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Life care planning expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including medical malpractice, personal injury, workers' compensation, disability evaluation, and elder care planning. Some of the most common life care planning expert witness specialties also include vocational rehabilitation, case management, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and nursing home administration. They can opine on the effects of catastrophic injuries, long-term care needs, future medical costs, quality of life issues, and the necessity for certain medical treatments or therapies.

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Steven Derad Kamajian, CMD, DO, FACOFPView profile

ID: 27600

Dr. Steven Derad Kamajian, CMD, DO, FACOFP

Dr. Steven D. Kamajian has 42 years of experience in Family Medicine. He earned his BS in Biology from Saint Joseph's University and his DO from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed a rotating internship at Botsford Hospital, Farmington and a residency in Family Practice at Metropolitan Hospital. Today, this expert is a certified Medical Director through the American...

Nursing and Life Care Planning Expert Witness | ArizonaView profile

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Nursing and Life Care Planning Expert Witness | Arizona

This highly-qualified expert has over 20 years of experience in nursing and life care planning. She earned her BA in psychology and BSN at Mount Saint Mary College before earning her MSN from the University of Texas at Austin and her DNP from Northern Arizona University. She is certified as a nurse practitioner, an advanced forensic nurse, an emergency nurse, and a nurse life care planner. She is...

Diana M Bubanja, CFCE, CLCP, DPTView profile

ID: 53629

Dr. Diana M Bubanja, CFCE, CLCP, DPT

Dr. Diana M. Bubanja has 36 years of experience in the field of Physical Therapy and Life Care Planning. After earning her BS in Kinesiology from California State University, East Bay and her BS in Physical Therapy from Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles, she went on to earn her DPT from Boston University. Today, this expert is a Certified Life Care Planner through the Board of the...

Vocational Rehabilitation Expert Witness | New JerseyView profile

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Vocational Rehabilitation Expert Witness | New Jersey

This highly-qualified expert earned his BS in counseling and human services as well as his MS in rehabilitation counseling from the University of Scranton. He is both a licensed and certified rehabilitation counselor and a certified life care planner. This expert is a member of multiple professional organizations including the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals and the...

Scott John Kush, JD, MD, MPH, MSView profile

ID: 60084

Dr. Scott John Kush, JD, MD, MPH, MS

Dr. Scott J. Kush has over 15 years of experience in the field of Life Expectancy Calculations. He earned his BA in Psychology and BS in Biochemistry from the University of California San Diego. He completed his MD from Stanford School of Medicine and his MPH from San Diego State University. Later on, he completed his JD from Stanford University and MS in Actuarial Science from Columbia...

Life Care Planning and Vocational Evaluation Expert Witness | MichiganView profile

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Life Care Planning and Vocational Evaluation Expert Witness | Michigan

This certified life care planner and vocational evaluator has decades of experience in economic damages evaluation. He received specialized training in the economics of personal injury and work capacity evaluation, and he serves as a reviewer for The Earnings Analyst and the Journal of Forensic Vocationology. He has published numerous articles on life care planning and vocational and...

Dawn Lynn Cook, CLCP, CNLCP, RNView profile

ID: 64388

Ms. Dawn Lynn Cook, CLCP, CNLCP, RN

Ms. Dawn Cook has over 43 years of experience in Life Care Planning. She earned her diploma in Nursing from Royal Jubilee Hospital School of Nursing. Today, this expert is certified as a Nurse Life Care Planner by the Certified Nurse Life Care Planner Certification Board and as a Life Care Planner by the International Commission on Health Care Certification. She is licensed as a Registered Nurse...

Psychology and Life Care Planning Expert Witness | VirginiaView profile

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Psychology and Life Care Planning Expert Witness | Virginia

Over 30 years experience. Has served on multiple medical school faculties, worked on-staff, in administrative roles and as a consultant to numerous programs and facilities. Current interests include life care planning, rehabilitation for neurological, psychiatric, medical and intellectual impairments; complex cases; behavior analysis; outcomes research; staff training; and program development. ...

Linda Derrick Olzack, CLCP, RNView profile

ID: 65384

Ms. Linda Derrick Olzack, CLCP, RN

Ms. Linda D. Olzack has 45 years of experience in Nursing and Life Care Planning. She earned her AS in Nursing from Merced College and her BSN from California State University Fresno. Today, this expert is a Certified Life Care Planner through the International Commission on Health Care Certification and is licensed as both a Public Health Nurse and Registered Nurse in the state of California....

Life Care Planning Expert Witness | LouisianaView profile

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Life Care Planning Expert Witness | Louisiana

This life care planning expert earned a masters degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Southwestern Louisiana. He is a certified life care planner and a licensed vocational rehabilitation counselor. He belongs to the International Association of Rehabilitation Providers and the International Academy of Life Care Planners. He is currently a self-employed life care...

Stacey Raquel Helvin, BSN, CRRN, PHN, RNView profile

ID: 76958

Ms. Stacey Raquel Helvin, BSN, CRRN, PHN, RN

Ms. Stacey R. Helvin has 37 years of experience in Life Care Planning and Nursing with expertise in Pediatrics. She earned her BSN from California State University Dominguez Hills and her AA in Nursing from Cerritos College. Today, this expert is certified as a Rehabilitation Registered Nurse by Rehabilitation Nursing Certification Board and is licensed as a Registered Nurse and Public Health...

Life Care Planning Expert Witness | TexasView profile

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Life Care Planning Expert Witness | Texas

This expert is a certified life care planner and nurse consultant with clinical background in nursing, orthopedics, rehabilitation and critical care medicine. She has extensive background in evaluation of complex and long term needs of clients who have suffered catastrophic injuries. She holds expertise in health care quality and risk management, health care administration, and regulatory...

Rhonda Sue Renteria, BSN, CLCP, CLNC, RNView profile

ID: 126806

Ms. Rhonda Sue Renteria, BSN, CLCP, CLNC, RN

Ms. Rhonda S. Renteria has 39 years of experience in Nursing and 12 years of experience in Life Care Planning. She earned her ADN from Pasadena City College, her BSN from the University of Phoenix, and a certificate in Life Care Planning from the University of Florida. Today, this expert is a certified Life Care Planner by the International Commission on Health Care and a Certified Legal Nurse...

Life Care Planning and Neurology Expert Witness | TexasView profile

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Life Care Planning and Neurology Expert Witness | Texas

This board certified neurologist and certified life planner earned a BA in Psychology from Brandeis University and an MD from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. He is a member of a number of prestigious societies including the International Academy of Life Care Planners and the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals. He currently provides life care planning...

Thomas Jay Zweber, MDView profile

ID: 259260

Dr. Thomas Jay Zweber, MD

Dr. Thomas J. Zweber has 35 years of experience in the field of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. He earned his BA from Lake Forest College and his MD from the University of Minnesota Medical School. He completed both an internship in Internal Medicine and a residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Today, this expert is board certified in Physical...

Architecture & Forensic Architecture Expert Witness | New JerseyView profile

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Architecture & Forensic Architecture Expert Witness | New Jersey

This Forensic Architect assists attorneys and insurance companies in resolving construction litigation claims through physical investigation, analysis, report writing and expert witness testimony. He is a Registered Architect and a Professional Planner with 28 years of experience in the construction industry. He has an ability to explain complex design and construction issues in a simple and...

David Earl Stewart, CLCP, CRC, MEdView profile

ID: 520310

Mr. David Earl Stewart, CLCP, CRC, MEd

Mr. David E. Stewart has over 40 years of experience in Life Care Planning and Vocational Evaluation and Rehabilitation. He earned his BA in Psychology at University of Alabama and his M.Ed. in Rehabilitation Counseling both from the University of Alabama. Today, he is board certified as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification and as a...

Life Care Planning and Vocational Services Expert Witness | TexasView profile

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Life Care Planning and Vocational Services Expert Witness | Texas

This expert is a qualified health and human service professional who serves as a Health & Rehabilitation Consultant in Texas. He has worked in the medical, vocational, legal and rehabilitation industry since 2002, and is a Certified Life Care Planner. The expert specializes in employment, vocational, and rehabilitation services; his work includes counseling, family violence education, litigation...

Kelly Dawn Dawson, CLCP, RNView profile

ID: 523178

Ms. Kelly Dawn Dawson, CLCP, RN

Ms. Kelly Dawn Dawson has 32 years of experience in Life Care Planning and Nursing. She earned her BSN from Chamberlain University and Graceland University, and her ADN from Columbus State Community College. Today, this expert is certified as a Life Care Planner by the International Commission on Health Care Certification and as a Certified Legal Nurse Consultant by the National Alliance of...

Life Care Planning & Complex Medicare Set Asides Expert Witness | FloridaView profile

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Life Care Planning & Complex Medicare Set Asides Expert Witness | Florida

This highly qualified expert has extensive experience with Medicare Set Asides (MSA), Complex Medical Cost Projections and Life Care Plans. She is dual-certified as a Life Care Planner and Medicare Set Aside Consultant among many more with 30+ years working alongside insurance companies. She has past legal experience, court testimony regarding Medicare Set Asides and Medical Cost Projections....

Life Care Planning Expert Witness FAQs

What is a Life Care Planning expert witness?

A Life Care Planning expert witness is a professional who provides testimony on the future medical needs and associated costs for individuals with serious injuries or chronic health conditions.

In what types of cases can a Life Care Planning expert witness be beneficial?

These experts are often utilized in personal injury, medical malpractice, workers' compensation, and elder care litigation to estimate future care costs.

How can a Life Care Planning expert witness assist in a personal injury case?

They can provide an objective assessment of the injured party's long-term medical needs and expenses, helping to determine fair compensation.

Are there subspecialties within Life Care Planning that could be relevant to my case?

Yes, some experts may specialize in specific areas like pediatric life care planning, geriatric care, or certain types of injuries or illnesses.

What qualifications should I look for in a Life Care Planning expert witness?

Look for professionals with certifications in life care planning, experience in healthcare fields relevant to your case, and prior expert witness experience.

How does Expert Institute select its Life Care Planning 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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