Richard A. Beck

Dr. Richard A. Beck

AOS
7343 Gate Pkwy, Ste 104-1156
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Office: 904-374-2462
Fax: 866-909-8680
Introduction

Dr. Beck is a practicing, board-certified Otolaryngologist-Head and Neck Surgeon (ENT surgeon) in Jacksonville, FL. Over 20 years of medical practice post-residency with experience in case reviews, independent medical examination (IME) and expert witness testimony by deposition and at trial. Expert witness review for causation in complex ENT cases.


Areas of Expertise
  • Allergy & Immunology
  • Audiology
  • Independent Medical Examinations
  • Laser Surgery
  • Otolaryngology

Expert Background
Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:
A: Medical Doctor, Florida Medical License, American Board of Otolaryngology Certification, MD from the University of Miami School of Medicine, BA in Psychology from the University of South Florida (USF), BA in Microbiology from USF, BS in Clinical Chemistry from USF, Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist, Quit Smoking Now Facilitator
Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
A: Diplomate of the American Board of Otolaryngology, Fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Fellow of the American Rhinologic Society, Member of the American Broncho-Esophagological Association, Member of the Society for Airway Management, Member of the Sociey for Pediatric Sedation, Member of the American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery, Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Member of the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy, Member of the American College of Legal Medicine, Member of the Florida Medical Association, Member of the Duval County Medical Society, Member of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, Member of the American Association for Physician Leadership
Q: Please list any teaching or speaking experience you have had, including subject matter:
A: Assistant Professor in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at the Medical College of Georgia from 1992-1993. Lecture and teaching experience for physicians, PAs, NPs, speech therapists, and nurses over 20 years of medical practice.
Q: Have any of your accreditations ever been investigated, suspended or removed? (if yes, explain)
A: Never
Q: On how many occasions have you been retained as an expert?
A: Typically 5-10 cases per year.
Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
A: Causation in complex ENT cases, Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery (ENT), Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), Laryngology (voice & airway), Dysphagia (swallowing), Rhinology (nose & sinus), Bronchoesophagology (airway & esophagus), Otolaryngic Allergy (allergy of the ear, nose, throat & sinus), Otology (hearing and ear surgery), Laryngeal cancer, Tracheostomy, Sinus surgery, Geriatric ENT, Speech / Voice, Vocal cord paralysis, Snoring, Tinnitus, Vertigo (balance), Medical malpractice, Medical review.
Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the plaintiff?
A: Approximately one-half.
Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the defendant?
A: Approximately one-half.
Q: On how many occasions have you had your deposition taken?
A: Typically several times per year.
Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
A: Within the past 12 months.
Q: On how many occasions have you been qualified by a court to give expert testimony?
A: Qualified by courts to give expert testimony on five occasions.
Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
A: Over twenty years.
Q: What services do you offer? (E.g.: consulting, testing, reports, site inspections etc.)
A: Expert witness, case consultation and review, independent medical examination, case analysis and preparation.
Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
A: Fee schedule furnished upon request.
Q: What is your hourly rate to review documents?
A: Fee schedule furnished upon request.
Q: What is your hourly rate to provide deposition testimony?
A: Fee schedule furnished upon request.
Q: What is your hourly rate to provide testimony at trial?
A: Fee schedule furnished upon request.
Q: Please list any fees other than those stated above (E.g.: travel expenses, copy fees, etc.)
A: Fee schedule furnished upon request.

References

References upon request.