Biomedical Expert Witnesses in California

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Biomedical expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including medical device design, pharmaceutical research, clinical trials, healthcare technology, and biomedical engineering. Some of the most common specialties among biomedical expert witnesses also include biomechanics, biomaterials, medical imaging, and genetic engineering. They can opine on the effects of drug interactions, failures of medical devices, patient safety protocols, outcomes of experimental treatments, and innovations in biotechnology.

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Review Fee $225/hr
Deposition Fee $375/hr

This highly qualified expert specializes in engineering and regulatory affairs for medical device commercialization. She earned a BS in mathematics from Oregon State University and a MS in Medical Device and Diagnostic Engineering from the University of Southern California. This expert currently owns and operates her own medical device company where she prepares and submits FDA regulatory services 510k applications.

Founder and President, A medical device consultancy in CA

Master of Science (MS), University of Southern California

San Francisco |

California

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Review Fee $250/hr
Deposition Fee $300/hr
Court Fee $400/hr

This expert has over 30 years of experience in medical device development, specifically cardiovascular devices. He earned his BS in chemical engineering from Arizona State University and is a member of the International Society for Endovascular Specialists. This expert has a high level of clinical expertise for surgical, vascular and endovascular devices and procedures and is well versed in implantable device failure investigation and evaluation. He previously served as the president of Arizona Heart Innovative Technologies, LLC and as the vice president of research and development for Direct Flow Medical. He is currently the CEO of a medical device company in California that develops products to improve the quality of life for those with spinal cord injuries and disease.

CEO, A medical device company in CA

Bachelor of Science (BS), Arizona State University

Laguna Hills |

California

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Review Fee $250/hr
Deposition Fee $300/hr
Court Fee $300/hr

This expert in material sciences and electrochemistry received his BA in bio-engineering from the University of Pittsburgh before studying medical device fabrication science and then obtaining his PhD in physics at the University of Melbourne. He has experience with medical devices such as neural stimulators, neural recorders, and chemical sensors. This expert has two approved patents and two pending patents relating to materials used for medical devices and has published 27 articles in his field. Formerly, he served as a Fulbright research fellow at the Center for Eye Research Australia, a medical devices scientist at the University of Melbourne, and an NIH postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Pennsylvania. Currently, this expert is a senior scientist at a medical device company in California. He is also a co-founder and the CTO of a medical device company that specializes in developing bio-stable materials for neuro-interface devices.

Co-Founder & CTO, A medical device company

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Melbourne

Redmond |

California

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

This expert has been working as a mechanical engineer and testifying expert witness for over 30 years. He holds both an M.S. and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University and a BES from Georgia Tech. He is a Fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), a Senior Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and a Member of SAE and ASM. This expert is a licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer (PE), providing expertise across a wide range of engineering topics and fields. He has deep experience in medical devices including cardiovascular, orthopedic, and spinal applications and applications of nitinol shape memory materials. He has experience as an Expert Witness, has testified in trial and deposition, and authored expert reports and IPR declarations. He works in patents and product failure analysis and forensics. He was previously Faculty in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Santa Clara University as well as a Visiting Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stanford University.

Principal, An independent engineering consultancy in CA

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Stanford University

Sunnyvale |

California

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Review Fee $700/hr
Deposition Fee $900/hr

This highly qualified pathologist and cancer research scientist has more than 45 years in active clinical medical practice delivering patient care and conducting laboratory-based biomedical research. This places him in a unique position to evaluate causation of disease, including occupational exposures. He also has considerable medico-legal experience. Board-certified in the UK, his clinical proficiency includes expertise in specialized areas including pulmonary, cardiac, breast, urological, and neurological diseases at a number of prestigious university medical centers. He is the former director of the University of California - San Diego's comprehensive cancer and has authored more than 300 publications in the field. This expert is currently a professor of pathology at a major university medical center in California.

Emeritus Director, A Major University Medical Center in CA

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Oxford University

San Diego |

California

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Review Fee $300/hr
Deposition Fee $400/hr

This highly qualified, board certified expert earned his Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from the California state University at Fullerton and then completed his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic. This was followed by an internship at Glendal Chiropractic Clinic. This expert is a member of numerous chiropractic societies, and he was even elected as president of one of them. This expert has earned numerous awards for his contributions to the field of chiropractic. This expert has published 7 peer reviewed papers and 2 books and has been a reviewer for 2 chiropractic journals. This expert previously served as president of the International Chiropractors Association of California, and worked as a licensed chiropractor at multiple clinics. This expert also served as part of the sports medicine staff of numerous USA teams in cluding the LA Olympics. This expert currently serves as instructor of biomedical sciences and professional advancement at two different univeristies and also operates a chiropractic private practice.

Chiropractor, A Private Practice

Doctor of Chiropractic (DC), Los Angeles College of Chiropractic

Hemet |

California

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Review Fee $750/hr

This expert is highly qualified and board certified. He attended Harvard University and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree. He pursued a Doctorate in Medicine at Harvard Medical School. He completed an Internship in Medicine and Surgery at Tufts-Newton Wellesley Hospital and attended a residency program in Ophthalmology at Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary. He is currently serving as a Professor and Chair at a major medical university. In addition, he is a Director of Eye Institute at another major medical school. He is a professor of Biomedical Engineering.

Director, School of Medicine

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Harvard Medical School

Irvine |

California

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FAQs for Biomedical Expert Witnesses

What is a biomedical expert witness?

A biomedical expert witness is a professional with extensive knowledge in the field of biomedical science. They provide testimony or informed opinions in legal cases involving medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare technology.

In what types of cases can a biomedical expert witness be beneficial?

Biomedical expert witnesses are crucial in cases involving medical device failures, patent disputes, pharmaceutical litigation, personal injury claims related to medical equipment, and more.

What subspecialties exist within the field of biomedical expertise?

Subspecialties include biomechanics, biomaterials, bioinformatics, medical imaging, genetic engineering, and regenerative medicine. Each has unique applications in legal proceedings.

How can a biomedical expert witness assist in a case involving medical device failure?

They can analyze the device's design, manufacturing process, and usage to determine if there were any flaws or negligence that could have led to its failure.

Why is it important for a biomedical expert witness to have experience with FDA regulations?

Understanding FDA regulations is key as they govern the approval and monitoring of medical devices and pharmaceuticals. This knowledge can help identify non-compliance or malpractice.

How does Expert Institute select its Biomedical 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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