Bringing more than 15 years of orthopaedic surgical experience, this expert focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of shoulder-related conditions, including rotator cuff injuries, instability, dislocations, osteoarthritis, and adhesive capsulitis. Their clinical focus extends to advanced arthroscopic procedures and shoulder reconstruction techniques, with experience treating athletes across multiple levels, including Division I collegiate sports. In addition, their work includes leadership in the development and evaluation of innovative surgical technologies, including serving as a principal investigator in multiple FDA clinical trials related to shoulder arthroplasty and implant systems.

Grounded in a Doctor of Medicine degree and a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, this expert completed extensive postdoctoral training through internship, orthopaedic surgery residency, and specialized fellowships in shoulder and elbow surgery as well as sports medicine at leading institutions including Harvard Medical School. Board certification in orthopaedic surgery, along with a certificate of added qualification in sports medicine, reflects advanced clinical competency. They are also recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, with active participation in multiple professional societies.

Complementing their surgical and academic background, this individual has a substantial record of scholarly contributions, including peer-reviewed publications, instructional lectures, and invited presentations on shoulder surgery and related techniques. Their experience also includes prior expert witness involvement spanning 16 years, with work in consultations, depositions, arbitrations, and courtroom testimony, supporting matters related to orthopaedic care and surgical standards. In addition, they have held leadership roles including chief of shoulder surgery and director of clinical programs, as well as founding a clinical outcomes registry focused on shoulder procedures.