedic setting. In 1987, Dr. Wolpov graduated from Ithaca College with an undergraduate degree in Physical Therapy. She began employment as a PT in a variety of settings, including acute care in hospitals, and subacute care in nursing homes, home care, and assisted-living facilities. She also worked with athletes from the U.S. Olympic Team and for the NY Giants. In 2001, Dr. Wolpov graduated top of her class, with a 4.0 GPA and an MBA from Monmouth University. In May 2002, Dr. Wolpov opened Game Shape Physical Therapy and Fitness Center in Manalapan, NJ. Game Shape is a premier full-service physical therapy facility, also offering exclusive one-on-one personal training and fitness memberships. Game Shape is a Rehabilitation Network - Participating Location with the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City. In late 2023, Game Shape Physical Therapy was so...
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Allison Weiner-Lasher, DPT, OTR/L
Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Expert
Allison Weiner-Lasher Therapy and Consulting Services, LLC.
Alabama
Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy
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Nursing homes, inpatient rehab hospitals, pediatrics, geriatrics, surgical protocols, falls, sexual assault, Durable medical equipment, orthopedics, pressure sores, transfers, independent medical examination, fall risk assessment, supervision, fall precautions, medical necessity, trauma, oncology, outpatient rehabilitation, neurological
Licensed physical and occupational therapist. 20+ years of clinical experience including adults, pediatrics, nursing homes, inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient rehabilitation. Several years teaching experience. 9+ years expert witness experience. Significant supervisory experience of physical therapy and occupational therapy assistants, aides and students.
Adult Physical Therapy (PT) experience includes patients with physical therapy deficits after oncology diagnoses and treatments, arthroscopic/arthroplasty surgeries of the shoulder, knee, hip and ankle, rotator cuff repairs, total shoulder replacements, Achilles repairs, post-operative cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine surgeries, back pain syndromes, hand injuries/tendon repairs, ankle injuries/fractures, carpal tunnel repair, lumbar and cervical spine injuries, neurological diagnoses, knee, hip, and ankle injuries and foot conditions. Inpatient/SNF/Outpatient Setting
Occupational Therapy (OT) experience includes cardiova...
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Kirstin Weible, PT, ScD
Assist. Professor|Nationwide|Plaintiff & Defense
Tucson, Arizona
Physical Therapy, Physical Medicine & Rehab
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Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Standard of Care, Musculoskeletal Disorders, Physical Therapy Malpractice, Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation, Disability Evaluation, Clinical Documentation, Rehabilitation Sciences, Differential Diagnosis
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Licensed physical therapist (PT, ScD) with a doctoral degree in rehabilitation sciences and 16 years of clinical experience. Currently serving as Assistant Professor of Practice, University of Arizona Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Available for plaintiff and defense matters nationwide.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
16+ years of clinical physical therapy practice including outpatient orthopedics, acute care, and musculoskeletal specialty settings. Areas of clinical focus include evaluation and management of spine and extremity conditions, differential diagnosis of musculoskeletal disorders, manual therapy, evidence-based exercise prescription, and documentation compliant with payer, regulatory, and professional standards.
ACADEMIC APPOINTMENT
Assistant Professor of Practice, University of Arizona -- Doctor of Physical Therapy Program (2024-Present). Instruction in clinical reasoning, musculoskeletal examination, differential diagnosis, and CAPTE-aligned curriculu...
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Jordan D. Dangerfield, PT, DPT, CSCS, OCS, FAAOMPT
Orthopedic/Acute Care Physical Therapist
Anaheim, California
Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical
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Sport Rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, total knee replacement, personal injury, Manual Therapy, car accident, soft tissue injury, falls, Total Knee Replacement, Musculoskeletal, joint replacement, gait training, Acute Care Rehabilitation, Post-operative, rotator cuff repair, spinal rehabilitation, car accidents
Dr. Dangerfield is a licensed, residency-trained, and fellowship-trained Physical Therapist with a background in treating athletic, musculoskeletal, geriatric, and post-operative patients with evidence-based and biopsychosocial approaches. He maintains a strong interest in clinical reasoning, movement analysis, and individualized patient care. Currently practicing as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in an outpatient setting.
Dr. Dangerfield creates individualized treatment plans for patients in outpatient and inpatient physical therapy settings. He designs and implements return to sport programs for post-operative knee patients through a group exercise class. Moreover, he assists with competency testing in employee onboarding. Dr. Dangerfield is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT) offering expert witness services including standard of care evaluations in physical therapy settings, injury causation analysis, medical record review a...
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Patrick Moon, JR
Home Health & Falls PT Expert – California
Walnut Creek, California
Physical Therapy, HIPAA
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Home health PT, falls & fall causation, home safety assessment, adequacy of PT services, homebound status, geriatric & post-surgical rehab, Medicare home health eligibility, home health agency protocols, OASIS documentation, discharge planning PT malpractice, rehab frequency
California-licensed physical therapist specializing exclusively in geriatric home health. Has evaluated and treated thousands of geriatric patients in the home setting across more than five years of dedicated home health practice. Conducts 70–80 home visits per week across multiple Medicare-certified home health agencies in the Bay Area — vast majority of patients are Medicare-age adults with fall history, functional decline, post-surgical recovery, and neurological conditions. Doctor of Physical Therapy (Army-Baylor University); Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS, ABPTS). Deep expertise in standard of care for home health PT, falls prevention and causation, home safety assessment, homebound status determination, adequacy of PT services, and Medicare home health documentation including OASIS. Prior career as U.S. Army Physical Therapist (Captain) with experience in outpatient orthopaedics, sports medicine, and brigade-level rehabilitation. Available for record revi...
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Dr. Kelly S. Harvey, MS, PT, DPT, TPS, CLCP, CFCE
Forensic Analyst, Damages Expert, Life Care Plans
Harvey Medical Legal Consulting
Los Angeles, California
Life Care Planning, Physical Therapy
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Trauma, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Traumatic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Amputation, Burns, Pain Management, Defense Medical Exam, Functional Capacity Eval, Workman's Comp, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Life Care Planner, Catastrophic Case Management
Dr. Harvey is internationally respected as a pediatric, adult, and geriatric rehabilitation expert. She specializes in the treatment of complex orthopedic trauma, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputations, and burns. She draws from her 30 years of evidenced based practice expertise, utilizing a clinically driven research approach, with the support of a dynamic network of multidisciplinary experts, to serve and deliver on each case.
Harvey Medical Legal Consulting provides Life Care Planning, A Day in the Life Video Presentations, Expert Witness Reports and Testimony, Damage Assessment, Medical Record Review, and Life Expectancy Services.
Dr. Harvey routinely provides expert opinions addressing the following diagnoses:
Orthopedic Trauma, Traumatic Brain Injury, Anoxic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Amputation, Burn Injury, Birth Injury, Neurologic Injury, Chronic Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Chronic Illness, Dental Injuries, Psychiatric, Psychological Tr...
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Abhi Kas, MD
Expert Medical Director Skilled Nursing Facilities
California
Internal Medicine, Geriatrics
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Falls, Wound Care, Stroke, Dementia, Sepsis, COPD, Pain, Physical Therapy, DVT, Blood Clot, Hospice, Rehabilitation, Geriatrics, Sepsis, Congestive Health Failure, Kidney Injury, Myocardial Infarction, Palliative Care, Pressure Sore, Edema
Highlights:
- Medical Director
- >85% of time dedicated to clinical duties
- Trial/testimony experience
- Evidence based approach to the latest standards of care
- Confident, consistent, thorough
Dr. Abhi Kasinadhuni is a highly qualified expert witness specializing in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), long-term care, and post-acute rehabilitation. As the current Medical Director of a 130-bed rehabilitation facility and multiple SNF/post-acute care centers in Pennsylvania, he brings over a decade of hands-on experience in internal medicine, hospital medicine, and geriatric care. Board-certified in Internal Medicine with fellowship training in Vascular Medicine, Dr. Kasinadhuni has served as a physician at facilities including The Belvedere (Chester, PA), Aventura at Prospect (Prospect Park, PA), and others, overseeing patient care for complex conditions common in long-term settings.
His expertise spans critical areas in SNF and long-term care litigation, including:
Geriatric and...
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Lisa Ravalli, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS
Orthopedic Physical Therapy
San Diego, California
Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical
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Total joint replacement, total knee replacement, total hip replacement, low back pain, neck pain, whiplash, ankle surgery, knee surgery, ankle, knee, hip, spine, elbow, shoulder, rotator cuff repair, total shoulder replacement, fusion, reconstruction, sciatica, post-operative
Education
• Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Montana, August 2021: specialized education in Physical Therapy law and ethics (depositions, standards of proof,
expert witness preparation, APTA clinical practice guidelines)
Experience
Physical Therapist, Inpatient/Outpatient (GS-0633-13)
Veterans Affairs Medical Center (La Jolla, CA), 5/2009-Present (40 hours/week)
• Advanced knowledge and expert skill in a range of specialized interventions and treatment modalities used in a specialized treatment area of physical therapy to serve as a consultant and subject matter expert for health care providers regarding the delivery of care within Orthopaedic Physical Therapy.
Serve as subject matter expert, evaluate, and provide highly individualized treatment for patients with chronic pain conditions by incorporating a multitude of resources for chronic pain management including muscle re-education, guided imagery, biofeedback, sensory integration, patient positionin...
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Zeina A Grifoni, MPT, NCPT
Rehab Specialist & PT Standards Consultant
San Rafael, California
Physical Therapy
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Physical, Therapy, Psychology, Physical Therapist, Therapist, rehabilitation, cardiovascular rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, orthopedic care, chronic pain management, sports rehabilitation, Pilates, Orthopedic rehabilitation, Post-surgical rehabilitation, Neurological rehabilitation
Zeina Grifoni, MPT, is a licensed Physical Therapist with over 20 years of experience in all areas of rehabilitation. Her work has ranged from inpatient care including cardiovascular rehabilitation and neurological rehabilitation to outpatient orthopedic care including pre-and post-operative care, chronic pain management, sports rehabilitation, rehabilitation post motor vehicle accident, and special conditions including osteoporosis, scoliosis, joint replacements, osteoarthritis, Elhers-Danlos Syndrome, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, Lyme disease, ALS, MS, Parkinson’s disease, and women’s health issues. She is also a specialist in Pilates and Pilates for rehabilitation.
In addition to her extensive range of practice, she educates both Physical Therapists and Pilates Instructors in rehabilitation and how to maximize rehabilitative success in patients while working within the scope of practice. She also collaborates with doctors developing rehab protocols for special populations. ...
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Kathleen Blechertas, DPT, WCC,CFPS,FACHE,FABC
San Diego, California
Physical Therapy, Wound Care
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Physical Therapy Standard of Care, Certified Fall Prevention Specialist (CFPS), Wound Care Certified (WCC), Hospital Acquired Pressure Injury/Prevention, Inpatient & Outpatient wound care best practices
Doctor Physical Therapy (DPT)
Simmons College, Boston, MA.
Bachelor of Science, (B.S.)
Physical Therapy (PT) -
Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH.
Certified Fall Prevention Specialist (CFPS)
Wound Care Certified (WCC) - National Alliance of Wound Care & Ostomy;
Fellow of The Advisory Board- (FABC) - Washington, DC;
Fellow of American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE)
- Chicago, IL;
Practicing since 1997.
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Kevin J Luck, DC, FIACA, CICE, FSBT(c)
Expert Opinion-Case Audits- Causation-Biomechanics
Auto Injury Management Group @Complete Care Health Services,
Denver, Colorado
Chiropractic, Biomechanics
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Automotive, Independent Medical Examinations, Accident reconstruction, Brain injury medicine, Diagnostic radiology, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical, Fraud, Physical Therapy, Pain Management, Neurophysiology, Legal Medicine, Massage, Spine Surgery & Spine Care, Chiropractic neurology, Insurance colossus, Biomechanics, Audits
Expert Case Review and Trial Representation
Expertise in case audits and reviews stems from knowledge of injury causation, demonstrative evidence, and functional losses. Expert medical opinions arise from an understanding of trauma care documentation and knowledge of the biomechanics of injury, gained through the completion of coursework programs such as Auto Accident Crash Dynamics/Biomechanics by Dr. Arthur Croft of the Spine Research Institute, Independent Chiropractic Examiner through the sponsorship of Marshall University, Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, by the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners, and graduate studies in biomechanics from the University of Mississippi.
This includes Academic Fellowship in Spinal Biomechanics and Trauma from the joint sponsors of Cleveland University – Kansas City and the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, encompassing spinal trauma pathology, ligament anatomy and injury re...
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Jennifer A Robbins, MPT
24+ years of experience, outpatient most recent
Old Greenwich, Connecticut
Physical Therapy
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geriatrics, Orthopedics, Spinal Disorders, Joint Replacements, Shoulder Impingement, falls, Vestibular Conditions, balance, Oncology, Parkinson's Disease, Concussion, low back pain
Clinical experience across the continuum of care from acute through outpatient. Experienced reviewing with managed care/insurance. Advanced training in orthopedics, vestibular conditions, and concussion. Graduate training in clinical research.
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Nicole Dawson, PT, PhD, FNAP
Geriatrics | Award Winning Scholar & Educator
Golden Age Consultants, LLC
Orlando, Florida
Geriatrics, Physical Therapy
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Aging, Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias, Falls, Exercise, Functional Assessment and Evaluation, Plan of Care Development, Geriatric Rehabilitation, Memory Care, Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing, Home Health, Outpatient, Cognition, Geriatrics, Geriatric Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy, Assisted Living
Nicole Dawson, PT, PhD, FNAP (Board Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist, Emeritus) is an Associate Professor in the Division of Physical Therapy of the College of Health Professions and Sciences at the University of Central Florida and Director of the ALIVE (Aging & Longevity Initiatives for Vitality & Enrichment) Lab at UCF. Dr. Dawson is a Board Certified Geriatric Physical Therapist Emeritus with over 20 years of clinical experience along with a PhD in Adult Development & Aging Psychology from Cleveland State University.
She has been recognized for excellence in her field by the National Academies of Practice as a Distinguished Scholar Fellow, the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy through receipt of the Distinguished Educator Award, the American Physical Therapy Association being awarded the Margaret L. Moore Outstanding New Academic Faculty Award, and the University of Central Florida with the Teaching Incentive Program Award. Her current area of research includes deve...
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Paul J Roubal, PT, DPT, PhD, MSc, OCS
PhysioMeFit, LLC
Stuart, Florida
Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical
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Rehabilitation, neuroanatomy, anatomy/shoulder, orthopedics/manipulation, neuroscience, therapeutic ultrasound, TM joint dysfunction, pain control, headaches, physical therapy in oncology, cardiac conditioning, balance & gait dysfunction and rehabilitation
EDUCATION CONT:
Bachelor of Arts in Biology – SUNY Oswego,
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
PhysioMeFit, LLC- Stuart, FL
Owner/Physical Therapist/Consultant 2019- Present
Physical Therapy Specialists, P.C. - Troy, MI
Owner/Physical Therapist 1977-2019
Physical Therapist/ Administrator 2019- Present
Responsibilities include direct patient care and administration.
Volunteer at Hospice at Michigan 1990 - 2021
PUBLISHED RESEARCH: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Paul_Roubal
CONTINUING EDUCATION
I have been involved in thousands of hours of postgraduate education, including courses taught by the most prominent orthopedic/sports physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons in the world. These include courses directed by Cyriax, Kaltenborn, Paris, Rocabado, McKenzie, Grimbsby, Pettman & Fowler/Canadian Manual Therapy and Olaf Evjenth.
I have also attended a large variety of course work offered by various orthopedic institutes, as well as the American Physical Therapy Association Orthopedi...
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Allison Weiner-Lasher, DPT, OTR/L
Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Expert
Allison Weiner-Lasher Therapy and Consulting Services, LLC.
Florida
Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy
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Nursing homes, inpatient rehab hospitals, pediatrics, geriatrics, surgical protocols, falls, sexual assault, Durable medical equipment, orthopedics, pressure sores, transfers, independent medical examination, fall risk assessment, supervision, fall precautions, medical necessity, trauma, oncology, outpatient rehabilitation, neurological
Licensed physical and occupational therapist. 20+ years of clinical experience including adults, pediatrics, nursing homes, inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient rehabilitation. Several years teaching experience. 9+ years expert witness experience. Significant supervisory experience of physical therapy and occupational therapy assistants, aides and students.
Adult Physical Therapy (PT) experience includes patients with physical therapy deficits after oncology diagnoses and treatments, arthroscopic/arthroplasty surgeries of the shoulder, knee, hip and ankle, rotator cuff repairs, total shoulder replacements, Achilles repairs, post-operative cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine surgeries, back pain syndromes, hand injuries/tendon repairs, ankle injuries/fractures, carpal tunnel repair, lumbar and cervical spine injuries, neurological diagnoses, knee, hip, and ankle injuries and foot conditions. Inpatient/SNF/Outpatient Setting
Occupational Therapy (OT) experience includes cardiova...
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Michael Tang, PT, DPT, CMPT, CLCP, CMCPS
Life Care Planner & Physical Therapy Expert
Pembroke Pines , Florida
Life Care Planning, Physical Therapy
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Life Care Planner, Life Care Planning, Physical Therapy Expert Witness, Functional Capacity Evaluation, FCE, Personal Injury, Amputation, Pain Management, Spinal Cord Injury, Plaintiff, Slip and Fall, Auto Accident, Traumatic brain Injuries, TBI, MVA, Defense, Medical Cost Projection, CLCP, Cost Estimate
Certified Life Care Planner (CLCP) & Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) providing defensible medical cost estimates, medical cost projections, life care plansand expert witness testimony — available for plaintiff and defense counsel in Florida and nationwide.
FORENSIC SERVICES
Life Care Planning (LCP) — Comprehensive future medical cost analysis
Medical Cost Projections (MCP)
Medical Cost Estimates (MCE)
Rebuttal Reports & Life Care Plan Critiques
Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE)
Expert Witness Testimony — Deposition & Trial
CASE TYPES & INJURY SPECIALIZATION
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) | Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) | Amputation | Burns | Catastrophic Injury | Multiple Trauma | Complex Orthopedic Trauma | Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) | Slip and Fall | Chronic Pain | Neurological Disorders | Personal Injury | Wrongful Death | Surgical Revisions
METHODOLOGY
Opinions are grounded in peer-reviewed literature, clinical practice guidelines, and geographically-specific Usual, Customary...
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Daniel W Komforti, PT, DPT, CIDN, PRA-C, SFMA-C
Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Lake Mary, Florida
Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical
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Geriatrics, Sports, Private Practice, Personal Injury, Worker’s Compensation, Malpractice, Disability Claims, Contracture Prevention, Rotator Cuff Rehabilitation, Dry Needling, Manual Therapy, Therapeutic Exercise, Neuromuscular Re-education, Gait Training, Therapeutic Activity, Falls, Outpatient, Evaluation, Plan of Care Development
With experience as a licensed physical therapist since 2020, Dr. Daniel Komforti is dedicated to optimizing human performance, particularly in the areas of orthopedic care, geriatric rehabilitation, sports rehabilitation, and private practice. In 2022, Dr. Komforti founded New Horizons Physical Therapy, where he combined evidence-based practices with a personalized touch to help clients reach their peak potential. He now serves as the Clinic Director for Core Values Physical Therapy and Wellness. Dr. Komforti specializes in treating a range of conditions, from musculoskeletal injuries to movement dysfunctions, and is passionate about improving quality of life through movement.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Dr. Komforti has served as an expert witness in several legal cases, including cases involving patient neglect in long-term care facilities, medical malpractice related to rotator cuff repairs, and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). His background in both clinical practice and lega...
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Uzair Z Hammad, DPT, NCS, ATP
Board-Certified Neurologic PT Expert SCI, TBI, CVA
Orlando, Florida
Physical Therapy, Neurology
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Brain injury, Spinal manipulation, Spinal cord injury, Contractures, Debility, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Stroke, Rehab, Technology, Robotics, Falls, Geriatrics, Functional Capacity Evaluation, Nursing Home, Amputation, Prosthetics
Dr. Uzair "Z" Hammad, PT, DPT, NCS, ATP is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with board certification in neurologic physical therapy (NCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties and credentialing as an Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) through RESNA; which is a combination held by very few clinicians nationally. He completed a formal Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency through the University of Central Florida and Orlando Health, one of the country's premier neurologic rehabilitation programs, and currently serves as one of three Rehabilitation Clinical Specialists at Orlando Health's nationally recognized, CARF-accredited Advanced Rehabilitation Institute in Orlando, Florida.
Dr. Hammad's clinical practice focuses exclusively on medically complex neurologic populations, including spinal cord injury (SCI), traumatic brain injury (TBI), degenerative conditions, and stroke. He maintains a longitudinal outcomes database for all SCI, TBI, and stroke admissions at...
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Bryan Muench, MS, PT, CLCP
CLCP Expert Witness & Physical Therapist
IMS Legal Strategies
Pensacola, Florida
Life Care Planning, Physical Therapy
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Certified Life Care Planner, CLCP, Life Care Planning, Life Care Plan Analysis, Life Care Plan Review, Physical Therapy, Functional Capacity Evaluation, Cost Estimate, Injury Medical Witness, Long-Term Care, Expert Witness, Plaintiff, Defense, Federal Court, State Court, Expert Testimony
Bryan Muench is a Certified Life Care Planner with a background in physical therapy. He has worked two decades in pediatric and adult care, primarily in the arena of home health. He graduated from the Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University in 2001 with a master’s degree in physical therapy. He was certified as a Pediatric Clinical Specialist in 2012. He has experience as a physical therapist working in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and early childhood intervention in addition to his vast home health experience. In his spare time, he coaches a baseball team based out of Tyler, Texas. He lives in Gladewater, Texas, with his wife Erin, and their eleven children.
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Daniel Batteiger, PT, DPT
Fishers, Indiana
Physical Therapy, Geriatrics
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Falls with Injury, Standard of Care, Medical Necessity, Surgical Protocols, Medical Malpractice, Negligence, Medical Billing, Nursing Home Rehabilitation, Fraud, Geriatrics, Home Health, Joint Replacements, Rotator Cuff Repair, Pressure sores
Dr. Batteiger has been a practicing physical therapist since 2016 with a background treating geriatric, post-operative, neurologic, musculoskeletal, and athletic patients. He is currently studying for the Geriatric Clinical Specialist certification, exam date in early 2026.
Following graduation, he began working at a level II trauma center that held the Joint Commission certification as a Primary Stroke Center and provided physical therapy to patients after neurological diagnoses including stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, and dementia. Provided orientation training for safe patient handling and proper use of mechanical lifts for new employees. He also piloted a program in the emergency department, including providing evaluations and collecting/analyzing data to present to upper management in order to establish efficacy of physical therapy in optimizing patient placement in collaboration with the medical team.
He transitioned to Montefiore Hospital in New Rochell...
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William R Thompson, PT, DPT, PhD
Physical Therapy, Falls, Fractures, & SNF Expert
Zionsville, Indiana
Physical Therapy, Nursing Homes
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Geriatrics, skilled nursing facility (SNF), Bone, Fractures, Falls, Balance, Slip and Fall, long term care, Fall, Orthopedics, Gabapentin, Lyrica, Neurontin, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Skeletal Health, Acute Care, Trauma, Orthopedic Trauma, fracture
Dr. Thompson has been practicing as a physical therapist since 2007. He has worked in both outpatient orthopedic and inpatient physical therapy settings, including major medical institutions such as University of North Carolina Hospitals and Indiana University Health Hospitals, as well as rural hospital systems. He has worked extensively with geriatric populations and with individuals with neurological, orthopedic, and trauma related conditions.
In addition to his clinical expertise as a physical therapist, Dr. Thompson holds a PhD in biomechanics and movement science where his technical expertise is in molecular biology and genetics with an emphasis on bone health and fracture healing. Dr. Thompson has published over 50 peer-reviewed manuscripts and several book chapters. Additionally, he has received numerous national and international awards recognizing his contributions to the field of physical therapy, bone biology, and musculoskeletal health. Dr. Thompson’s research examines ...
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Steve Allison, DPT, CME
Functional Capacity & PT Malpractice Expert -30+yr
Functional Capacity Experts, LLC
Bossier City, Louisiana
Physical Therapy, Disability Evaluation
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Functional Capacity Evaluation, FCE, physical therapy, impairment, disability, functional limitation, activities of daily living, loss of enjoyment of life activities, performance validity, pain behavior, motor vehicle accident, work injury, medical malpractice, fitness-for-duty, nursing home, fall, nursing home, home health
Dr. Allison is CEO and managing partner of Functional Capacity Experts, LLC and Disability Management Group, LLC. He is a doctor of physical therapy and certified DOT medical examiner. Licensed to practice in Louisiana since 1993. He has 24 years of clinical practice experience specializing in functional capacity evaluations (FCEs) for cases involving personal injury, workers' compensation, long term disability, and Social Security disability claims. He has performed more than 5,000 FCEs to more objectively quantify and qualify the severity of an individual's occupational disability, credibility of pain behavior, physical impairments with participation in basic activities of daily living, and loss of enjoyment of life activities.
Dr. Allison was the lead author of the Functional Capacity Evaluation Best Practice Guidelines adopted by the American Physical Therapy Association in 2018. He was also an author of the Functional Capacity Evaluation and Disability Determination monogra...
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Louis Crivelli, DC, MS, FICC
Chiropractic Expert – National Guideline Author
Crofton, Maryland
Chiropractic, Physical Therapy
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Whiplash, Clinical Practice Guidelines, Best Practices, Soft Tissue Injury, Biomechanics, Occupant Kinematics, Treatment Appropriateness, Coding and Billing, Statute and Regulation, Rehabilitation and Recovery, Research, Evidence Based Practice, Nutrition, Anatomy and Physiology, Injury Causation, Standards of Care
Dr. Louis Crivelli, D.C., M.S., F.I.C.C. is a board-certified chiropractor with over two decades of clinical, academic, and professional leadership experience. He is licensed in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC, with active clinical practice and administrative oversight across multidisciplinary settings. Dr. Crivelli provides expert witness services related to chiropractic scope of practice, standards of care, injury causation, biomechanics, and treatment appropriateness—especially in cases involving motor vehicle accidents (MVA), soft tissue injuries, spinal trauma, and functional impairment.
He is a three-time recipient of the Maryland Chiropractic Association’s Chiropractor of the Year award and is the Association’s First Vice President and former Board Chair. Nationally, he serves as the Immediate Past Chair of the Clinical Compass (formerly CCGPP), where he co-authored evidence-based clinical guidelines on neck pain, low back pain, chronic pain, health promotion, and inf...
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Dr. Peter J. Arroyo, Jr., OTR, OTD, CHT
Certified Hand Therapist - Orthopedics & Trauma
Rochester, Minnesota
Occupational Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical
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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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Michael J Gorman, PhD, PT, DMT, FAAOMPT, CMTPT/DN
Experienced PT Witness with Dry Needling Specialty
PT Expert Witness Edge
Chesterfield, Missouri
Physical Therapy, Orthopedics - Non-Surgical
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Spinal Manipulation, Dry Needling, Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy, Joint Mobilization, Soft Tissue Mobilization, Soft Tissue Injury, Physical Therapy Utilization, Geriatrics, Joint Replacements, Rotator Cuff Injuries, Whiplash Injuries
Michael Gorman, PhD, PT, DMT, FAAOMPT, CMTPT/DN is an expert clinician, educator, and business owner. Dr. Gorman is regarded as an expert in the field of Physical Therapy with extensive knowledge on current best practices, insurance reimbursement, business regulations, and clinician management. Dr. Gorman has achieved the highest level of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy training recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) as a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT). He has also completed the Dry Needling Certification program through Myopain Seminars.
Dr. Gorman served on the APTA of Missouri State Board from 2010-2023, including serving six years as the Vice-President of APTA MO. Dr. Gorman was a private practice physical therapy owner since 2002; during this time growing his company from one to seven locations. In 2017 he successfully sold his practice to a national health care company. He re-entered private practic...
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Dr. Jessica Chiovaro, PT, DPT
Missoula, Montana
Physical Therapy
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Outpatient orthopedics, workman's compensation, MVA, falls, balance, personal injury, chronic pain, dry needling, spine injury, spinal rehab, joint replacements, CRPS
Jessica Chiovaro, PT, DPT is a practicing physical therapist and expert in the field of physical therapy as a practitioner and clinic manager. Jessica has 14 years of clinical experience in the outpatient orthopedic setting. She has extensive experience working with post-operative rehabilitation, geriatrics, spine injuries, chronic pain and acute injuries that are treated on a daily basis.
Jessica also has participated in several depositions starting in 2009 and served as an expert witness in trial. Her experience for over 16 years gives her an advantage of explaining medical diagnosis and anatomy to the common person. With meticulous documentation standards in her own practice, these skills will also be delivered to her report writing and research that becomes an asset for both plaintiffs and defense.
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Theresa Anne Schmidt, PT,DPT,MS,OCS,LMT,CEAS
MASSAGE & PHYSICAL THERAPY MALPRACTICE NEGLIGENCE
Educise PC
Newbury, New Hampshire
Physical Therapy, Massage
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Malpractice, personal injury, orthopedic PT , rehabilitation, massage therapy expert witness, exercise, fitness, back pain , massage therapy malpractice, physical therapy , pain, falls, soft tissue negligence, work-related injury, PT standard of care expert, joint injuries, fractures, stretch injuries, causation witness, spine injuries
Board-certified Specialist, Orthopedic Physical Therapy since 1994, American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. Clinical Pain Specialist PT.
Over ten years as faculty in physical therapy, physical therapist assistant, massage therapy and physical education, recreation and dance programs in NY and NH.
Peer-reviewed medical journals: published scientific journal author: MOJ Orthopedics and Rheumatology and Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Massage Therapy Journal, International Fascia Research Congress presenter research author, and platform presentation speaker.
Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist, Back School of Atlanta.
Private practice physical therapist and massage therapist for over 30 years.
Professioinal speaker for American Physical, Occupational and Massage Therapy Associations, NASA Inomedic Health, Cleveland Clinic, Johns Hopkins, Vanderbilt Medical, Wake Forest, private companies and medical centers across the US.
Approved provider of co...
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Allison Weiner-Lasher, DPT, OTR/L
Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Expert
Allison Weiner-Lasher Therapy and Consulting Services, LLC.
Glen Rock , New Jersey
Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy
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Nursing homes, inpatient rehab hospitals, pediatrics, geriatrics, surgical protocols, falls, sexual assault, Durable medical equipment, orthopedics, pressure sores, transfers, independent medical examination, fall risk assessment, supervision, fall precautions, medical necessity, trauma, oncology, outpatient rehabilitation, neurological
Licensed physical and occupational therapist. 20+ years of clinical experience including adults, pediatrics, nursing homes, inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient rehabilitation. Several years teaching experience. 9+ years expert witness experience. Significant supervisory experience of physical therapy and occupational therapy assistants, aides and students.
Adult Physical Therapy (PT) experience includes patients with physical therapy deficits after oncology diagnoses and treatments, arthroscopic/arthroplasty surgeries of the shoulder, knee, hip and ankle, rotator cuff repairs, total shoulder replacements, Achilles repairs, post-operative cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine surgeries, back pain syndromes, hand injuries/tendon repairs, ankle injuries/fractures, carpal tunnel repair, lumbar and cervical spine injuries, neurological diagnoses, knee, hip, and ankle injuries and foot conditions. Inpatient/SNF/Outpatient Setting
Occupational Therapy (OT) experience includes cardiova...
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Dr. Michelle E Wolpov, PT, DPT, MBA, AT(R), CSCS
Physical Therapy Expert Witness since 2005
Physical Therapy Expert Witness Services
Freehold, New Jersey
Physical Therapy
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Physical Therapy, Physical Therapist, Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal Injury, Standard of Care, Rehabilitation, Health Club, Personal Training, Personal Trainer, Fitness, Gym
Dr. Wolpov has practiced in the physical therapy industry for over 38 years, and she specializes in the outpatient orthopedic setting. In 1987, Dr. Wolpov graduated from Ithaca College with an undergraduate degree in Physical Therapy. She began employment as a PT in a variety of settings, including acute care in hospitals, and subacute care in nursing homes, home care, and assisted-living facilities. She also worked with athletes from the U.S. Olympic Team and for the NY Giants. In 2001, Dr. Wolpov graduated top of her class, with a 4.0 GPA and an MBA from Monmouth University. In May 2002, Dr. Wolpov opened Game Shape Physical Therapy and Fitness Center in Manalapan, NJ. Game Shape is a premier full-service physical therapy facility, also offering exclusive one-on-one personal training and fitness memberships. Game Shape is a Rehabilitation Network - Participating Location with the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City. In late 2023, Game Shape Physical Therapy was so...
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Allison Weiner-Lasher, DPT, OTR/L
Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Expert
Allison Weiner-Lasher Therapy and Consulting Services, LLC.
New York
Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy
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Nursing homes, inpatient rehab hospitals, pediatrics, geriatrics, surgical protocols, falls, sexual assault, Durable medical equipment, orthopedics, pressure sores, transfers, independent medical examination, fall risk assessment, supervision, fall precautions, medical necessity, trauma, oncology, outpatient rehabilitation, neurological
Licensed physical and occupational therapist. 20+ years of clinical experience including adults, pediatrics, nursing homes, inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient rehabilitation. Several years teaching experience. 9+ years expert witness experience. Significant supervisory experience of physical therapy and occupational therapy assistants, aides and students.
Adult Physical Therapy (PT) experience includes patients with physical therapy deficits after oncology diagnoses and treatments, arthroscopic/arthroplasty surgeries of the shoulder, knee, hip and ankle, rotator cuff repairs, total shoulder replacements, Achilles repairs, post-operative cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine surgeries, back pain syndromes, hand injuries/tendon repairs, ankle injuries/fractures, carpal tunnel repair, lumbar and cervical spine injuries, neurological diagnoses, knee, hip, and ankle injuries and foot conditions. Inpatient/SNF/Outpatient Setting
Occupational Therapy (OT) experience includes cardiova...
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Daniel J. Lee, PT, DPT, PhD, GCS, OCS, COMT
Physical Therapy Expert- Chair of Doctoral Program
Southampton, New York
Physical Therapy, Nursing Homes
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physical therapy, merit, standards of care, amputation, prosthetics, falls, geriatrics, orthopedics, functional capacity evaluation, nursing homes, PT, rehabilitation
Updated 10/22/23
Summary:
-Doctor of Physical Therapy
-PhD in Physical Therapy (dual doctoral degrees)
-Board-Certified in Geriatrics
-Board-Certified in Orthopedics
-Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist
-Program Chair
-National/International presenter
-Published scientific journal manuscripts/textbook chapters
-Can perform independent physical therapy examinations
Beyond being a licensed physical therapist (DPT) and a PhD in Physical Therapy, I am also dual board-certified in Orthopedics and Geriatrics from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, which in turn is recognized and promoted by the American Physical Therapy Association. I have over 14 years of experience working with primarily geriatric, orthopedic, and amputee populations in nearly all the primary clinical settings (skilled nursing, sub-acute rehabilitation, acute rehabilitation, and outpatient rehabilitation.) I currently serve as the Chair and an Associate Professor of Physical Therapy at Stony Bro...
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Caitlyn A Anderson, PT, DPT, NCS, GCS
Rehabilitation Expert - PT and Faculty
University of Utah
New York
Physical Therapy, Neurology
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Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, Rehabilitation, Intensive Care Unit, Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation, Acute Care, Differential Diagnosis, Medically Complex, Post-surgical, Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, Fall Risk, Mechanical Circulatory Support, Mechanical Ventilation, Neurodegenerative Disease, Demyelinating Disease, Hospital, Emergency
Caitlyn Anderson, PT, DPT is board-certified in Neurology and Geriatric specialty physical therapy practice and has been a licensed physical therapist for 12 years. She has extensive experience treating patients in both urban and rural emergency room, intensive care unit, inpatient rehabilitation, and acute care environments. Caitlyn has been an invited speaker and provided continuing education on local, regional, and national platforms focusing on rehabilitation and patient management of medically complex populations, emergency room triage and care, differential diagnosis, and the intensive care unit. She has speciality training across critically-ill populations including those that require mechanical circulatory support and mechanical ventilation, as well as in stroke and traumatic brain injury. She currently is core faculty at the University of Utah Doctor of Physical Therapy program with primary teaching responsibilities in the Neuromuscular Management, Cardiovascular/Pulmonary,...
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Abhi Kas, MD
Expert Medical Director Skilled Nursing Facilities
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
Internal Medicine, Geriatrics
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Falls, Wound Care, Stroke, Dementia, Sepsis, COPD, Pain, Physical Therapy, DVT, Blood Clot, Hospice, Rehabilitation, Geriatrics, Sepsis, Congestive Health Failure, Kidney Injury, Myocardial Infarction, Palliative Care, Pressure Sore, Edema
Highlights:
- Medical Director
- >85% of time dedicated to clinical duties
- Trial/testimony experience
- Evidence based approach to the latest standards of care
- Confident, consistent, thorough
Dr. Abhi Kasinadhuni is a highly qualified expert witness specializing in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), long-term care, and post-acute rehabilitation. As the current Medical Director of a 130-bed rehabilitation facility and multiple SNF/post-acute care centers in Pennsylvania, he brings over a decade of hands-on experience in internal medicine, hospital medicine, and geriatric care. Board-certified in Internal Medicine with fellowship training in Vascular Medicine, Dr. Kasinadhuni has served as a physician at facilities including The Belvedere (Chester, PA), Aventura at Prospect (Prospect Park, PA), and others, overseeing patient care for complex conditions common in long-term settings.
His expertise spans critical areas in SNF and long-term care litigation, including:
Geriatric and...
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Susanne E Harter
Expert in Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine
Mt Pleasant, South Carolina
Physical Medicine & Rehab, Emergency Medicine
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Athletic Training, Strength and Conditioning, On field assessments, Academia, standard of care, HIPPA compliance, ethical standards, patient care documentation, appropriate functional outcomes, exercise progression, longterm prognoses, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, emergency services, documentation compliance
Susanne Harter is a Clinical Director of Physical Therapy, Physical Therapist, Athletic Trainer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with over 35 years of experience in the field of outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine, and healthcare leadership. I have served for over 12 years as a Director of Physical Therapy with responsibilities for clinical standards of care, regulatory compliance, utilization review, documentation, HIPAA compliance, staffing, budgeting, oversight and operational efficiency. Throughout my career I have provided direct patient care specializing in musculoskeletal and sports related injuries, return to function rehabilitation, and evidence-based treatment planning. My clinical responsibilities have included comprehensive patient care, quality assurance, and ongoing communication with referring physicians and other health care team providers.
In addition to my clinical and administrative roles, I have more than 15 years in academia as an Adjunct P...
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Mark S Sanders, MD FACS
Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Sanders Clinic for Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
Houston, Texas
Orthopedic Surgery, Spine Surgery & Spine Care
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Medical Billing, Hospital Billing, Pain Management, Wound Care, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, Surgical Site Infection, Foot and Ankle Specialist, ACL, Osteotomy, Rotator Cuff, Hand/Wrist, Operating Room Procedures, Musculoskeletal Expert, Bunion correction
Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Sanders also holds a Subspecialty Certificate in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Sanders began his private Orthopaedic surgery practice in Houston in 1986 and maintains an office at the River Oaks Medical Tower in the heart of Houston’s Galleria area. He is a member of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) and the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS). Dr. Sanders champions advances in Orthopedic Sports Medicine and the treatment of complex fractures, malalignment, and joint degeneration. His research findings on the benefits of knee bracing in off road motorcyclists were recently published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine.
During his 45-year career in orthopedics, he has performed thousands of arthroscopic surgeries on sever...
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Bryan Muench, MS, PT, CLCP
CLCP Expert Witness & Physical Therapist
IMS Legal Strategies
Texas
Life Care Planning, Physical Therapy
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Certified Life Care Planner, CLCP, Life Care Planning, Life Care Plan Analysis, Life Care Plan Review, Physical Therapy, Functional Capacity Evaluation, Cost Estimate, Injury Medical Witness, Long-Term Care, Expert Witness, Plaintiff, Defense, Federal Court, State Court, Expert Testimony
Bryan Muench is a Certified Life Care Planner with a background in physical therapy. He has worked two decades in pediatric and adult care, primarily in the arena of home health. He graduated from the Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University in 2001 with a master’s degree in physical therapy. He was certified as a Pediatric Clinical Specialist in 2012. He has experience as a physical therapist working in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and early childhood intervention in addition to his vast home health experience. In his spare time, he coaches a baseball team based out of Tyler, Texas. He lives in Gladewater, Texas, with his wife Erin, and their eleven children.
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Dr. Raphael Sadiwa, PT, DPT, CLCP
PT & Life Care Planner-trusted by AmLaw 100 firms
Injury Consulting LLC
San Antonio, Texas
Life Care Planning, Physical Therapy
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cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, amputation, spinal cord injury, functional capacity evaluation, developmental disabilities, orthopedic injuries, neurologic injuries, birth injuries, hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy, medical cost projection, jails and prisons, wheelchairs, gait
Dr. Raphael Sadiwa is a licensed physical therapist in the State of Texas (license #: 1104404) with 30 years of clinical experience in orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation. His three decades of professional experience spans working with different age groups throughout the lifespan. He holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Boston University and have dual certifications in Life Care Planning and Functional Capacity Evaluation. As a clinical doctoral level physical therapist licensed in Texas, he has additional training in diagnostic clinical reasoning which provides him the ability to see patients in Texas directly without a physician order for a limited number of sessions. In addition, his doctoral education included graduate coursework in statistics enabling him to appraise the literature that he uses in writing and supporting his opinions. His work has been published as case abstracts in peer reviewed journals, and some have been cited in scoping and systematic...
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Sean Harris, PT,DPT, PhD
Spine Expert - Physical Therapist and Researcher
Tomball, Texas
Pain Management - Medicine, Physical Therapy
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Low back pain, Nerve injury, Workers comp, orthopedics, physical therapy, fitness, anatomy, disability, neck pain, spine, sports medicine
I have my clinical doctorate in physical therapy as well as my PhD, with research emphasis on spine pain. I have also completed a residency and fellowship program in orthopedics/manual therapy, which puts me in the top 0.002% of all Physical Therapists in the US in terms of advanced training. I have over 10 years of clinical experience over a variety of clinics and specialties. I currently own my own businesses, where I do clinical consulting, mentorship, and patient care. I teach other clinicians in the field weekly, giving an average of 10 lectures each month over a variety of orthopedic topics.
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Caitlyn A Anderson, PT, DPT, NCS, GCS
Rehabilitation Expert - PT and Faculty
University of Utah
Washington, Utah
Physical Therapy, Neurology
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Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, Rehabilitation, Intensive Care Unit, Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation, Acute Care, Differential Diagnosis, Medically Complex, Post-surgical, Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, Fall Risk, Mechanical Circulatory Support, Mechanical Ventilation, Neurodegenerative Disease, Demyelinating Disease, Hospital, Emergency
Caitlyn Anderson, PT, DPT is board-certified in Neurology and Geriatric specialty physical therapy practice and has been a licensed physical therapist for 12 years. She has extensive experience treating patients in both urban and rural emergency room, intensive care unit, inpatient rehabilitation, and acute care environments. Caitlyn has been an invited speaker and provided continuing education on local, regional, and national platforms focusing on rehabilitation and patient management of medically complex populations, emergency room triage and care, differential diagnosis, and the intensive care unit. She has speciality training across critically-ill populations including those that require mechanical circulatory support and mechanical ventilation, as well as in stroke and traumatic brain injury. She currently is core faculty at the University of Utah Doctor of Physical Therapy program with primary teaching responsibilities in the Neuromuscular Management, Cardiovascular/Pulmonary,...
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Joseph E Tonna, MD, MS, FCCM, FACEP, FAAEM
Salt Lake City, Utah
Critical Care Medicine, Emergency Medicine
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Emergency Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Critical Care Surgery, Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) / ECLS, Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS), intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), physical therapy, ventricular assist device (LVAD), cardiothoracic surgery, ventilation
HIGHLIGHTS:
--Full Time Clinically active
--Tenured Associate Professor at high volume referral Tertiary Academic Medical Center
--NIH Funded Researcher (>150 peer reviewed journal articles)
--International Leader in ECMO/Critical Care
--Authored Multiple Guidelines in ECMO/Critical Care
--Previous ICU Medical Director
--Section Head of Critical Care
--Medical Director of ECMO
--Expert Witness since 2014
--Authored multiple reports/depositions. Effective reports, honest/direct assessments, rapid turn around, repeat clients.
Dr. Joseph E Tonna, MD, MS, FCCM, FACEP, FAAEM, is a clinically active attending physician with dual board certification in both Emergency Medicine and in Critical Care Medicine, and is a leading international expert in the use and management of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), cardiogenic shock, cardiac arrest, and life support, with 150 peer reviewed publications on PubMed.
He has particular expertise in emergency medicine, ECMO, mechanical circul...
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Connie C Wyatt
Medical Damages/Standard of Care/Falls Expert
PNW Home for Life PLLC
Anacortes, Washington
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy
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Expert Legal Testimony, Home Safety, Assessment of Medical Records for Litigation, Compliance Reviews, Rebuttal Reports, Parkinsons, Neurodegenerative Diseases, ALS, Dementia, Stroke, Environmental Modification, Home Modifications, Assistive Technology, Caregiver Training, Long-Term Care Planning, SNF, ALF
Connie is licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) esteemed for her empathy, dedication, and unwavering commitment to her patients. Her exceptional interpersonal skills cultivate a warm and trusting relationship with patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Connie’s extensive experience in home modifications, discharge planning, acute care, post-surgery care (open heart and orthopedic), fall prevention, geriatric care, end-of-life care, neurodegenerative disease care, lymphedema care, assistive technology, and durable medical equipment not only enhances patient outcomes but also provides heartfelt guidance and support that extends beyond typical healthcare settings.
With over seven years of experience as a dedicated healthcare practitioner, Connie Colleen has made meaningful contributions to the field of occupational therapy. Her four years of business ownership have allowed her to offer preventative services to those aging in place within the Anacortes retirement community...
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David Boll, DC CPC PES
Chiropractic Standard of Care Expert, VAD, MedMal
Expert Opinions / Comprehensive Chiropractic Services
Adell, Wisconsin
Chiropractic, Medical Coding
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Sports Medicine, Medical Malpractice, Chiropractic malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, motor vehicle collisions, independent medical examinations, legal medicine, physical therapy, coding, standard of care, scope of practice, insurance fraud, benefits, Taft- Hartley, personal injury, informed consent
Dr. Boll has extensive medicolegal experience and has been in practice since 1992. He has been retained nationwide for various cases. Dr. Boll assists numerous entities (law enforcement, law firms, insurance carriers, TPAs) as an Expert Witness, Consulting Witness, CPT and diagnostic coding issues, File Review, and Independent Medical Examinations, along with internal educational programs.
He is a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from AAPC and a Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) from NASM.
Dr. Boll has active licenses in both Wisconsin and Michigan. He continues to practice within his athletic training and conditioning facility, serving two school districts and consulting with professional racing sanctioning bodies regarding race weekend injury concerns. Dr. Boll was a former Chiropractic Services Director for an insurance company, where he assisted in writing guidelines, sitting on appeals panels, and establishing internal review and claims processing measures.
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