Drug Abuse Expert Witnesses

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Drug abuse expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including psychology, psychiatry, addiction medicine, social work, and pharmacology. Some of the most common drug abuse expert witness specialties also include substance abuse counseling, forensic toxicology, clinical pharmacology, and behavioral health. They can opine on the effects of drug addiction on mental health, the impact of substance abuse on family dynamics, the role of prescription drugs in addiction, the effectiveness of various treatment modalities, and the societal implications of drug abuse.

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Dr. Eric Justin Brahin, MDView profile

ID: 1006515

Dr. Eric Brahin, MD

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Texas

Dr. Eric J. Brahin has 11 years of experience in the field of Neurology. He earned his BSE and MSE in Bioengineering from the University of Pennsylvania and his MD from Drexel University College of Medicine. After completing his internship in Internal Medicine and research fellowship at Lankenau Medical Center, he went on to complete a residency in Neurology at Hahnemann University Hospital....

Developmental Disabilities & Administrative Negligence Expert WitnessView profile

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Developmental Disabilities & Administrative Negligence Expert Witness

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Louisiana

This highly qualified expert has over 40 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities as an administrator of health, education, and human services agencies. He earned his BS and MS in special education from Arkansas State University and a PhD in psychology and special education from St. Louis University. He is active in his field as a member of the American...

Dr. Frank Fetterolf, MDView profile

ID: 10213

Dr. Frank Fetterolf, MD

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Pennsylvania

This highly qualified expert earned his BS in biology from Cornell University and his MD Commonwealth Medical College. He then went on to complete his residency in general psychiatry from the University of Pittsburgh. He is active in his field as a member of numerous professional societies including the American Psychiatric Association. Formerly, he served as a staff psychiatrist at Western...

Psychiatric Social Work and Women’s Mental Health Expert WitnessView profile

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Psychiatric Social Work and Women’s Mental Health Expert Witness

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California

This highly-qualified social worker has more than 20 years of experience in her field, working in various settings such as residential treatment centers, psychiatric hospitals, domestic violence shelters, and outpatient mental health clinics. She earned her BS in social work from Northern Arizona University before earning her MS in social work from the University of Southern California. This...

Dr. Adam Kirton, MD, MSc, FRCPCView profile

ID: 103485

Dr. Adam Kirton, MD, MSc, FRCPC

Dr. Adam Kirton has 19 years of experience in the field of Neurology with expertise in Pediatric Neurology. He earned his BS in Life Sciences from Queen's University at Kingston, his MS in Cardiovascular Pharmacology from the University of Calgary, and his MD from Queen's University School of Medicine. He completed his residency in Pediatric Neurology at Alberta Children's Hospital. Today, this...

Psychology Expert WitnessView profile

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Psychology Expert Witness

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Pennsylvania

This certified clinical psychologist is a fellow of such prestigious professional societies as the Pennsylvania Psychological Association, and has been fellowship trained at among the top institutions for psychiatry in the country. He is published in his field, and practices both in a hospital setting and in private practice.

Dr. Maria Elena Arizmendez, MD, CWSPView profile

ID: 1039349

Dr. Maria Arizmendez, MD, CWSP

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Texas

Dr. Maria Elena Arizmendez has over 17 years of experience in the field of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. She earned her B.S. in Biology and B.A. in Anthropology from the University of Iowa before completing her M.D. at the University of Iowa College of Medicine. Dr. Arizmendez completed her residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Mayo Graduate School of Medicine and holds board...

Pediatric and Adolescent Mental Health Expert WitnessView profile

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Pediatric and Adolescent Mental Health Expert Witness

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New York

This expert has been practicing for over 40 years and has experience in both hospital and ambulatory care settings. A Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and a Certified Pediatric Primary Care Mental Health Specialist, she has been honored as a Fellow of both the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. A Former President of the...

Dr. Renee Marie Sorrentino, MDView profile

ID: 105400

Dr. Renee Sorrentino, MD

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Massachusetts

Dr. Renee Marie Sorrentino has 18 years of experience in Forensic Psychiatry. She earned her BA in Neuroscience from Boston University and her MD from the Boston University School of Medicine. After completing her internship in Internal Medicine at Cambridge Hospital and residency in Adult Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital she went on to complete prestigious a fellowship in Forensic...

Cerebral Palsy Expert WitnessView profile

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Cerebral Palsy Expert Witness

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New York

As a Residence Case Manager for a major Cerebral Palsy corporation, this expert supervised staff at two residential locations and managed the cases for up to 12 consumers, preparing all program documentation for consumers based on Residential Habilitation Plans and Office for People With Developmental Disabilities regulations Currently, and since January 2010, this expert is a Director at United...

Dr. Mike LaceyView profile

ID: 10642

Dr. Mike Lacey

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Georgia

This highly qualified expert has over 30 years of experience as a board-certified neurologist. He earned his BA in psychology from the University of Virginia, before obtaining his MD from Eastern Virginia Medical School. He then went on to complete an internship in internal medicine, internal medicine residency, neurology residency, and chief residency in neurology from Eastern Virginia Graduate...

Social Work  Mental Health  & Child Protective Services Expert WitnessView profile

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Social Work Mental Health & Child Protective Services Expert Witness

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Pennsylvania

This highly qualified expert has 22 years of experience in Child Protective Services, Mental Health, & Addiction. She earned a PhD from Rutgers University and has a broad array of expertise including Child Welfare, Behavioral Health, Diversity issues, Institutional, and Evaluation services. She is a professor at a PA University, the Executive Directorof a social services nonprofit organization...

Dr. Emanuel Murray Dicicco-Bloom, MDView profile

ID: 107005

Dr. Emanuel Dicicco-Bloom, MD

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New Jersey

Dr. Emanuel Dicicco-Bloom has 39 years of experience in Neurology and Child Neurology. He earned his BA in Biology from Princeton University and his MD from Weill Cornell Medicine. He completed residencies in Pediatrics and Neurology at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center. Formerly, this expert served as an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, as well as the...

Mental Health Services Expert WitnessView profile

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Mental Health Services Expert Witness

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New Jersey

This expert has 18+ years of experience in the supportive housing and managed care fields. Currently, he serves as the executive director of an organization that combats homelessness in northern New Jersey; this line of works brings him into continuous contact with clients suffering from mental illness, substance abuse issues.

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Dr. Shlomo Shinnar, MD, PhDView profile

ID: 108091

Dr. Shlomo Shinnar, MD, PhD

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New York

Dr. Shlomo Shinnar has over 41 years of experience in the fields of Pediatrics and Neurology with expertise in Epilepsy, Clinical Neurophysiology, and Child Neurology. He earned his BA in Physics from Columbia University and his PhD and MD from Albert Einstein College of Medicine. After completing his residency in Pediatrics and Neurology, he went on to complete a fellowship in Child Neurology at...

Mental Health Administration Expert WitnessView profile

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Mental Health Administration Expert Witness

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California

This highly qualified expert earned his BA from University of California, Irvine and his PhD in Clinical Psychology from Fuller Theological Seminary. He has been a practicing psychologist for over 5 years and has gained a vast range of experience in various settings across California. He is active in his field as an author, presenter, and member of local psychological associations. Formerly, he...

Dr. Muhammad Affan, MBBSView profile

ID: 1089957

Dr. Muhammad Affan, MBBS

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Minnesota

Dr. Muhammad Affan has 3 years of experience in the fields of Neurology and Vascular Neurology. He earned his MBBS from the Dow University of Health Sciences. He completed a residency in Neurology, a fellowship in Vascular Neurology, and another fellowship in Clinical Neurophysiology at Henry Ford Hospital. Today, this expert is board certified in Neurology and Vascular Neurology. Currently, he...

Social Work & Mental Health Expert WitnessView profile

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Social Work & Mental Health Expert Witness

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Florida

This expert has considerable experience in organizational compliance oversight for mental health facilities. She earned her B.A. in Criminal Justice and her Master's in Health Administration from Saginaw Valley State University. The expert is a credentialed LBSW and QMHP and QIDP in the state of Michigan, here she worked in the mental health field for 12 years. Most recently, she was a Support...

Dr. Chinmoy N Gulrajani, MBBS, MD, DFAPAView profile

ID: 111090

Dr. Chinmoy Gulrajani, MBBS, MD, DFAPA

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Minnesota

Dr. Chinmoy N. Gulrajani has 15 years of experience in Forensic Psychiatry. He earned his MBBS from the University College of Medical Sciences. He completed a residency in Psychiatry at Lady Hardinge Medical College, the University of Missouri School of Medicine, and Yale New Haven Hospital. He then went on to complete a fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry at Yale New Haven Hospital. Today, this...

Social Work Expert WitnessView profile

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Social Work Expert Witness

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Texas

This highly qualified expert received her BA in Psychology and her MS in Clinical Social Work from the University of Texas-Pan American. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and she is a certified Family Trauma Professional, Suicide Prevention Counselor and Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). This expert previously worked as Supervisor II for the Texas Department of Family and Protective...

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Drug Abuse Expert Witness FAQs

A drug abuse expert witness provides specialized knowledge on substance misuse, addiction, treatment methods, and related medical issues. They can offer critical insights to support or challenge evidence in court.

Cases involving DUI/DWI, wrongful death due to overdose, malpractice in addiction treatment, child custody disputes, and workplace drug policy violations often require a drug abuse expert witness.

In medical malpractice cases, a drug abuse expert can evaluate if standard care was provided during addiction treatment or if negligence led to harmful outcomes like overdose.

Yes, some experts specialize in specific areas such as opioid addiction, alcoholism, adolescent substance abuse, or dual diagnosis (co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders).

Clinical experience allows the expert to provide firsthand knowledge about the effects of drugs, treatment protocols, and patient behavior. This lends credibility to their testimony.

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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