Expert Medical-Legal Consulting

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Farshad Farnejad MD, MPH, FACS

Medical Malpractice Expert Witness & Surgical Consultant

Trusted Medical–Legal Expertise in General Surgery, Trauma Surgery, and Critical Care

When the outcome of a medical malpractice case depends on a clear understanding of complex surgical care, experienced expert analysis can make the difference. Dr. Farshad Farnejad provides independent, objective medical–legal consultation for attorneys, insurance carriers, and legal professionals involved in cases related to general surgery, trauma surgery, surgical critical care, and acute care surgery.

As a dual board-certified general and critical care surgeon with extensive experience managing thousands of surgical patients, Dr. Farnejad has practiced in both large academic medical centers and community hospitals. This diverse background provides a comprehensive understanding of how standards of care are applied across different healthcare environments, from tertiary referral centers to regional hospitals.

Dr. Farnejad has extensive experience caring for patients with emergency surgical conditions, traumatic injuries, simple and complex hernias, critically ill surgical patients, robotic/minimally invasive surgery, and postoperative complications. His clinical experience allows him to evaluate not only the technical aspects of surgical care, but also the clinical decision-making that influences patient outcomes.

Medical–Legal Services

Dr. Farnejad offers objective, evidence-based consultation for cases involving:

  • Medical malpractice and medical negligence

  • General surgery standard-of-care review

  • Trauma surgery and emergency surgical care

  • Surgical critical care

  • Delayed diagnosis or delayed treatment

  • Operative complications

  • Informed consent

  • Postoperative management

  • Causation analysis

  • Damages assessment

  • Merit screening for plaintiff and defense counsel

  • Independent medical record review

  • Deposition preparation

  • Expert reports

  • Trial testimony

Objective, Independent Opinions

Every case is evaluated using current medical literature, nationally accepted clinical guidelines, and established standards of care. Dr. Farnejad provides unbiased opinions regardless of whether the findings support the plaintiff or the defense. His approach emphasizes scientific accuracy, thorough record review, and clear clinical reasoning.

Clear Communication That Helps Your Case

Complex surgical issues should be understandable. Dr. Farnejad is committed to translating complicated medical concepts into clear, concise explanations that attorneys, judges, and juries can easily understand. Written reports are well organized, thoroughly supported, and designed to withstand rigorous review.

Why Attorneys Choose Dr. Farnejad

  • Board-certified general and critical care surgeon

  • Extensive experience in general surgery, trauma surgery, and surgical critical care

  • Experience in both academic and community hospital practice

  • Comprehensive understanding of surgical standards of care

  • Objective, evidence-based analysis

  • Timely communication and dependable case management

  • Professional, credible deposition and courtroom testimony

Whether you are evaluating a potential claim, preparing for deposition, or seeking expert testimony at trial, Dr. Farnejad provides reliable, clinically grounded opinions that help attorneys make informed legal decisions.

Contact Dr. Farnejad to discuss your case, determine whether expert review is appropriate, or request a confidential consultation.