Spinal Cord Injury Expert Witnesses in Illinois

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Spinal cord injury expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including neurology, orthopedics, physical medicine and rehabilitation, occupational therapy, and life care planning. Some of the most common specialties among spinal cord injury expert witnesses also include neurosurgery, pain management, neuropsychology, vocational rehabilitation, and spinal biomechanics. They have provided opinions on the effects of traumatic accidents, medical malpractice, sports injuries, falls, and workplace accidents on spinal cord injuries.

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This board-certified and fellowship-trained expert has over 10 years of experience in neurosurgery. Recognized as one of America's Top Surgeons and America's Top Doctors for 5 consecutives years, he has done extensive research in neuro-oncology through grant support and clinical trials. He also serves on various editorial boards and as an ad hoc reviewer. Among other positions, he currently serves as Director of Neurosurgical Oncology and Professor of Neurosurgery at a major university medical center.

Professor of Neurology, Major University Medical Center

Master of Science (MS), Harvard University School of Public Health

Chicago |

Illinois

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Review Fee $300/hr
Deposition Fee $300/hr
Court Fee $300/hr

This expert gained her MD at St. Petersburg State Pediatric Medical Academy and completed her internship in pediatrics and residency in pediatric neurology at St. Petersburg Pediatric Clinic #33 and St. Petersburg Academy of Postgraduate Education. She completed additional residencies in pediatrics and general and child neurology at SUNY Brooklyn and a fellowship in neurophysiology at Loyola University Medical Center. She is board certified in neurology with a special certification in child neurology and in epilepsy. Currently, she is an adult and pediatric neurologist in her own private practice. Formerly, she served as an adult and pediatric neurologist in a number of private practices and hospitals in Illinois.

Adult and Pediatric Neurologist, A private practice in Illinois

Doctor of Medicine (MD), St. Petersburg State Pediatric Medical Academy

Glenville |

Illinois

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Review Fee $500/hr
Deposition Fee $500/hr
Court Fee $500/hr

With over 20 years of experience as both a psychiatrist and a medical consultant, this expert remains very active in the field of psychiatry through his position as an attending psychiatrist and his various volunteer activities. He is a recognized psychiatrist with a multitude of awards and professional appointments. Finally, he is a certified member of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology with concentrations in Forensic, General, and Addiction Psychiatry.

Psychiatrist, Private Practice

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Northwestern University Medical School

Chicago |

Illinois

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Review Fee $625/hr
Deposition Fee $850/hr
Court Fee $850/hr

This expert has been the Chief of Pediatrics at the Chicago Shriners Hospitals for Children since 1981, the Medical Director of the Spinal Cord Injury program since its inception in 1983, and in 2005 became the Assistant Chief of Staff, Medicine. He received his Bachelor of Arts from Northwestern University and an MD from University of Illinois. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and the Subspecialty of Spinal Cord Injury Medicine. He is the immediate Past-President of the American Spinal Injury Association and Past-Chairman of the Steering Committee of the Consortium for Spinal Cord Medicine, as well as Past President of the Chicago Pediatric Society and the American Paraplegia Society. He is a Certified Life Care Planner. This expert has authored over 135 peer-reviewed journal articles, nearly 22 book chapters, and 356 presentations or posters and 20 instructional courses at national and international meetings. He is a Co-Editor of the newest textbook on SCI: Spinal Cord Injury in the Child and Young Adult.

Partner, A Pediatric Rehabilitation and Life Care Planning Firm in IL

Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Illinois

River Forest |

Illinois

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Review Fee $450/hr
Deposition Fee $600/hr

This highly qualified expert earned his Physician Assistant degree from the University of Florida. He completed a Masters in Physician Assistant Studies in Critical Care Medicine from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He is a Distinguished Fellow, American Academy of Physician Assistants, President of the American Academy of Physician Assistants in Legal Medicine and member of Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants. He is an associate member of the American Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association and the Chicago Bar Association. This expert has published 3 peer-reviewed journal articles and has been invited to lecture at national meetings on several occasions. He serves as reviewer for the Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. He is a former Advisor for the Spinal Cord Injury Advisory Council of Florida, former Senior Physician Assistant for the Division of Neurosurgery at Evanston Northwestern Healthcare. He is currently a Clinical Assistant Professor at a major university and Senior Physician Assistant at a major university-affiliated health center.

Physician Assistant, A medical center in IL

Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc), University of Lynchburg

St Petersburg |

Illinois

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FAQs for Spinal Cord Injury Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a spinal cord injury expert witness in a legal case?

A spinal cord injury expert witness provides specialized knowledge on spinal injuries, their causes, treatments, and impacts. They can help establish causation, standard of care, and damages.

What types of cases might require a spinal cord injury expert witness?

Cases involving car accidents, sports injuries, medical malpractice, workplace accidents, or any incident resulting in spinal cord damage may require such an expert.

Can a spinal cord injury expert witness provide insight into different subspecialties?

Yes, they can offer insights into subspecialties like neurosurgery, orthopedics, physical therapy, and rehabilitation related to spinal cord injuries.

How can a spinal cord injury expert witness assist in a medical malpractice case?

They can evaluate patient records, identify if there was negligence or deviation from standard care that led to the injury, and testify on these findings.

Why is it important to hire a spinal cord injury expert with trial experience?

An expert with trial experience understands the legal process and can deliver clear, persuasive testimony that can significantly influence the outcome of the case.

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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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