Expert Witness 521339
Orthopedic Surgery
California
Bachelor, Pomona College
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Building upon more than 10 years of experience in orthopedic spine surgery, this orthopedic spine surgeon specializes in spine surgery, comprehensive patient management, and life care planning for individuals with spinal disorders. He holds a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, a Master of Public Health degree, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Molecular and Microbiology. He is licensed to practice medicine in Florida, is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is a Certified Life Care Planner (CLCP). He currently practices as an orthopedic spine surgeon and serves as an Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, integrating advanced surgical care with life care planning principles to evaluate ongoing medical, functional, and rehabilitative needs associated with spinal conditions.
At the forefront of his clinical practice is the surgical management of degenerative spinal disorders, spinal deformities, and complex spinal pathology. His expertise encompasses minimally invasive spine surgery, complex revision spine surgery, and specialized orthopedic and neurosurgical spine surgery techniques. In addition to operative treatment, he applies life care planning methodologies to evaluate future healthcare needs, treatment planning, long-term care requirements, and functional outcomes for individuals with spinal injuries and chronic musculoskeletal conditions. His practice incorporates comprehensive patient management, coordinated care strategies, postoperative management, and long-term rehabilitation planning to support patients throughout the continuum of care.
Complementing his clinical work is an active commitment to academic medicine, physician education, and orthopedic research. Leadership appointments have included service as Chief Resident, Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Resident Member of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Program Evaluation Committee, and Representative Member of a Graduate Medical Education Resident Council. A notable credibility anchor is his participation in the AOSpine Knowledge Forum Deformity, an international collaborative initiative dedicated to advancing the understanding and management of complex spinal deformities. His scholarly contributions include peer-reviewed publications, textbook chapters, and national and international presentations addressing spinal deformity, thoracolumbar pathology, surgical technology, and preoperative optimization in spine surgery.
Further reflecting his professional leadership, he serves as a Board Member of the Florida Osteopathic Medical Association and previously held leadership positions with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Resident's Board and the Student American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics. Professional credentials include Florida medical licensure, board certification by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery, Certified Life Care Planner (CLCP), Mazor Robotics Certification, Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). He also maintains membership in the American Osteopathic Association, the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics, the Association of Certified Life Care Planners, the North American Spine Society, the Florida Osteopathic Medical Association, and the International Commission on Health Care Certification. This combination of orthopedic spine surgery expertise, life care planning knowledge, spinal deformity management, minimally invasive surgical techniques, and clinical research experience provides specialized insight into complex spinal disorders, surgical decision-making, long-term patient care, rehabilitation planning, and patient outcome evaluation.
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Degree Type
Bachelor
Field of Study
Distinction in Molecular and Microbiology
Institution
University of Central Florida
Degree Type
Doctorate
Field of Study
Osteopathic Medicine
Institution
Lake Erie College
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Certification / License
Medical License (MD)
Issuing Authority
State of Florida (FL)
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Certification
Certification / License
Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery
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American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgeon
Spinal Surgery
Spinal Injuries
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Rehabilitation
Master
Field of Study
Public Health
Institution
Nova Southeastern University
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Certification
Certification / License
Certified Life Care Planner (CLCP)
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Certification
Certification / License
Mazor Robotics Certification
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Certification
Certification / License
Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
Issuing Authority
American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma
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License
Certification / License
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
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