Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witnesses in North Carolina

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Orthopedic surgery expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including sports medicine, joint replacement, spine surgery, hand surgery, and foot and ankle surgery. Some of the most common orthopedic surgery expert witness specialties also include pediatric orthopedics, trauma and fracture care, arthroscopy, and musculoskeletal oncology. They can opine on the effects of surgical errors, post-operative complications, medical malpractice claims related to orthopedic procedures, workplace injuries affecting the musculoskeletal system, and the appropriateness of orthopedic treatment plans.

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Dr. Michael Richard Bard, MD, FACS, MBAView profile

ID: 70529

Dr. Michael Bard, MD, FACS, MBA

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North Carolina

Dr. Michael R. Bard has 22 years of experience in the fields of Trauma Surgery and Surgical Critical Care. He earned his BA in Biology from New York University, his MD from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, and his MBA from East Carolina University. After completing his residency in General Surgery at Temple University Hospital, he went on to complete a fellowship in...

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E-008978

Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witness

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North Carolina

This board-certified orthopaedic surgeon completed his M.D. at a top medical university, and completed his residency and fellowship at prestigious university medical centers. This expert is a member of numerous orthopaedic associations, and is a well published and reputable orthopaedic surgeon. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at a top...

Dr. Claudia Ellen Goettler, MD, FACSView profile

ID: 81463

Dr. Claudia Goettler, MD, FACS

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North Carolina

Dr. Claudia E. Goettler has 23 years of experience in Surgical Critical Care and Trauma Surgery and she earned her MD from George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. After completing her residency in General Surgery at UH Cleveland Medical Center, she went on to complete her fellowship in Trauma and Critical Care at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Today,...

Orthopedic Surgery  Foot and Ankle Surgery Expert WitnessView profile

E-028737

Orthopedic Surgery Foot and Ankle Surgery Expert Witness

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North Carolina

This highly qualified expert is board certified in orthopedic surgery and has been practicing for 7+ years. He completed his internship and residency trainings in orthopedic surgery at the University of Pennsylvania, where he also concluded a fellowship focusing on foot and ankle surgery. He is the founder and president of the Research Triangle Park Orthopedic Society and a fellow at the American...

Dr. Leo Spector, MDView profile

ID: 16107

Dr. Leo Spector, MD

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North Carolina

This highly qualified expert earned his BA from Colgate College before going on to earn his MD from the University of Massachusetts. He then went on to complete an internship in surgery and a residency in orthopedic spine surgery at the University of Massachusetts, and a fellowship in orthopedic spine surgery at OrthoCarolina. This expert is active in his field, as a board-certified orthopedic...

Dr. Nael Shanti, MDView profile

ID: 22294

Dr. Nael Shanti, MD

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North Carolina

This highly qualified orthopedic spine surgeon earned his BA in biology from the University of South Florida before completing his MD at St. George's University. He then went on to complete a residency in orthopedic surgery at SUNY downstate medical center and a prestigious spine surgery fellowship at Tufts. He is member of several professional organizations including the North American Spine...

Dr. Eric Jon Lescault, DOView profile

ID: 223313

Dr. Eric Lescault, DO

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North Carolina

Dr. Eric J. Lescault has 26 years of experience in the field of Orthopaedic Surgery with expertise in Sports Medicine. He earned his BS from the University of New England and his DO from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. After completing his internship residency at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, he went on to complete his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at Lecom...

Dr. Claude Thurman Moorman, MDView profile

ID: 290634

Dr. Claude Moorman, MD

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North Carolina

Dr. Claude T. Moorman III has 30 years of experience in the field of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine. He earned his B.A. in English from Duke University and his M.D. from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. After completing his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Duke University Medical Center, he went on to complete a fellowship in Sports Medicine at NewYork-Presbyterian...

Dr. James Lyle Comadoll, MD, FAAOSView profile

ID: 389926

Dr. James Comadoll, MD, FAAOS

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North Carolina

Dr. James L. Comadoll has 30 years of experience in the field of Orthopedic Surgery. He earned his BS in Chemistry from Winona State University and his MD from the University of Minnesota Medical School. After completing an internship in General Surgery at Hennepin County Medical Center, he went on to complete a residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Minnesota Medical Center,...

The Average Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witness
Charges $1167 / Hour

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  • Review Fee

    $700

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  • Deposition Fee

    $1175

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  • Court Fee

    $1625

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Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witness FAQs

An orthopedic surgery expert witness provides insight into cases involving musculoskeletal injuries, surgical procedures, and standards of care in orthopedics.

They are crucial in medical malpractice suits, personal injury cases, workers' compensation claims, and any case involving bone or joint injuries.

Subspecialties include sports medicine, pediatric orthopedics, spine surgery, hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, and joint replacement.

The expert can review medical records, identify if there was a deviation from standard care during the procedure or post-op management leading to the failure.

It ensures their testimony reflects up-to-date practices and standards of care. This knowledge can be pivotal in determining negligence or malpractice.

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