Infection Expert Witnesses

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Infection expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including infectious disease medicine, epidemiology, immunology, microbiology, and public health. Some of the most common specialties among infection expert witnesses also include hospital-acquired infections, sexually transmitted diseases, tropical diseases, antibiotic resistance, and vaccine-related infections. They can opine on the effects of infection control procedures, outbreak investigations, antimicrobial stewardship programs, vaccination policies, and pathogen transmission dynamics.

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Barbara test Barnette, CLNC, MSN, RNView profile

ID: 6072839

Ms. Barbara test Barnette, CLNC, MSN, RN

Ms. Barbara Barnette has 20 years of experience in Infection Control and Nursing. She earned her BSN from Ohio State University and her MSN from the University of Akron. Today, this expert is certified as a Case Manager by the Commission for Case Manager Certification, in Infection Control by the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, and as a Legal Nurse Consultant by the...

Connie June Cutler, BSN, FAPIC, FSHEA, RNView profile

ID: 6893891

Dr. Connie June Cutler, BSN, FAPIC, FSHEA, RN

Dr. Connie J. Cutler has 31 years of experience in Registered Nursing and Infection Control. She earned her BS in Biology from Villanova University and her MS in Biological Sciences from Drexel University. She also earned her BSN from Creighton University. Today, this expert is Certified in Infection Control through the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology and licensed as a...

Infection Expert Witness FAQs

What is the role of an infection expert witness in a legal case?

An infection expert witness provides specialized knowledge on infectious diseases, their causes, prevention, and treatment. They can testify on standard care procedures, causation, and damages in medical malpractice cases.

What types of cases might require an infection expert witness?

Cases involving hospital-acquired infections, misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of infectious diseases, improper treatment, or vaccine-related issues often require an infection expert witness.

How can an infection expert witness assist in a medical malpractice lawsuit?

They can review medical records to determine if proper protocols were followed, provide insight into whether negligence occurred, and explain complex medical concepts to the court.

Are there subspecialties within the field of infectious diseases that an expert witness might focus on?

Yes, subspecialties include pediatric infectious diseases, travel medicine, HIV/AIDS medicine, and tropical medicine among others. The choice depends on the specifics of the case.

Why is it important to hire an infection expert witness with experience in epidemiology?

An expert with epidemiology experience can provide valuable insights into how infections spread within populations - crucial for cases involving outbreaks or public health issues.

How does Expert Institute select its Infection expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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