Plastic Surgery Expert Witness
Why Retain Dr. Malcolm Lesavoy as Your Plastic Surgery Expert Witness
Dr. Malcolm Lesavoy is not only a world-renowned plastic and reconstructive surgeon, but he also brings decades of clinical, surgical, academic, and leadership experience to serve as an expert witness in personal-injury litigation. With board certification, academic appointments, and over 100 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Lesavoy provides authoritative and credible insight into surgical standards, outcomes, and injury causation.
Areas of Specialization for Personal-Injury and Litigation Matters
Dr. Lesavoy has extensive experience analyzing, testifying, and consulting in cases involving:
- Facial Trauma & Reconstruction
Evaluation and reconstruction of complex facial injuries, including fractures, soft-tissue trauma, nerve injury, scarring, and long-term functional and aesthetic sequelae. - Burn Injuries
Expert assessment of burn depth, scarring, contractures, reconstruction options, and functional impairment. - Soft-Tissue Injury & Scarring
Analysis of hypertrophic scars, contractures, and surgical repair; assessment of disfigurement, treatment planning, and long-term outcomes. - Reconstructive Surgery After Trauma
Guidance on standard-of-care reconstruction after trauma, including flap surgery, grafting, and staged reconstructive protocols. - Cosmetic / Aesthetic Complications
Consultation on complications from cosmetic procedures, adverse outcomes, suboptimal results, or surgical malpractice. - Medical-Negligence Consultations
Reviews of surgical technique, complication prevention, post-op care, and standard-of-care deviations in plastic surgery.
Credentials & Qualifications
- Board Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS
- Academic Appointment: Professor of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, UCLA Medical Center
- Leadership Experience:
- Former Chief of Plastic Surgery, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (25+ years)
- Senior Examiner for the American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Past Chairman, Board of Trustees of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
- Professional Recognition: Recipient of the ASPS “Clinician of the Year” Award
- Media & Public Engagement: Featured guest on ABC News, Discovery Channel, Oprah, Extreme Makeover, Nip/Tuck, and more
Selected Publications & Scholarly Contributions
Dr. Lesavoy is a prolific author, having contributed hundreds of scholarly works, including:
- Peer-reviewed articles: Over 100 publications in plastic surgery journals.
- Books: Authored 3 books on plastic surgery techniques.
- Book Chapters: More than 30 chapters in plastic surgery textbooks.
- Operative Technique Example: “Septoturbinotomy” — featured in Aesthetic Surgery Journal, jointly authored with Dr. Neil Tanna, et al.
Plastic Surgeon Expert Witness Services Provided
Dr. Lesavoy offers a full suite of expert witness services, including:
- Case Review & Consultation
- Medical-record review
- Surgical reports and imaging analysis
- Standard-of-care evaluation
- Causation and damages assessment
- Expert Reports
- Detailed written opinions
- Surgical reconstruction planning
- Prognosis and future care recommendations
- Deposition and Trial Testimony
- Deposition preparation and testimony
- Courtroom testimony
- Jury education on surgical techniques and outcomes
Why Retain Dr. Lesavoy for Litigation Support
- Credibility: His decades-long reputation, ABPS certification, and academic stature lend significant weight in legal matters.
- Experience: He has evaluated thousands of surgical patients, giving him a broad perspective on complications, outcomes, and best practices.
- Communication: He is adept at translating technical surgical concepts into clear, lay-friendly explanations for legal audiences.
- Integrity: As a long-standing educator and examiner, Dr. Lesavoy upholds the highest ethical and professional standards.
How to Engage
Retaining Dr. Malcolm Lesavoy as your plastic surgery expert witness brings unparalleled experience, deep surgical knowledge, and strong credibility. His expert opinions have guided many litigation teams to a clearer understanding of injury causation, surgical reconstruction, disfigurement, and long-term care. Contact us today to discuss your case and how Dr. Lesavoy can contribute to your legal strategy.
If you are a plaintiff attorney, defense attorney, insurance carrier, or law firm, and you wish to discuss retaining Dr. Malcolm Lesavoy as an expert witness, please contact:
Lesavoy Plastic Surgery
9301 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 410
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Phone: (310) 248-5451
Email: DrLesavoy@aol.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does Dr. Lesavoy review as an expert witness?
He provides expert analysis for facial trauma, burns, scarring, soft-tissue injury, reconstructive procedures, cosmetic complications, and plastic surgery malpractice.
Does Dr. Lesavoy offer deposition and courtroom testimony?
Yes. He provides expert reports, deposition testimony, trial testimony, and demonstrative surgical explanations tailored for legal audiences.
Can Dr. Lesavoy review standard-of-care in cosmetic surgery?
Yes. As a senior examiner for the American Board of Plastic Surgery, he is fully qualified to assess compliance with surgical standards of care.
How long has Dr. Lesavoy served as an expert witness?
Dr. Lesavoy has decades of experience in academic medicine, trauma reconstruction, and surgical evaluation, informing clear and credible medicolegal opinions.
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