This plastic and reconstructive surgeon has 40 years of experience in plastic surgery, including extensive work in burn injuries and reconstructive procedures. They also have more than 30 years of experience providing expert witness services, including consultations, deposition testimony, courtroom testimony, and arbitration, with documented participation in numerous trials and depositions.

Their clinical experience includes burn injuries, burn reconstruction, breast reconstruction, breast reduction mammaplasty, soft tissue reconstruction, scar revision, pressure sores, wound and scar management, hand surgery, carpal tunnel conditions, laser procedures, skin cancer treatment, tissue expansion, flap reconstruction, and general reconstructive surgery. Cosmetic surgery experience includes abdominoplasty, blepharoplasty, breast augmentation and lift procedures, chemical peel, dermabrasion, facelift, facial implants, botox, liposuction, rhinoplasty, and general cosmetic surgery.

Professional experience includes private practice in California since 1998 and prior service as a staff surgeon at a burn center and hospital from 1981 to 1998. Surgical training includes completion of general surgery and plastic surgery residencies, with chief resident experience in both disciplines. Their work is supported by publications and presentations addressing burn injuries, hand surgery, and reconstructive techniques. They hold a Doctor of Medicine and are board certified in Plastic Surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. The expert is licensed to practice medicine in California and is a member of the American Burn Association.