Back Pain Expert Witnesses in California

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Back pain expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including orthopedics, neurology, physical therapy, chiropractic care, and occupational medicine. Some of the most common back pain expert witness specialties also include spinal surgery, pain management, rehabilitation medicine, sports medicine, and rheumatology. They can opine on the effects of workplace injuries, car accidents, medical malpractice related to back pain treatment, long-term disability claims, and the impact of chronic back pain on quality of life.

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Review Fee $950/hr
Deposition Fee $950/hr

This highly qualified orthopaedic trauma surgeon is currently an assistant clinical professor at a top ranking university in California. He earned his MD at the Israel Institute of Technology and is fellowship trained in orthopaedic trauma surgery at the University of California San Francisco. He is a member of several professional organizations, he has authored 30+ journal articles in the orthopedic field, and is a frequently invited guest speaker at major orthopedic conferences.

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon, A regional medical center in CA

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Israel Institute of Technology

San Francisco |

California

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Review Fee $800/hr

This highly qualified and board-certified expert currently serves as Assistant Professor of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery at a major medical university and as Attending Surgeon for a major university medical center and a children's hospital. He received a B.S. from Stanford University and a M.D. from the University of California in San Francisco. Board-certified in Orthopaedic Surgery, he finished two fellowships in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery and Sports Medicine at both Harvard Medical School and the University of Zurich. Elected as a Fellow to both the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons, he previously worked in various positions for Kaiser Permanente including Director of Occupational Orthopaedic Surgery Service and Chief of the Regional Shoulder/Elbow Peer Group. He also was Associate Team Orthopaedic Surgeon for the San Jose State University Athletics program. He specializes in the comprehensive treatment of shoulder disorders, including reconstruction, joint replacement, sports injuries, arthroscopy, trauma, and revision surgery.

Founder & Director, Stanford University

Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of California, San Francisco

Menlo Park |

California

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Review Fee $350/hr
Deposition Fee $400/hr
Court Fee $450/hr

This qualified expert of Physical Therapy obtained his BS in Kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton and his DPT in Physical Therapy from Azusa Pacific University. He is a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics and in Physical Therapy and is also Certified as a Clinical Instructor, Worker's Compensation Care Provider, and in Manuel Therapy. He is a member of multiple Physical Therapy Associations and has published 4 articles about Physical Therapy. He is currently a Clinic Director at a Sports and Rehabilitation Center and a Consultant at a Private Consulting Firm.

Partner and Clinic Director, A rehabilitation and sports therapy center in CA

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Azusa Pacific University

Orange |

California

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Review Fee $650/hr
Deposition Fee $650/hr

This highly qualified expert has over 45 years of experience as an orthopedic surgeon. He earned his BA in psychology from Lafayette College and his MD from New York Medical College. He then went on to complete a medical-surgical internship and orthopedic surgery residency at the Hospital for Joint Diseases, and his fellowship in infectious diseases at the University of California, San Diego. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, the National Board of Medical Examiners, and the American College of Surgeons. He is a licensed physician in California. He has published 5 books, 23 chapters, and over 150 journal articles, as well as presenting extensively on topics in his field. He specializes in post-trauma limb reconstruction, including non-unions, mal-unions, shortening and post-trauma infections of bones and joints. He has been in active clinical practice for decades and has taught at some of America's premier academic medical institutions. Formerly, he served as the president of the Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction Society and the Association of Bone & Joint Surgeons. Currently, he works as an orthopedic surgeon for a private practice in Southern California and as a clinical professor of orthopedic surgery at at a University and Medical Center in California.

Physician, Several medical centers in CA

Doctor of Medicine (MD), New York Medical College

Long Beach |

California

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Review Fee $600/hr
Deposition Fee $750/hr
Court Fee $750/hr

This expert, a native of Southern California, completed his undergraduate education at Pacific Union College before attending Loma Linda University School of Medicine where he received his MD degree in 2008. He completed an Internal Medicine internship followed by a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency and continued his specialization with a Pain Management fellowship, all at Loma Linda. He is double board certified in PM&R and Pain Medicine.

Pain Management Physician, A Private Practice in CA

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Loma Linda University

Loma Linda |

California

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FAQs for Back Pain Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a back pain expert witness in legal proceedings?

A back pain expert witness provides specialized knowledge about the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of back pain. They can offer insight on medical malpractice, personal injury cases, or workers' compensation claims.

What types of cases might require a back pain expert witness?

Cases involving car accidents, workplace injuries, slip and falls, or medical negligence often require a back pain expert witness to provide professional testimony.

How can a back pain expert witness help establish causation in a case?

A back pain expert can review medical records, imaging studies, and other evidence to determine if an injury or medical procedure caused the plaintiff's back pain.

Are there subspecialties within the field of back pain that an expert witness may specialize in?

Yes, some experts may specialize in areas like spinal surgery, chiropractic care, physical therapy, orthopedics, or neurology - all relevant to different aspects of back pain.

Why is it important to have a back pain expert witness who is up-to-date with current treatments and procedures?

Back pain treatment evolves rapidly. An expert witness who is current with these changes can provide accurate information and reliable testimony based on the latest standards of care.

How does Expert Institute select its Back Pain expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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