Expert Witnesses in Geriatrics

Elliott M. Stein, M.D

Mill Valley, California
535 Midvalle Way, 94941

Contact: Elliott M. Stein, M.D.
www.elliottsteinmd.com
415-672-9352 Or Toll Free
geripsych@aol.com

Elliott M. Stein, M.D

535 Midvalle Way
Mill Valley, California 94941

Contact: Elliott M. Stein, M.D.
www.elliottsteinmd.com
415-672-9352
geripsych@aol.com

Dr. Elliott Stein, has specialized in Geriatric Psychiatry, for more than 40 years.
Dr. Stein is available to serve as an Expert Witness / Consultant, do legal and forensic record reviews, consultation, and assessments concerning psychiatric issues in older individuals, including testamentary capacity, undue influence, and contested Wills & Trusts.

Information:

Alzheimers Disease, Assisted Living, Contested Wills, Trusts, Estates, Dementia, Forensic Psychiatry, Geriatrics, Medical, Medicare, Nursing Homes, Psychiatry, Psychopharmacology,

Dr. Elliott Stein, has specialized in Geriatric Psychiatry, for more than 40 years.
Dr. Stein is available to serve as an Expert Witness / Consultant, do legal and forensic record reviews, consultation, and assessments concerning psychiatric issues in older individuals, including testamentary capacity, undue influence, and contested Wills & Trusts.

Forensic Psychiatric Associates, LLC.

Morristown, New Jersey
43 Maple Avenue, 07960

Contact: Alberto M. Goldwaser, M.D., D.F.A.P.A.
www.forensic-psych-assoc.com
English/Spanish
201-314-8637 Or Toll Free
agoldwasermd@nyumc.org

Forensic Psychiatric Associates, LLC.

43 Maple Avenue
Morristown, New Jersey 07960

Contact: Alberto M. Goldwaser, M.D., D.F.A.P.A.
www.forensic-psych-assoc.com
English/Spanish
201-314-8637
agoldwasermd@nyumc.org

Alternate Location NEW YORK CITY
155 East 31st Street, Ste 25-L
New York City, New York 10016
Dr. Alberto Goldwaser was named as a “Distinguished Life Fellow” of the American Psychiatric Association.
The objective of a forensic psychiatrist is to give expert opinion to a reasonable degree of medical certainty, in the form of a written report, deposition or courtroom testimony in legal cases. It relates to the application of psychiatric knowledge and techniques to legal procedures.
Dr. Alberto Goldwaser has conducted Civil, Criminal, and Administrative Forensic Psychiatric Examinations in State, Federal and Military courts around the United States.

Information:

Alzheimers Disease, Discrimination, Forensic Psychiatry, Geriatrics, Independent Medical Examiners, Insanity Defense, Malingering, Medical Malpractice, Neuropsychiatry, Personal Injury, Post Traumatic Stress, Psychiatric Malpractice, Psychiatric Medicine, Psychiatry, Psychological Autopsy, Psychology, Psychopharmacology, Race Discrimination, Risk Assessment, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Harassment, Suicide, Wrongful Death,

Alternate Location NEW YORK CITY
155 East 31st Street, Ste 25-L
New York City, New York 10016
Dr. Alberto Goldwaser was named as a “Distinguished Life Fellow” of the American Psychiatric Association.
The objective of a forensic psychiatrist is to give expert opinion to a reasonable degree of medical certainty, in the form of a written report, deposition or courtroom testimony in legal cases. It relates to the application of psychiatric knowledge and techniques to legal procedures.
Dr. Alberto Goldwaser has conducted Civil, Criminal, and Administrative Forensic Psychiatric Examinations in State, Federal and Military courts around the United States.

Raleigh Geriatrics, P.A.

Raleigh, North Carolina
3921 Sunset Ridge Road, Suite 101, 27607

Contact: Dr. Martin Janis, MD, FACP

919-782-7576 Or Toll Free
drmartinjanis@gmail.com

Raleigh Geriatrics, P.A.

3921 Sunset Ridge Road, Suite 101
Raleigh, North Carolina 27607

Contact: Dr. Martin Janis, MD, FACP

919-782-7576
drmartinjanis@gmail.com

Martin Janis's CV
Martin Janis MD with his 41 years experience in Geriatric Medicine has moved him to be a highly credentialed expert witness for review of Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Neglect, & Wrongful Death Cases. Dr. Janis has made focused comprehensive case reviews of alleged fault, injuries and causation. He has testified at depositions and trials, being retained by Plaintiffs and Defendants.

Information:

Elder Care, Geriatrics, Gerontology, Long Term Care, Medicare, Nursing Homes,

Martin Janis's CV
Martin Janis MD with his 41 years experience in Geriatric Medicine has moved him to be a highly credentialed expert witness for review of Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Neglect, & Wrongful Death Cases. Dr. Janis has made focused comprehensive case reviews of alleged fault, injuries and causation. He has testified at depositions and trials, being retained by Plaintiffs and Defendants.

Dr. Vivian Begali, LCP, FACPN-ABN, ABPP

Richmond, Virginia
9327 Midlothian Turnpike, Suite 1C, 23235

Contact: Dr. Vivian L Begali
www.drvivianbegali.com
804-728-2964 Or Toll Free
drbegali@gmail.com

Dr. Vivian Begali, LCP, FACPN-ABN, ABPP

9327 Midlothian Turnpike, Suite 1C
Richmond, Virginia 23235

Contact: Dr. Vivian L Begali
www.drvivianbegali.com
804-728-2964
drbegali@gmail.com

Double board-certified in Clinical Neuropsychology and Clinical Psychology, Independent practitioner with 25+ years of experience. Provide comprehensive neuropsychological assessments to individuals w/ medical, mental, cognitive and physical conditions. Provide expert witness consultation forensic cases, IMEs, medical file review, second opinions, disability, and peer reviews. Expert witness services are used in defense and plaintiff personal injury cases, courtroom testimony, and to provide an objective measurement of neurocognitive status following brain injury, medical and chronic pain conditions, toxic exposure, stroke, work-related injuries, and PTSD. Awarded Fellow Status by National Academy of Neuropsychology, American Academy of Clinical Psychology and American College of Professional Neuropsychology. Member of ABPP, AACN, INS, APA, NAN, ASCH, Div. 40/42, ACPN. Published on traumatic brain injury, dementia, practice issues, and neuropsychology. Experience in pediatric and adult medical and rehabilitation centers, currently in private practice.

Information:

Dementia, Geriatrics, Head Injury, Independent Medical Examiners, Neuropsychology, Personal Injury, Post Traumatic Stress, Psychology, Workers' Compensation,

Double board-certified in Clinical Neuropsychology and Clinical Psychology, Independent practitioner with 25+ years of experience. Provide comprehensive neuropsychological assessments to individuals w/ medical, mental, cognitive and physical conditions. Provide expert witness consultation forensic cases, IMEs, medical file review, second opinions, disability, and peer reviews. Expert witness services are used in defense and plaintiff personal injury cases, courtroom testimony, and to provide an objective measurement of neurocognitive status following brain injury, medical and chronic pain conditions, toxic exposure, stroke, work-related injuries, and PTSD. Awarded Fellow Status by National Academy of Neuropsychology, American Academy of Clinical Psychology and American College of Professional Neuropsychology. Member of ABPP, AACN, INS, APA, NAN, ASCH, Div. 40/42, ACPN. Published on traumatic brain injury, dementia, practice issues, and neuropsychology. Experience in pediatric and adult medical and rehabilitation centers, currently in private practice.

Susan E. Wozniak, MD, MBA, FAPWHc, FAIHM, CMD

Baltimore, Maryland
111 Hamlet Hill Road, 21210

Contact: Susan E. Wozniak, MD, MBA
linkedin.com/in/postacutecareandgeriatricsurgery
806-283-0018 Or Toll Free
swozniak@postacutecaresurgery.org

Susan E. Wozniak, MD, MBA, FAPWHc, FAIHM, CMD

111 Hamlet Hill Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21210

Contact: Susan E. Wozniak, MD, MBA
linkedin.com/in/postacutecareandgeriatricsurgery
806-283-0018
swozniak@postacutecaresurgery.org

Susan Wozniak's CV

Dr. Wozniak practices in post-acute care medicine & geriatric surgery. She has a special interest in wound care prevention, diagnosis and treatment. She maintains an active wound care clinical practice. She is published in peer reviewed medical journals and regularly presents at national and international wound conferences. She is Fellow-Certified from the Academy of Physicians in Wound Healing. She is a Certified Medical Director by the American Board of Post-Acute & Long-Term Care Medicine.

Dr. Wozniak has reviewed many different wound related cases; the top 3 categories: 1. Facility acquired pressure injury, 2. Delayed wound diagnosis and management, 3. Wound causation & nursing home breaches in wound prevention protocols.

Education:
MD , Texas Tech Health Sciences Center, School of Medicine; Master of Business Administration, Healthcare Organization Management, Rawls College of Business, Texas Tech University; BS, Biochemistry (major), Biology (minor)), Texas Tech University, Honors College; BA, Spanish (major), German (minor), Texas Tech University, Honors College

Information:

Burn Injury, Geriatrics, Hyperbaric Medicine, Nursing Homes, Post Acute Care , Pressure Injuries, Wound Care,

Susan Wozniak's CV

Dr. Wozniak practices in post-acute care medicine & geriatric surgery. She has a special interest in wound care prevention, diagnosis and treatment. She maintains an active wound care clinical practice. She is published in peer reviewed medical journals and regularly presents at national and international wound conferences. She is Fellow-Certified from the Academy of Physicians in Wound Healing. She is a Certified Medical Director by the American Board of Post-Acute & Long-Term Care Medicine.

Dr. Wozniak has reviewed many different wound related cases; the top 3 categories: 1. Facility acquired pressure injury, 2. Delayed wound diagnosis and management, 3. Wound causation & nursing home breaches in wound prevention protocols.

Education:
MD , Texas Tech Health Sciences Center, School of Medicine; Master of Business Administration, Healthcare Organization Management, Rawls College of Business, Texas Tech University; BS, Biochemistry (major), Biology (minor)), Texas Tech University, Honors College; BA, Spanish (major), German (minor), Texas Tech University, Honors College

Vera Dvorak, MD

Silver Spring, Maryland
3750 Clara Downey Ave, 20906

Contact: Vera Dvorak, MD
www.tdpartnersconsulting.com/team_member/dr-vera-dvorak/
240-670-7982 Or Toll Free
Vera@tdphealth.com

Vera Dvorak, MD

3750 Clara Downey Ave
Silver Spring, Maryland 20906

Contact: Vera Dvorak, MD
www.tdpartnersconsulting.com/team_member/dr-vera-dvorak/
240-670-7982
Vera@tdphealth.com

Vera Dvorak, MD, has broad and extensive experience in a continuum of care, with over 40 years working in diverse healthcare settings including home health services, palliative care, and hospice. She has also served as medical director in all of these areas.

Dr. Dvorak has been a practicing physician, a managed care executive, a strategic member of corporate leadership, and vice president and medical director of hospital-based care coordination. She has been in charge of the appeals department in various managed care organizations; and is the founder of transitional care management for one of the largest healthcare systems in Northern Virginia.

Dr. Dvorak’s focus has been on medical necessity determination, appropriate discharge disposition with defined short and long-term care needs. She has been a proponent of consistently applying evidence-based care guidelines to support clinical decision-making on a case-by-case basis and across the continuum of care to maximize the potential for optimal recovery. She is acknowledged by her peers as an expert in driving and teaching patient-centered care.

Dr. Dvorak has served on Capital Caring Hospice Board from 2014-2018 and was an executive advisor to MCG Health, part of Hearst Health Network from 2013-2015.

Dr. Dvorak is a Board-certified internist and geriatrician.

Information:

Geriatrics, Independent Medical Examiners, Long Term Care, Medical Management,

Vera Dvorak, MD, has broad and extensive experience in a continuum of care, with over 40 years working in diverse healthcare settings including home health services, palliative care, and hospice. She has also served as medical director in all of these areas.

Dr. Dvorak has been a practicing physician, a managed care executive, a strategic member of corporate leadership, and vice president and medical director of hospital-based care coordination. She has been in charge of the appeals department in various managed care organizations; and is the founder of transitional care management for one of the largest healthcare systems in Northern Virginia.

Dr. Dvorak’s focus has been on medical necessity determination, appropriate discharge disposition with defined short and long-term care needs. She has been a proponent of consistently applying evidence-based care guidelines to support clinical decision-making on a case-by-case basis and across the continuum of care to maximize the potential for optimal recovery. She is acknowledged by her peers as an expert in driving and teaching patient-centered care.

Dr. Dvorak has served on Capital Caring Hospice Board from 2014-2018 and was an executive advisor to MCG Health, part of Hearst Health Network from 2013-2015.

Dr. Dvorak is a Board-certified internist and geriatrician.

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