Geriatrics Expert Witnesses in California

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Geriatrics expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including elder care, geriatric psychiatry, geriatric medicine, nursing home administration, and palliative care. Some of the most common specialties among geriatrics expert witnesses also include dementia care, elder abuse, long-term care, falls in the elderly, and medication management in older adults. They can opine on the effects of elder neglect, improper medication dosage, standards of care in nursing homes, mental capacity issues, and end-of-life decision-making.

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Average Geriatrics Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$375/hr

Review Fee

$500/hr

Deposition Fee

$550/hr

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Review Fee $400/hr

This expert is an extremely well-qualified internist with additional experience and interest in geriatrics, palliative medicine, and hospice care. She has published more 28 peer-reviewed primary publications, review articles, invited articles, abstracts and book chapters. This expert has also traveled, giving numerous presentations on geriatrics, palliative medicine and hospice care. She currently holds a physician position at one of the finest VA institutions in the country, University, and is medical director for a program of all inclusive care for elderly

Associate Professor, A major medical school in NV

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Drexel University College of Medicine

San Diego |

California

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This board certified expert has been practicing for over 15 years. She received a Masters Degree in Public Health at the Johns Hopkins University School of Public Health prior to earning a Doctor of Medicine degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California, and she completed an Internal Medicine residency at the University of California, San Diego. Awarded the honor of Fellow of the American College of Physicians, she has been named to the Best Doctors in America list numerous times and sits on the Advisory Board for the largest online social network of medical support groups. She has been an invited lecturer for Internal Medicine and Psychiatry residents on depression and anxiety disorders in primary care, as well as women's health issues, and her work has been published in journals such as "Patient Education and Counseling" and "Circulation". Currently, this expert is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine in the Division of Geriatric, Hospital and General Internal Medicine at a major medical university, while she also maintains an active private practice in General Internal Medicine.

Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine, Major Medical University

Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Southern California

California

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FAQs for Geriatrics Expert Witnesses

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

A geriatric expert witness provides specialized knowledge on aging and elderly care, often assisting in cases involving elder abuse, medical malpractice, wrongful death, or long-term care disputes.

What types of cases can a geriatrics expert witness handle?

Geriatrics experts can handle a variety of cases including nursing home negligence, medication errors, elder abuse, falls and fractures, dementia-related issues, and end-of-life decisions.

How can a geriatric expert witness contribute to a case involving elder abuse?

They can provide insight into standard care practices for the elderly, identify signs of abuse or neglect, and testify on the impact of such actions on an elderly person's health.

Are there subspecialties within geriatrics that an expert witness might focus on?

Yes. Subspecialties may include geriatric psychiatry (mental health), geriatric pharmacology (medication), and gerontological nursing (elderly care).

Why is it important to have a geriatric expert witness in cases involving dementia patients?

A geriatric expert can provide crucial insights into the complexities of dementia, its progression, appropriate care standards, and potential impacts of alleged negligence or mistreatment.

How does Expert Institute select its Geriatrics 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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