Rheumatologist Expert Witness

Rheumatology is an internal medicine field in which doctors diagnose and treat rheumatic diseases. Rheumatologists offer therapy for joint, soft tissue, and connective tissue problems.

Rheumatology Expert Witness

Rheumatology is an internal medicine field in which doctors diagnose and treat rheumatic diseases. Rheumatologists offer therapy for joint, soft tissue, and connective tissue problems.

Risk Management Expert Witness

Professionals who specialize in risk management are responsible for making sure that a hospital or health care facility runs smoothly. They want to optimize the safety and efficacy of the hospital and all of its personnel, so they run tests that analyze how to deliver better, safer care. They then work to implement policies that fit this reduced risk approach.

Risk Management Nursing Expert Witness

Risk management nurses are responsible for reducing the amount of risk associated with hospital procedures. They must analyze the personnel and procedures to see what kinds of risks are being taken, and then implement plans to reduce or eliminate these risks. Risk management nurses want to be sure the hospital runs smoothly and safely.

Root Canals Expert Witness

A root canal is a space in the root of a tooth (located under the gum). This is also a term for endodontic therapy, a kind of dental procedure in which dentists remove all of the pulp from the canal and disinfect and fill the space. This helps keep teeth strong and sturdy.

RSD/CRPS Expert Witness

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain condition for which there is no cure. Patients with this condition suffer severe pain as well as skin swelling. There are two types, the first of which is known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD) where the nerves are not damaged. The second type is causalgia (no nerve damage).

Second Opinion (Cancer Diagnosis) Expert Witness

Patients are advised to always get a second opinion after getting an initial diagnosis in order to ensure that no errors or mistakes were made. In order to ensure that they are getting a valid diagnosis and prognosis, patients should seek another opinion from an unbiased medical professional who is not related to the first one.

One of AME’s cancer expert witnesses has written an exclusive medical malpractice article that we have provided, for your interest, below. Understanding cancer growth and delay in diagnosis for jury appeal

Cancer grows in all directions; in three dimensions. When a chest x-ray shows a tumor, the report says “2×4 centimeters”, but that is only the two dimensional “view”. When the pathology report says “2×4 centimeters” or “2x4x3 centimeters” the jury’s mind does not calculate the volume or change in volume over time. Growth is the three dimensional volume change, and is most impressive.

One can often identify by evidence or opinion, the three dimensions of the tumor at its various stages of growth. This can be mathematically calculated into volume:

If a square shape changes from 2x2x2 centimeters to only 3x3x3 centimeters, the volume grows from 8 cubic centimeters to 27 cubic centimeters, more than three times the volume, “not just” 2x2x2 to 3x3x3.

From 2x2x2 to 4x4x4 is eight times the volume (8 cubic centimeters to 64 cubic centimeters). Spheres can also be simply calculated, but the volume of irregular shapes is measured using calculus. Any competent mathematician can perform this computation for you. Never rely on two or three dimensional tumor sizes. Always convert those to volume and volume growth for the correct size and jury appeal.

Speech Pathology Expert Witness

Speech pathology is a branch of medicine; speech pathologists diagnose and treat patient’s communication disorders. Speech pathologists can work in medical facilities or schools and treat patients with a variety of disorders ranging from lisps and speech impediments to more severe traumas or psychological impediments.

Sepsis Expert Witness

Sepsis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation of the entire body. The patient may develop this condition in response to microbes in the body. Sepsis is commonly treated with antibiotics, but if the patient’s condition continues to deteriorate, doctors may want to monitor vital organs and administer IV fluids.

Spinal Cord Damage Expert Witness

Spinal cord damage is an extremely dangerous condition. Depending on the type and extent of injury, the patient can suffer from partial or complete paralysis. Spinal cord damage is often irreparable; therefore, physicians can only prescribe palliative (not curative) medications and courses of treatment.