Lance Silverman, MD

Specialty 1: Orthopedic Surgery

Keywords/Search Terms: Foot and Ankle trauma and reconstruction

Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

License(s): GA and MN

Years in Practice: 30

• 22 years performing IMEs
• 250 IMEs performed
• Deposed/Testified 25 times

Additional Information

ABOS certified - Over 20 years in active orthopaedic practice - Extensive experience with Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs), impairment ratings, causation analysis, and return-to-work evaluations, particularly in musculoskeletal and lower extremity trauma - Prior medicolegal work: Served as medical expert witness with testimony in federal court (Schedin v. Johnson & Johnson, 2010) and independent medical opinions (Chlopek v. Breg, 2006); ongoing independent medical consultant since 2004 - Published author and frequent presenter on foot/ankle topics, including social media in orthopaedics (AAOS Instructional Course Lectures), chronic post-traumatic compartment syndrome, recalcitrant plantar fasciitis, and workplace epidemiology - Active in professional organizations: Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS); Member, American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS); Past roles on AAOS Communications Committee, AOFAS Electronic Media Committee, and editorial boards - Leadership experience: Former CEO and Co-Founder of Greenway Surgery Center; Current Board Member and Medical Executive Committee at Greenway Surgical Suites - Consultant for Ossio (biodegradable orthopedic implants); Committed to evidence-based care, including advanced techniques in tendon repair/transfer, total ankle arthroplasty, and minimally invasive procedures - Philanthropy: Long-term Chairman of "Our Hearts to Your Soles" providing free foot/ankle screenings, shoes, and socks to the homeless (2007–present)