Publications

• Office Addresses

Other Locations: Multiple offices Twin Cities metro, Rochester, St Cloud MN, Eau Claire WI

Specialty 1: Orthopedic Surgery

Specialty 2: QME

Keywords/Search Terms: Focuses on personal injuries from slip-and-fall and transportation-related accidents. Possesses a broad understanding of complex upper and lower extremity musculoskeletal conditions, from fractures and soft-tissue injuries to orthopedic disease. Allows accurate orthopedic clinical pattern recognition, treatment assessment, and recovery expectations. Reports are thorough, concise, and timely. An affable demeanor supports effective interactions with peers and clients.

Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston TX

License(s): MN, WI, TX, CA

Years in Practice: 42

• 3 years performing IMEs
• 125 IMEs performed
• Deposed/Testified 25 times

IME Certification: Fellow: American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Association Hip & Knee Surgeons

IME Training: SEAK

Additional Information

Board certified Orthopedic Surgeon with more than 42 years of experience in the diagnosis, surgical treatment, and long-term management of complex musculoskeletal conditions, including trauma, accident-related injuries, fractures, soft tissue injuries, amputations, and non-surgical spine care. Broad general orthopedic experience encompasses upper and lower extremity care, arthroscopy, sports medicine, arthritis management, and joint replacements. Provides independent, objective medical-legal expertise for personal injury matters, with a focus on causation analysis, injury mechanism evaluation, prognosis, impairment assessment, treatment necessity, and long-term outcomes. Evaluations are grounded in a consistent, methodical process integrating detailed medical history, comprehensive physical examination, review of complex medical records, and analysis of relevant radiographic and diagnostic studies. Clinical conclusions are based on orthopedic training and medical experience, supported by decades of direct patient care. Experienced in conducting independent medical examinations (IMEs), producing clear, well-reasoned, evidence-based medico-legal reports supported by clinical data, imaging review, and established medical science, including peer-reviewed literature. Reports are timely, concise, well-organized, and detail-oriented. Clean disciplinary record, with no Daubert or Frye challenges. Academic and professional roles included Associate Clinical Professor Department of Family Medicine at the University of Colorado, with longstanding involvement in resident education and family practice conferences. NBA Denver Nuggets team physician, along with Regis University teams. Serves as a neutral expert witness for attorneys, courts, and insurance stakeholders. Known for a professional demeanor that is approachable, cooperative, and respectful, with a particular strength in explaining complex orthopedic concepts in clear, understandable language for lay audiences.