With a background in orthopaedic surgery and shoulder-focused care, this expert witness has over 25 years of experience with a clinical focus on shoulder surgery, including rotator cuff repair and treatment of shoulder-related conditions; their background also includes more than 15 years of expert witness experience involving consultation, deposition testimony, and courtroom testimony in matters related to shoulder injuries, surgical intervention, and orthopaedic standards of care, with work focused on evaluating shoulder pain, joint arthritis, and injury-related conditions affecting function and mobility.

Their expertise includes surgical and non-surgical management of shoulder disorders, including rotator cuff pathology, instability, and degenerative joint disease. Their experience involves clinical evaluation of shoulder anatomy, application of operative repair and reconstruction techniques, and assessment of treatment outcomes. Additional areas of focus include sports-related shoulder injuries and trauma-related conditions, supported by experience in orthopaedic and sports medicine settings.

The expert’s background reflects ongoing involvement in clinical education and research related to shoulder conditions and orthopaedic surgery. This includes participation in scientific meetings, instructional courses, and authorship of publications addressing shoulder instability, rotator cuff repair, and orthopaedic trauma. They hold a Doctor of Medicine and a Bachelor of Science in Biology. The expert is licensed to practice medicine and holds board certification in orthopaedic surgery. Professional affiliations include national orthopaedic and shoulder-focused medical associations.