Foot & Ankle Independent Medical Examiners
Welcome to the SEAK National Directory of Independent Medical Examiners. The Foot & Ankle Independent Medical Examiners found here provide independent medical exams (IMEs), medical evaluations, impartial examinations, independent medical assessments, vocational assessments, functional capacity evaluations, impairment ratings, second opinions, return to work evaluations, or fitness for duty exams to evaluate the extent of disability, permanent impairment or injuries.
Bob Baravarian, DPM
University Foot and Ankle Institute
Santa Monica, California
Foot & Ankle, Podiatry - Podiatric Surgery
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Dr Bob Baravarian is a fellowship trained podiatric foot and ankle surgeon with specialty in foot and ankle surgery, revision surgery, and complex foot and ankle correction. Dr Baravarian received his undergraduate training at the University of Southern California and placed division one tennis at USC. He then went to the California College of Podiatric Medicine for his 4 year medical schooling. He performed his residency at the University of Pittsburgh (Southside Hospital) program for 3 years w
Extensive experience in sports medicine, reconstructive surgery, revision surgery and diabetic foot care of the foot and ankle. Board certification in foot, reconstructive rear foot and ankle surgery. Extensive experience as an expert witness, IME reviewer and case assessment reviewer.
Michael Krosin, MD
East Bay Orthopedic Trauma and Reconstruction
Castro Valley, California
Orthopedic Surgery, Foot & Ankle
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Dr Michael Krosin is a board certified fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon. He has extensive experience in orthopedic injuries, post traumatic injuries, knee and hip replacement and foot and ankle surgery. He is thorough, meticulous and timely in his evaluations. Please email or text him for additional information.
Mark Conklin, MD
Panorama Orthopedic and Spine Center
Golden, Colorado
Foot & Ankle, Orthopedic Surgery
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Keywords/Search Terms: Bunions, Hammertoes, Neuromas, Metatarsal Osteotomies, Bunionettes, Foot and Ankle Fractures, Midfoot and Hindfoot Fusions, Ankle Fusions, Ankle Replacements, Great Toe Fusion, Great Toe Replacements, Ankle Arthroscopy, Ankle Lateral Ligament Reconstructions, Achilles, tendon repairs, Amputations.
Leadership positions: Current President of the Colorado Orthopedic Society, Past President of the Panorama Orthopedic and Spine Center, Past President of the Golden Ridge Surgery Center, Past President of the Rocky Mountain Foot and Ankle Club, Past President of the Woodridge Orthopedic and Spine Center, Past Chairman of the Lutheran Medical Center Orthopedic Department, Past Member of the AAOS Board of Councilors.
Affiliations: Member of the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society, Member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Member of the Colorado Orthopedic Society, Member of the American Medical Association, Member of the Colorado Medical Society.
I have written articles and chapters on foot and ankle conditions. I have given presentations at local, regional and national meetings on foot and ankle problems.
Richard Fields, DPM
Coconut Creek, Florida
Podiatry - Podiatric Surgery, Foot & Ankle
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Podiatric surgery, Foot & Ankle Surgery, Diabetic Foot Ulcer, Trauma, Foot & Ankle Arthritis, Amputation, Diabetic Limb Salvage, Wound Care Specialist, Diabetic Complications, Sports Related Injuries
Dr. Fields is a board certified Podiatrist and foot & ankle surgeon certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM). Dr. Fields is actively treating patients within his own personal practice specializing in Podiatric foot care of all aspects and complications from diabetic wounds and ulcers. He also practices part time within a multi-speciality Orthopedic practice specializing in trauma related injuries of all types.
Dr. Fields grew up in Queens, NY and attended the University at Albany for undergraduate studies. He then spent two years at Pepperdine University specializing in Economics. He subsequently attended Barry University's School of Podiatry and graduated top 5 within his graduating class in 2010.
Paul V Spiegl, MD
Residential Paul Spiegl
Atlanta, Georgia
Foot & Ankle, Podiatry - Podiatric Surgery
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All adult foot and ankle problems including fractures, sprains, trauma, arthritis, sports, congenital deformities, and reconstructive surgery.
Musculoskeltal infection.
Dr. Spiegl received his orthopaedic training at Duke. Residency was followed by a fellowship training in foot and ankle at the Mayo Clinic, He was the first foot and ankle fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon in Georgia when he began his practice in 1983. This gave him the opportunity to evaluate and/or treat a wide range of unusual and complicated foot and ankle conditions. He practiced on the campus of Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital for 41 years, so he has had personal long-term follow-up of the patients for whom he has provided care.
Dr. Spiegl obtained his American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery certification in 1986. He re-certified in 1996, 2006 and 2016 and he is on track to recertify in 2025 so that he will be board certified to December 31, 2036. He intends to continue active clinical and surgical practice to 2028.
Musculoskeletal infections are a second area of interest. Dr. Spiegl is member of 3 international organizations that are by invitation only. These are the M...
Bruce E Williams, D.P.M.
Foot Pain Expert Witness
Elmwood Park, Illinois
Podiatry - Podiatric Surgery, Foot & Ankle
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Case Review and IME for Foot and Ankle Surgery, Injury or Fracture of the Foot, Ankle, Fracture of the Tibia, Fibula, Foot or Ankle Arthritis, Lisfranc Fracture Dislocation, Talus or Calcaneus Fracture, Degloving Injuries, Amputation of the Toes or Foot Gait Dysfunction, Balance Study, Gait Walking Study, Walking, Running or Standing Pain, Future Medical Needs
31 years of clinical experience and surgical board certification. Part-time clinical practice specializing in sports medicine, lower extremity biomechanics and working with high-level athletes. Specialist in post-traumatic gait analysis, including slip and fall injury, motor vehicle injury, and any injury that has affected a examinee's ability to walk, run, or perform their usual day to day work or activities. Expert and thought leader with extensive teaching experience in the use and interpretation of pressure mapping for analysis of both walking and running gait. Has presented on-site training, keynotes, webinars, and conference presentations nationally and internationally in North America, England and Australia. Multiple published chapters, posters, journal and trade articles. Experienced expert witness. Multiple published chapters, posters, journal and trade articles. Experienced expert witness.
Case Review and IME for Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Worker's Compensat...
Michael S Lee, DPM, MS, FACFAS
Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
Clive, Iowa
Podiatry - Podiatric Surgery, Foot & Ankle
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Board Certified in both foot surgery and reconstructive rear foot and ankle surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS).
Key opinion leader in foot and ankle reconstructive surgery techniques and sports medicine/surgery.
2001-Present Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
2001-Present Diplomate, American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Board Certified, Foot surgery
Board Certified, Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery
Past-President of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS).
A noted author and lecturer/educator at national meetings and surgical skills course. Lee has published numerous peer reviewed articles, chapters, and was the editor of "Complications in Foot and Ankle Surgery: Management Strategies."
Damian P Roussel, DPM, FACFAS, CIME
The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics - Mid Maryland Musculoskeletal Institute
Frederick, Maryland
Foot & Ankle, Podiatry - Podiatric Surgery
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I'm a foot & ankle surgeon with a busy practice at one of the largest private practice orthopaedic groups in the US. I'm board certified in Foot Surgery and Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery as well as certification in IMEs. I'm a peer review editor for the Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery and perform IMEs, chart reviews, impairment ratings, depositions, and expert witness testimony. I have appeared in many major publications such as USA Today, CNN, The Washington Post, and many others.
podiatry, podiatric surgery, foot & ankle surgery, impairment ratings, IMEs, chart review, depositions, expert witness, medical expert press contributor, product design
Steven A. Bernstein, DPM, FACFAS, FASPS
Steven A. Bernstein DPM FACFAS
Fort Lee, New Jersey
Foot & Ankle, Podiatry - Podiatric Surgery
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Expert Witness Plaintiff and Defense, IME, Second opinions, Record review
Auto, Work Comp and Slip and Fall Injuries.
Extensive experience in Foot and Ankle Surgery, Trauma, Reconstructive Surgery, CRPS, RSD, Failed Ankle and Foot Surgery Failed fusions and Ankle replacements
Failed bunion surgery, Failed minimal incision and Lapiplasty
33 + years extensive experience
Gabriela M. Yurkanin
Yurkanin Foot & Ankle Reconstructive Center
Plains, Pennsylvania
Foot & Ankle, Podiatry - Podiatric Surgery
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Greater than 14 years specializing in Reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle, trauma, nerve injuries, Charcot foot and ankle deformities and sports medicine injuries.
Specialize in treatment of chronic wounds, osteomyelitis and diabetic foot complications.
Board Certified in Foot and Ankle Reconstructive Surgery by ABPS August 2011 and recertification on August 2019.
Joseph R. Disabato, DPM
Virginia Foot & Ankle Surgical Associates, PC
Charlottesville, Virginia
Foot & Ankle, Podiatry - Podiatric Surgery
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Ankle replacement, foot and ankle trauma, bunions, hammertoes, dropfoot deformity, nerve disorders, lower extremity wounds, sports medicine, flatfoot, hi arch, tendon disorders, plastic surgery and reconstruction - soft tissue coverage, arthritis, bone lengthening, heel pain, microsurgery,
Education: Surgical Fellowship, ; Foot & Ankle Surgical Residency, ; Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, ; Bachelor of Science - Chemistry,
Years in Practice: 33
-Fellowship trained foot, ankle and leg surgery
-Diplomate, American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Foot Surgery
-Diplomate, American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Reconstructive
Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery
-Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Medicine
-Fellow, Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons (ANES)
-Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
-Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine
-Surgical Educational Consultant
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