Welcome to the SEAK National Directory of Medical File Review Consultants. The following list of Physician (MD or DO)s who are licensed in Georgia are available to provide a Medical file review, Utilization review, Chart review, Peer review, Second opinion (2nd opinion), Underwriting report, Disability opinion, Pre-authorization, etc.
Erik Blutinger, MD, MSc, FACEP
Mount Sinai Health System
Astoria, New York
Emergency Medicine
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Highly trained in the global and critical medical care of both routine and acutely ill patients. Board certified in Emergency Medicine, having completed residency training in one of the busiest Emergency Rooms in the United States. Master's degree attained Health Policy. Actively practicing Emergency Medicine in multiple states while leading strategy for alternative care models with a large health care system. Expert in public speaking, broadcast / print journalism, and leadership in organized medicine.
Nathan B Easterlin, M.D.
Saint Simons Island, Georgia
Plastic Surgery
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I am board certified through 2032. I am currently in an active plastic and reconstructive private practice and perform the full spectrum of plastic and reconstructive procedures. I perform cosmetic surgery of the face, neck, breasts, and body. I perform skin cancer removals and reconstructions almost daily in an office setting. I perform major cancer reconstructions and have a special interest in breast reconstruction. I perform wound care and manage traumatic injuries. I currently take call for the hospital emergency center.
Dwight A. Owens, M.D., F.A.P.A., M.C.I.M.E.
Peachstate Psychiatric Services
Atlanta, Georgia
Addiction Medicine, Adolescent Medicine/Young Adult Medicine, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Psychiatry, Psychiatry, Addiction, Psychiatry, Forensic
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Board-Certified Psychiatrist, Competency to Stand Trial, Forensic, Forensic Trained, Master Certified Independent Medical Examiner, Psychiatry, PTSD, and TBI.
Eli Loch, D.O.
Jacksonville, Florida
Anesthesiology, Pain
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Board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain by ABA. Has personally performed over 10,000 spine, joint, and nerve injections.
Member of multiple professional societies including ASIPP, ASRA, ASA
Formal regenerative medicine training with the Interventional Orthobiologics Foundation
Investigating physician for multiple ongoing FDA approved trials
Dr. Loch is also a certified health coach and a certified medical exercise specialist by the American Council on Exercise.
Joseph P Tobin, M.D., F.A.A.O.S.
Tobin Bone and Joint Surgery
Hilton Head, South Carolina
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Currently practicing general orthopaedic surgery. Offices in
Pooler, G.A. and Hilton Head, S.C. Board Certified and Fellowship in total joint replacements (Hips and Knees) Experience in chart review for attorneys and insurance cos in personal injury and workers' comp. cases, some malpractice defense. Years of experience in IME and MMI ratings for workers' comp., federal disability, and personal injury cases for attorneys, insurance cos and the government. Experience in use of AMA guidelines for MMI ratings. Quick turnaround time. Experience in video depositions and courtroom testimony.
Simon B. Zeichner, D.O.
Boca Raton , Florida
Hematology, Internal Medicine, Oncology
Larry Johnson, MD
Dallas, Texas
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Assistant Clinical Professor. UT Southwestern Medical Center
Have experience in multiple clinical environments including trauma, sports, work comp, independent medical examinations, military veterans and disability.
Have worked with multiple forms of reimbursement including self(private practice), salaried, HMOs. Attend conferences at the medical school on a routine basis. Work in an environment where our work is routinely scrutinized. Continue in practice
Kenneth M. Rice, M.D.
Suwanee, Georgia
Emergency Medicine
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Diplomate, American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM)
Fellow, American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP)
Founder, owner and Medical Director of an independent Urgent Care center for fourteen years.
Extensive clinical experience in Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, Primary Care, Occupational Medicine, Worker's Compensation, DOT, Teaching, Supervision, Clinic Management, and Telemedicine.
Elizabeth C Smith, DO, MPH
Elizabeth C Smith DO LLC
Atlanta, Georgia
Emergency Medicine
E Lynn Phillips, MD
Atlanta, Georgia
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Additional Training
1. AMA Guides Sixth Edition Impairment Rating Course
2. 23rd Annual AAOS Workers' Compensation Course
3. SEAK Trained: How to Start, Build and Run a Successful IME Practice
4. SEAK Trained: How to Start, Build and Run A Successful Disability and File Review Practice
Rajeev Pillai, MD
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology
Allen R. Dennis, MD, JD, MPH
Heal One Services
Powder Springs, Georgia
Internal Medicine, Preventive Medicine/Public Health
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He is board certified in the two specialties of Internal Medicine and General Preventive Medicine/Public Health . He has owned a private practice and is currently active as a Hospitalist. Dr. Dennis is licensed and treating patients in Georgia, Texas and Indiana. He has also received special training and waiver from Dept. of Health and Human Services for Opiod addiction treatment.
Claire K. Willie, MD
Atlanta, Georgia
Internal Medicine
Julie M Quattlebaum, MD
Evans, Georgia
Pediatrics
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General Pediatrics Board certified;
Pediatric Emergency Medicine full time clinical practice for 18 years;
Advanced Trauma Life Support certified;
Pediatric Advanced Life Support certified;
Currently Assistant Professor of Pediatrics;
Formerly Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatrics;
Currently Medical Director of an EMS transport company;
Formerly Medical Director of a medical spa company
Jasdeep Dalawari, MD, FACC, FSCAI
Dalawari Medical Services, LLC DBA Cardiomedlegal
Glen Allen, Virginia
Cardiovascular Disease, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology
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University of Pikeville Interventional Cardiology Faculty
Abhi Kapuria, MD
Neurology Legal Consulting
Raleigh, North Carolina
Neurology, Neurophysiology
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I am a double-board-certified neurologist with extensive experience as a medical record reviewer. I Co-Founded Neurology Legal Consulting with my partner, Dr. Ovais Inamullah, to provide expert consultation on a wide range of neurological disorders ranging from stroke to seizure, critical care medicine, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and many others. Through meticulous examination of patient records, I analyze cases with attention to detail, providing valuable insights for legal proceedings.
Sajid Khan, MD
Houston, Texas
Emergency Medicine
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I am a board-certified emergency medicine physician and author of The Ultimate Emergency Medicine Guide, a comprehensive review book that is the highest-rated and most up-to-date text for Emergency Medicine physicians preparing to certify. I am a member of AOA (the only national medical honor society in the world), serve as an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at UMKC, and have worked in a variety of settings: from inner-city level 1 trauma centers serving 100,000 patients/year to 3-bed rural EDs. I’ve spent time as a Medical Director, Oral Boards examiner, and ACLS instructor.
Emily A Ray, DO
Dalton, Georgia
Emergency Medicine, Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine
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Also certified in wound care, cellular tissue product applications and reviews.
Wiling to add other states for liscence
John Cox, MD
C&D Medical Consulting
Wilmette, Illinois
Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics
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Board certified in General Pediatrics and Pediatric Emergency Medicine; Robust clinical experience at Level 1 Trauma Hospital; Non-clinical work includes 4+ years of utilization management, reviewing thousands of cases to assess for medical necessity; UM experience also includes specialized reviews in oncology and genetic testing; Significant experience reviewing medical-legal documentation and preparing expert witness reports and affidavits; Broad experience in both clinical and multiple non-clinical healthcare domains.
Carl A Dragstedt, DO, FACC
Dragon Oaks Consulting, LLC
Alachua, Florida
Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology
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Fellow of the American College of Cardiology; Adjunct Clinical Professor at University of Florida; consultant, speaker, writer, numerous academic publications, peer review for journal Clinical Cardiology. Provides concise, timely and thorough reports. Readily available with flexible scheduling to meet client’s needs.
Christina Ennabi Waller, DO
Riverside, California
Emergency Medicine
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Leadership skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to type 82 words per minute
Experience in medical writing
ANKUSH K BANSAL, MD FACP FACPM SFHM
Loxahatchee, Florida
Internal Medicine
Louis L Rolston-Cregler, MD
Atlanta, Georgia
Emergency Medicine
Vince Faridani, MD, MBA, FACP, SFHM
Melbourne, Florida
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Faridani completes chart evaluation and analysis, case reviews for mortality/morbidity, peer reviews, medical malpractice and evaluation for standard of care.
Valerie A Jones, MD
White Stone, Virginia
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Medical Necessity Determination for inpatient rehab facilities (IRF) and durable medical equipment (DME). Disability assessment, with return to work restrictions and limitations. Long term and short term disability expertise. Provided analysis for Lincoln Financial Group. Excellent writing skills, from top tier medical school.
Johannie Keith Y Uy, MD
New York, New York
Internal Medicine
John P. Evans, MD
Foothills Orthopaedics ans Sports Medicine
Greenville, South Carolina
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Fellow of the International Academy of Independent Medical Evaluators, skilled in use of the AMA Guides to Impairment and Disease and Injury Causation as well as Impairment. I can review questions of disability, utilization and causality.
Jeffrey I Ender, DO
Alpharetta , Georgia
Anesthesiology
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Patient Safety and Risk Management
Patient Medical Care Utilization
Patient Quality /Outcome Performance
Board Certification by American Board Anesthesiology
Patient Risk Management/Quality Review
Gaurang Mavani, MD
Carmel, Indiana
Internal Medicine, Nephrology
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I have experience in doing disability reviews. I have done more than 25 reviews in disability so far. I work for dane street and brown and brown.
I al also an expert in doing DRG validation. I have done more than 500 reviews so far.
I am also an expert in medical necessity review for inpatient and observation. I have seen more than 30,000 reviews so far.
I also have done more than 10 Medical review approval for Nephrology.
I want to develop my disability file review practice.
John Sarzier, MD
Saint Simons Island , Georgia
Neurological Surgery
Nolan Mott, DO
NKM Medical
Riviera Beach, Florida
Pediatric Hospitalist, Pediatrics
David A Koehler, MD
Evansville, Indiana
Family Medicine/Family Practice
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MCG Certified in Utilization Management.
High volume experience with utilization reviews in managed care.
Physician advisor experience.
Scott Kelly, MD
Atlanta Orthopaedic Institute
Atlanta, Georgia
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Disability evaluations, Electrodiagnostic Medicine, Interventional Spine Procedures, Musculoskeletal injuries, Spine
Yelena Vidgop, MD
Integrative Neurology Inc
Weston, Florida
Neurology, Neurophysiology
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Inpatient/outpatient, Stroke, Headaches, Migraines, Neuropathy, CIDP, MS Myasthenia, Encephalopathy, Tremors, Parkinson's, Back/Neck injuries, Radiculopathy, Epilepsy, Dementia, Concussions
Board Certified in Neurology and Fellowship trained in Neurophysiology. Currently practicing with Telespecialists, licensed in 36 states, privileges in 204 hospitals. Serves as a Stroke Medical Director and Regional Medical Director for multiple hospital systems. Associate Professor at Nova Southeastern Medical School. Experience in teaching and presenting. Experience with disability file review claims.
Constance George-Adebayo, MD, FACP
Christ the King Healthcare
Loganville, Georgia
Internal Medicine
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Civil Surgeon, Fellow of the American College of Physicians, Principal Investigator for Clinical Trials, Travel Medicine, Weight Management. Currently, a Medical Director at Christ the King Medical Center.
Vishnu Potini, MD, MBA, FAAOS
HealthAdvise
Bloomington, Illinois
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Dr. Vishnu Potini is an Orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, arthroscopy, general trauma, overuse conditions, tendinopathies, hand/carpal tunnel, joint arthritis, and knee or shoulder pain injections for over 13 years.
Training
Medical
Emory University 2011
Residency
Rutgers University-New Jersey Medical School 2011-2016
Fellow
Detroit Medical Center 2016-2017
Orthopaedic Surgery-Sports Medicine Fellow
MBA
Kellogg School of Management Northwestern University 2020-2022
Certifications
ABOS Orthopaedic Surgery Board
ABOS Orthopaedic Sports Medicine CAQ
Prafulchandra U Bhatt, M.D.,FAAP
Praful U Bhatt, M.D.,LLC
Mill Hall, Pennsylvania
Pediatrics
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- Chief, Section of Pediatrics, Lock Haven Hospital, Lock Haven, PA, September 1981 -October 31, 2017
- Teaching PA students, Nurse Practitioners and Medical Students during their pediatric rotation with my practice
- Clinical research, workshop presentations and publications in peer reviewed journals on pediatric infectious disease topics
- Regional presentations, in-services on NRP, PALS, Infant Nutrition, Safety and injury prevention in children
- Clinical Assistant Professor, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
-Clinical Associate Professor, Commonwealth University, LH
Cyrus Kao, MD
Rehabilitation Consultants LLC
Nashville, Tennessee
Pain, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Consultant/Clinician in Physiatry and Pain Medicine for medical legal consultation, and physician management
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Proficient in performing medical/legal consultations for personal injury/WC cases
Independent Medical Reviews
Certified Life Care Planner (LCP-C)
Disability Reviews
Liability Reviews
Causality Reviews
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New York Worker’s Compensation Board – Certified – 278489-01 Coded CPMR, CPMR-PM, Issued 9/15/17
Colorado Worker’s Compensation Board - Level I Accreditation, Issued 8/30/2023
Felix Rivera, MD
US Neurology Consulting, PLLC
Harlingen, Texas
Neurology
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Has experience with Outpatient General Neurology, Inpatient Neuro-Hospitalist and Outpatient Tele Neurology, as well as currently provides Telemedicine care in Neurology, Inpatient Telemedicine/ Tele Neuro-Hospitalist for hospitals in several states throughout the United States.
Dr. Rivera has experience in areas, including but not limited to : Stroke, Epilepsy, Headache, migraine, Traumatic Brain Injury,mild traumatic brain injury, closed head injury, concussion, Spinal Cord Injury, Nerve Injury, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, CRPS, Memory Loss, Dementia, Encephalopathy, Parkinsons Disease.
Tammy Allen, MD
Atlanta, Georgia
Family Medicine/Family Practice
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I have a special interest in disability file reviews. I am a family medicine and hospitalist physician who exclusively works locum tenens assignments because I enjoy the flexibility and variety that contract work offers. In addition to my clinical duties, I am a passionate educator. I have held faculty positions at Mercer University School of Medicine and South College, and I have taught medical students and residents for many years. I also volunteer at several free clinics in the US and abroad, where I provide care to underserved populations.
MA Flores, DO, MS, MMM
riverside, California
Family Medicine/Family Practice, Occupational Medicine
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Dual Board Certified in Occupational Medicine and Family Medicine. Masters in Environmental Toxicology and Medical Management. Licensed in 30 states. Expert reviewer capable of expedited turn around times, specializing in Worker's Comp Utilization Review and Peer Review.
Natasha Stinson, M.D.
SCS Medical Group
Peachtree City, Georgia
Internal Medicine
James P Little, MD, MBA
Southern Rehabilitation Group, PLLC
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Board Certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Electrodiagnostic Medicine - ABEM, IMEs, ABIME
Independent Medical Examiners Certification
Certified Medical Review Officer
HOSPITAL APPOINTMENTS-CURRENT:
May 2014-Southern KY Rehabilitation Hospital, Bowling Green, KY,
August 2014-The Medical Center, Bowling Green, KY, Active, PMR
OTHER APPOINTMENTS:
May2014–Present: Medical Director, Southern KY Rehabilitation Hospital
July 2010-May 2014: Medical Director, The Rehabilitation Hospital of SW VA
Mark Snoddy, MD
Augusta-Aiken Orthopedic Specialists
Augusta, Georgia
Hand Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery
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Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery with subspecialty certificate and fellowship training in Hand, Shoulder, and Elbow surgery.
Extensive experience with Worker's Compensation, including IMEs, impairment ratings, file reviews.
Colin Knight, MD
South Miami, Florida
Pediatric Surgery, General Surgery
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I've been performing outsourced peer review for well over a decade. I'm a volunteer faculty member at the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine.
Cynthia S Tainsh, MD
Medford, Massachusetts
Neurology, Neurophysiology
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I did my Neurology residency at the Harvard Longwood Neurology Training Program, and the did a Fellowship in Electrodiagnostic Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. After practicing general neurology for some years, I now specialize in Intraoperative Neuromonitoring. I am familiar with spinal and cranial, as well as carotid artery, surgeries and the associated neurological injuries.
Anika S Goodwin, MD
Greensboro, North Carolina
Ophthalmology
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Fellowship trained in ocular trauma and oculofacial plastic surgery. Prior faculty member and residency program director at The University of South Carolina SOM. Excellent communication and writing skills. Poised and confident.