Other Locations: Windermere

Specialty 1: Oncology

Specialty 2: Hematology

Keywords/Search Terms: Triple-Board-Certified Medical Oncologist/Hematologist/Internal Med with 14+ years of practice. Expertise in hematology and oncology with subspecialization in melanoma, gastrointestinal cancers, and sarcomas. Performs disability and functional capacity evaluations, causation analysis (including occupational/environmental), and prognosis/life expectancy assessments. Experienced in chemotherapy-immunotherapy toxicities. Provides clear, timely IME reports with practical, case-focused conclusions.

Medical School: University of Florida

License(s): Florida

Years in Practice: 14+

• 5 years performing IMEs
• 5 IMEs performed
• Deposed/Testified 20 times

IME Training: SEAK

Additional Information

Board-certified Medical Oncologist and Hematologist with over 14 years of active clinical practice, specializing in: Extensive experience evaluating: Treatment-related toxicities (fatigue, neuropathy, cytopenias, cognitive effects) Disease progression and metastatic cancer Functional impact of cancer and treatment on daily activities and work capacity IME / Disability & Causation Expertise Disability and Functional Capacity Evaluations Assessment of ability to work during and after cancer treatment Evaluation of physical and cognitive limitations related to malignancy and therapy Causation Analysis (Non-Malpractice Contexts) Evaluation of cancer in relation to occupational or environmental exposures Differentiation between disease progression and external contributing factors Prognosis and Life Expectancy Evidence-based assessment of disease trajectory and expected outcomes Impact of treatment, recurrence, and metastatic progression on long-term function Medical Necessity & Treatment Review Evaluation of appropriateness of oncologic therapies Assessment of ongoing care needs and anticipated future treatment Record Review & Reporting Clear, concise, and well-structured IME reports addressing referral questions Ability to synthesize complex oncology records into focused conclusions Professional Attributes (Important for IME Vendors) Timely turnaround (typically 5–7 business days) Clear, structured, and objective reporting Responsive and easy to work with Experienced with large medical record sets Focused on practical, case-directed opinions Education & Credentials Fellowship: Hematology & Oncology – University of Florida (Chief Fellow) Residency: Internal Medicine – University of South Florida MD: University of Florida College of Medicine BA: Computer Science – University of South Florida Board Certifications: Internal Medicine, Hematology, Medical Oncology (ABIM)