Clinical practice in anesthesiology, supported by more than 10 years of experience, forms the foundation of this expert witness’s work, with focused expertise in malignant hyperthermia, perioperative care, and anesthesia-related safety. This anesthesiologist evaluates anesthesia delivery across a range of surgical environments, including assessment of physiological responses to anesthetic agents, intraoperative monitoring considerations, and complications arising during surgical procedures. Areas of specialization include malignant hyperthermia diagnosis, testing, and management, as well as perioperative pain control and evaluation of anesthesia-related care in clinical and legal contexts.

This anesthesiologist serves as Director of a Malignant Hyperthermia Testing Center and has contributed to registry-based research addressing this condition, including service as a principal investigator on malignant hyperthermia registry efforts. Additional professional roles include long-standing service as a consultant to a malignant hyperthermia hotline, providing guidance on diagnosis and management of suspected cases. Contributions to the field include authorship of peer-reviewed journal articles and textbook chapters, as well as presentations and workshops on anesthesiology topics such as perioperative care, regional anesthesia, and malignant hyperthermia. Early career distinctions include service as Chief Resident in anesthesiology and recognition as Resident of the Year, reflecting demonstrated leadership and clinical excellence.

Academic and professional roles include appointment as an Associate Professor of Anesthesiology, with prior positions as Assistant Clinical Professor and senior physician. Responsibilities have included leadership in clinical services, participation in quality improvement and advisory committees, and involvement in physician training and mentorship of residents and practicing anesthesiologists. This anesthesiologist holds a Doctor of Medicine degree, completed an internal medicine internship and anesthesiology residency, and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Anesthesiology. Additional credentials include licensure as a Physician and Surgeon in California and certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Prior expert witness experience includes consultation, deposition testimony, and courtroom testimony involving anesthesia care, malignant hyperthermia, and perioperative management.