Medical Legal Expert Witnesses in Maryland

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Medical legal expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including personal injury law, medical malpractice, healthcare law, product liability, and workers' compensation. Some of the most common medical legal expert witness specialties also include forensic medicine, psychiatry, nursing care, pharmacology, and surgery. They can opine on the effects of medical negligence, improper treatment, medication errors, surgical complications, and patient consent issues.

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Deposition Fee $500/hr
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This expert has been practicing toxicology for over 40 years. She holds a Master of Science in Clinical Chemistry as well as a Ph.D. in Toxicology, and an honorary doctoral degree in Medicine and Surgery from the Faculty of Medicine, University of Helsinki. She serves on the World Anti-Doping Agency's Prohibited List Committee, the National Commission on Forensic Sciences, the Organization of Scientific Area Committee on Toxicology, Transportation Research Board Committee on Alcohol and Other Drugs, and the National Safety Council's Alcohol, Drugs and Impairment Division Executive Board. She was a President of the International Association of Forensic Toxicologists, she is also a former President of the Society of Forensic Toxicologist and past Chair of the Toxicology Section of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences. She has published over 445 peer-reviewed articles and has presented more than 500 abstracts at national and international meetings, and she sits on the Editorial Board of multiple toxicological and chemical journals. She recently retired as Chief of Chemistry and Drug Metabolism, National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health. She serves as an Adjunct Professor at a major medical university. She consults with the US Department of Transportation, NMS Labs, and other diagnostic companies around the world. The journal Clinical Chemistry identified her as an inspiring mind.

President, A private toxicology consultancy in MD

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Maryland

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Maryland

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FAQs for Medical Legal Expert Witnesses

What is a medical legal expert witness?

A medical legal expert witness is a professional who provides testimony based on their expertise in the field of medicine and law. They can clarify complex medical issues in legal cases.

What types of cases does a medical legal expert witness handle?

Medical legal experts handle cases involving malpractice, personal injury, product liability, workers' compensation, and healthcare law among others.

Are there subspecialties within the field of medical legal expert witnessing?

Yes, there are many subspecialties including but not limited to cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, pediatrics, psychiatry, and radiology.

How can a medical legal expert witness assist in a malpractice case?

In a malpractice case, a medical legal expert can provide insight into standard care practices, determine if negligence occurred, and assess the impact of alleged malpractice.

Why is it important to have a specialized medical legal expert witness in a product liability case?

A specialized medical legal expert can explain how a product caused harm or injury from a medical perspective. They can also testify about foreseeable risks and safety standards.

How does Expert Institute select its Medical Legal 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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