Orthopedics Expert Witnesses in Tennessee

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Orthopedic expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including sports medicine, joint replacement, spine surgery, pediatric orthopedics, and trauma. Some of the most common orthopedic expert witness specialties also include hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, shoulder and elbow surgery, musculoskeletal oncology, and orthopedic rehabilitation. They can opine on the effects of surgical errors, medical malpractice, workplace injuries, personal injury cases, and product liability issues related to orthopedic devices.

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Andrew James Kerwin, FACS, MDView profile

ID: 704330

Dr. Andrew James Kerwin, FACS, MD

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Tennessee

Dr. Andrew J. Kerwin has 25 years of experience in Trauma and Critical Care Surgery. He earned his BA in Biology from Augustana College and his MD from the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. He completed an internship in Surgery at Loyola University Medical Center, a residency in Surgery at the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, and a fellowship in Trauma...

Christopher Phillip Kauffman, MDView profile

ID: 682138

Dr. Christopher Phillip Kauffman, MD

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Tennessee

Dr. Christopher P. Kauffman has over 22 years of experience in the field of Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Spinal Surgery. He earned his BS from New York State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University, his MS from the State University of New York College at Buffalo, and his MD from SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine. After completing his...

John Joseph Lochemes, MDView profile

ID: 31746

Dr. John Joseph Lochemes, MD

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Tennessee

This qualified expert earned his BS at the University of Wisconsin and his MD at the Medical College of Wisconsin; he went on to complete an orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Tennessee. He is active in his field as a member of professional organizations such as the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, the Tennessee Orthopedic Society, and the Memphis Orthopedic Society. He has...

The Average Orthopedics Expert Witness
Charges $1100 / Hour

Based on hourly rates. Compare expert witness rates across thousands of specialties in all 50 states.

  • Review Fee

    $675

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    This represents an expert’s hourly rate for participating in depositions. Experts may charge more for depositions that require them to travel, and some experts choose to bill a flat, daily or half-daily rate for deposition appearances.

  • Deposition Fee

    $1525

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    This represents an expert’s hourly rate for participating in depositions. Experts may charge more for depositions that require them to travel, and some experts choose to bill a flat, daily or half-daily rate for deposition appearances.

  • Court Fee

    $1100

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    This represents an expert’s hourly rate for participating in depositions. Experts may charge more for depositions that require them to travel, and some experts choose to bill a flat, daily or half-daily rate for deposition appearances.

Orthopedics Expert Witness FAQs

An orthopedic expert witness provides specialized knowledge about conditions, treatments, and procedures related to the musculoskeletal system. They can clarify medical facts, interpret medical records, and provide opinions on standard of care.

Cases involving personal injuries, workers' compensation claims, medical malpractice suits, or any case where there's a dispute over orthopedic treatment or injury could benefit from an orthopedic expert witness.

Yes, many orthopedic expert witnesses have subspecialty expertise in areas like sports medicine, pediatric orthopedics, spine surgery, hand surgery, joint replacement, or trauma.

In a medical malpractice case, an orthopedic expert can review patient records and testify whether the standard of care was met during diagnosis or treatment of musculoskeletal conditions.

Orthopedics is a rapidly evolving field. An expert witness who is up-to-date with current research and practices can provide accurate information and credible testimony based on the latest standards of care.

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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