Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witness Hugh Selznick

Hugh S. Selznick, MD, is an Orthopaedic Surgeon with subspecialty fellowship-based training in Orthopaedic Traumatology. Dr. Selznick is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.). He holds academic appointments as Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University and has served as Medical Director/Chief of Trauma Services for Orthopaedic Trauma Services at Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center in Las Vegas. He is the Medical Director of Consultants Medical Group since 2006.

Litigation Support - Dr. Selznick performs Orthopedic Independent Medical Exams and Record Reviews and can provide objective reviews and analysis of cases arising from personal injury litigation. He also has access to a network of highly qualified physicians across other subspecialties, allowing us to bring in additional expertise when needed. He has extensive experience in forensics since 2006, and has been able to assist attorneys and insurance professionals in understanding the medical/orthopedic issues particular to each case, with a focus on utilizing evidence-based medicine.

Areas of Orthopedic Trauma Expertise:

Education/ Training:

• BA in Biological Sciences from Cornell University (Magna Cum Laude, Arts & Sciences)
• MD from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, elected to Alpha Omega Alpha
• Orthopedic surgery residency at the Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute in New York, served as Chief Resident
• Fellowship in Orthopaedic Traumatology at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle