Rehabilitation Expert Witnesses

This highly qualified occupational therapist has been in practice for 15+ years. He earned his MS in Occupational Therapy at Touro College and is a certified hand therapist and licensed occupational therapist. This expert is highly active in his field. He is a member of several professional organizations and contributes to peer reviewed and industry journals. Presently, this expert is a professor of occupational therapy at a major university and is the owner and an attending occupational therapist at a private practice.

This board certified expert has extensive experience working in Orthopedics and Gerontology. She has worked on quality assurance for a (Program for All Inclusive Care of the Elderly (PACE) program, completing Level II incident reports and root cause analyses for adverse outcomes cases to determine the cause of injury and to prevent other incidents from occurring. Her clinical time is divided between direct patient care in a variety of settings and teaching and supervising occupational therapy students. Currently, she is an Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy at a university affiliated medical center/ program.

This New Jersey licensed occupational therapist received her Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from Philadelphia University and a Bachelor's of Science in Equine Studies from Averett University. She is a board certified Hippotherapy Clinical Specialist (HPCS) and teaches other therapists about the field via fieldwork student supervision, national conference presentations and her extensive involvement with the American Hippotherapy Association. She is also a PATH certified Advanced riding, driving and vaulting instructor and has served on the PATH Health and Education Advisory. She maintains a private practice providing occupational therapy services as well as workshops and consultation for those interested in equine assisted activities and therapy.

This expert is responsible for the creation of the Outpatient Occupational Therapy Program at St Vincent Medical Center in Los Angeles, and was the first Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist in the city. He has clinical experience in acute care, intensive care, transitional care, inpatient rehab, skilled nursing, assisted living, and home health occupational therapy. He previously served on the faculty of the occupational therapy program at the University of Southern California, and is currently an assistant professor of clinical occupational therapy at a school for allied health sciences in the Los Angeles area.

This highly-qualified expert has over 20 years of experience in physical therapy. He received his BS in marketing from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh before earning his MPT from Nova Southeastern University and his MS in musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy from the University of South Australia. He is a licensed physical therapist and holds several certifications, including as a strength and conditioning specialist, a personal trainer, and an ergonomics assessment specialist. He has formerly served as a staff physical therapist for various practices in New York, California, Maryland, and Massachusetts. He has also served as the clinical director for KPT Physical Therapy, Professional Sports Care & Rehab, and Cape Code Orthopedic Physical Therapy. For the past 18 years, this expert has owned and operated a personal training and professional coaching company based in Massachusetts.

This expert has over 18 years of experience as a physical therapist. He received two B.S. degrees from Langston University in Biology and Physical Therapy, respectively. He also received a M.S. in Orthopedics from Texas Woman's University and a D.P.T. in Physical Therapy from Simmons College. He previously served as the Lead Physical Therapist at Michael E. Debakey Veteran Affairs Medical Center. In addition to serving as a Physical Therapist and Medical Officer for the United States Army Reserves, he currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer for a physical therapy and wellness center where he manages a team of 11 employees/therapists. He also manages a medical staffing company that employs approximately over 500 therapists.

This qualified expert of Physical Therapy obtained his BS in Kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton and his DPT in Physical Therapy from Azusa Pacific University. He is a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics and in Physical Therapy and is also Certified as a Clinical Instructor, Worker's Compensation Care Provider, and in Manuel Therapy. He is a member of multiple Physical Therapy Associations and has published 4 articles about Physical Therapy. He is currently a Clinic Director at a Sports and Rehabilitation Center and a Consultant at a Private Consulting Firm.

This highly qualified expert of Physical Therapy finished Allied Health major at SUNY Stony Brook and obtained his BS in Physical Therapy and his MA in Ergonomics and Biomechanics from New York University and his DPT in Physical Therapy from Temple University. He is Board Certified as a Physical Therapist, an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, and an Ergonomic Associate. He is also certified as an Industrial Ergonomist. He is a member of a couple of Physical Therapy and Ergonomic associations and has 20+ publications focused on Physical Therapy research. He is currently a President at a private consulting firm, The owner of his own Private Practice, an Assistant Clinical Professor and the Director of the Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program for a Top Tier Medical University.

This qualified expert of Physical Therapy obtained his BA, MPT, and MED in Physical Therapy from Wichita State University and his DPT from the Massachusetts General Institute of Health Professionals. He completed his Fellowship in Sports Physical Therapy at the Gundersen Lutheran Sports Medicine facility and is Board Certified in Physical Therapy and Certified in National Strength and Conditioning Association and Athletic Trainer. He is a member of multiple Physical Therapy Medical Associations and a Reviewer for the American Journal of Sports Medicine. He has over 100+ Publications on the topic of Physical Therapy and is currently the Department Program Director & Chair and a Professor for the Department of Physical Therapy for a State University in the Midwest and a Staff Physical Therapist for a Midwestern Medical Center.

This qualified expert of Physical Therapy obtained his BS in Biology and his MA in Kinesology from California State University, Chico and his DPT in Physical Therapy and his PhD in Rehabilitation Science from the University of Utah. He is Board Certified in Physical Therapy and is Certified in Basic Life Support. He is a member of multiple Physical Therapy Medical Associations and has 25+ Publications on Physical Therapy Research. He is currently a Physical Therapist for a Private Physical Therapy Group and an Assistant Professor for the Department of Physical Therapy at a University in Texas.

This physical therapist and healthcare administrator has over 25 years of clinical experience and 12 years in managerial roles. She earned her B.S. in Physical Therapy from Texas Tech University Health Science Center and also later received a Master of Health System Management and a Master of Business Administration from Texas Woman's University. The expert worked as a Staff Physical Therapist at Fort Worth Rehabilitation Hospital, a Contract Physical Therapist with Premier Health Staff, and a Clinical Program Manager at Accelerated Care Plus. More recently, she has held managerial roles, including her current position as the Director of Physical Medicine and Wound Care Services for a general medical and surgical facility in Texas. She is a Certified Wound Specialist and Diplomate of the American Board of Wound Management, as well as a member of the American Board of Wound Management Board of Directors.

This expert earned his BS at Duke University, and his PhD in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Virginia. He has received $268,003 in funded support, and has been involved in the writing of 10 grant proposals for research in his field. He has authored 12 publications, and serves as a reviewer for several scientific journals, including the Journal of Biomechanical Engineering. He is an active member of both the Orthopaedic Research Society, as well as the American Society for Engineering Educators. He currently serves as an assistant professor of biomedical engineering at a university in New Jersey.

This fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine specializes in conservative, non-surgical care of orthopaedic injuries, including the spine and extremities, with emphasis on spine rehabilitation, functional restoration, pain management, and ergonomic modifications. He is also extensively published in his field, and has been involved with numerous research projects. Finally, he is a national speaker on topics in rehabilitation medicine.

This highly qualified expert of Physical Therapy earned his BA from the University of Florida and his DPT in Physical Therapy from the University of Central Florida. He is Board Certified as an Orthopedic Physical Therapist. This expert is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and has experience with orthopedic management, exercise prescription, dry needling, early intervention, and other physical therapy research. Formerly, he held roles as an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Texas- El Paso as well as the University of Central Florida as well as a physical therapist at several medical facilities. Currently, he a site manager of physical therapist at a well-known healthcare organization and for the largest branch of the US Armed Forces.

This expert is a sport scientist, trained in exercise physiology and bio-mechanics. He recently served as the National Director of Education for the National Strength and Conditioning Association in Colorado Springs, CO. He has served as the Director of the Monfort Family Human Performance Research Laboratory at Colorado Mesa University. At the U.S. Olympic Committee in Colorado Springs, he was Recovery Center Leader, Head of Sport Biomechanics and Engineering, and Senior Physiologist. He has over 40 years experience in Olympic sports. This expert has served as an associate professor at the University of Utah’s Department of Exercise and Sport Science and Co-Director of the Motor Behavior Research Laboratory with adjunct appointments in Bioengineering and Physical Therapy. He was the Department Chair of Exercise Science & Sports Medicine at California Lutheran University and Director of the Human Performance Laboratory. Other positions include: Director of Research and Development for USA Gymnastics, Scientific Committee of the International Gymnastics Federation, and Chair of the United States Elite Coaches Association for Women’s Gymnastics. He has written 11 books, over 25 book chapters, received over $¼ million in grants and contracts, published over 300 articles on sport performance, over 35 professional awards. He is a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine, certified as an Athlete Recovery Specialist, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Wilderness EMT, and has several certifications in emergency communications, emergency medicine, and search and rescue.

This board-certified expert earned his MD from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and went on to complete an Internship in General Surgery from Lenox Hill Hospital and a Residency in Orthopedic Surgery from Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He also completed a prestigious Fellowship in Sports Medicine from Georgetown University. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, as well as the Arthroscopy Academy of North America. He was a former Associate at Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Associates, as well as the Founder of Kraushaar Orthopedic Consulting and the Managing Partner of Advanced Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. He is currently a Founding Member of a NY-based sports medicine clinic.

This expert is highly qualified in the field of physical therapy with a focus on geriatrics. He earned his DPT from SUNY Stony Brook and is currently finishing a PhD in physical therapy from Nova Southeastern University. He is board-certified in geriatrics by the American Board of Physical Therapy and is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapists. He has published numerous articles on limb loss and prosthesis. Formerly he was a sub-acute physical therapist at the rehabilitation center, JDT Villa and currently serves as both an acute rehab physical therapist and an outpatient physical therapist at two highly respected rehabilitation hospitals.

This highly qualified expert has 14 years of experience in the field of physical therapy. She received her BS in physical therapy from the University of Oklahoma before earning her MHS in orthopedic physical therapy from the University of Indianapolis. She subsequently earned her DPT from A.T. Still University. She actively participates in professional development to stay up to date on the latest practices in the field. This expert is board-certified in orthopaedic physical therapy and is a licensed physical therapist. She is active in her field as a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists. She has formerly served as the director of physical therapy at Northwest Florida Community Hospital and the chief of physical therapy for the United States Air Force. Currently, this expert serves as the owner and orthopaedic physical therapist for a private practice in Virginia.

This highly qualified expert has extensive experience in the field of physical therapy, specializing in the treatment of acute and chronic back, neck and extremity pain and dysfunction, as well as headaches and whiplash. He received his BS in kinesiology from Southern Illinois University before earning his DPT from Franklin Pierce University. He subsequently completed a fellowship in orthopedic manual physical therapy at the University of Illinois Chicago. He active participates in continuing education courses to stay up to date on the latest practices in his field. He is a board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist and is certified in dry needling and mechanical diagnosis and therapy. He is licensed as a physical therapist in the state of Illinois. This expert is active in his field as a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists and the American Physical Therapy Association. He has formerly served as a physical therapist assistant for the hospital-based outpatient unit at Alexian Rehabilitation Hospital, a physical therapist at Achieve Orthopedic Rehab Institute, and an outpatient physical therapist at Athletico. Currently, this expert is a physical therapist and the clinic manager at a physical therapy clinic in Illinois.

This highly qualified expert has over 25 years of experience in geriatric physical therapy. He received his BS in physical therapy from Georgia State University before earning his DPT from Arcadia University. He is a certified geriatric specialist by the American Physical Therapy Association and a licensed physical therapist in the state of Georgia. This expert is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and served formerly as rehabilitation manager, rehabilitation specialty director, and area rehabilitation director at Amedisys Home Health, Inc. Additionally, he was formerly the director of new programs and research at Atlanta Rehabilitation. This expert currently serves as a physical therapist for a home health center and is an adjunct faculty member at a Southern university where he assists in the development of physical therapy programs.