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Peter B. Richman MD MBAEmergency Medicine Expert Witness & Medical-Legal ConsultationMore than 20 years of medical-legal case review experience, supported by over three decades of clinical practice in teaching facilities and academic research.Dr. Richman's academic CV documents nearly 100 publication entries and more than 175 scientific abstracts and presentations. His extensive experience conducting, analyzing, and publishing clinical research informs a distinctive approach to medical-legal consultation: independent, carefully reasoned case evaluations supported by relevant scientific literature and specific citations.Services include medical malpractice case evaluation for plaintiff and defense counsel, emergency medicine standard-of-care review, medical causation analysis, and consultation regarding medical evidence in criminal proceedings.

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Click here for full CVResearch Expertise Applied to Medical-Legal EvaluationA distinguishing feature of Dr. Richman's medical-legal consulting practice is his extensive experience in clinical research, scientific publication, and critical appraisal of medical evidence.His academic career includes nearly 100 publication entries and more than 175 scientific abstracts and presentations, encompassing research in diagnostic accuracy, clinical decision rules, resuscitation, trauma, cardiovascular emergencies, and emergency department care.This background informs his approach to case evaluation. Rather than relying exclusively on clinical experience or personal opinion, Dr. Richman integrates detailed medical record review with an examination of relevant peer-reviewed literature, applicable clinical standards, and the strengths and limitations of available scientific evidence.His written analyses are designed to provide attorneys with clearly articulated, scientifically supported medical opinions, including relevant citations and consideration of competing interpretations.Academic Leadership & Clinical Practice
Professor & Research Director: Department of Emergency Medicine, CHRISTUS Health / Texas A&M University School of Medicine (2013–Present)Vice Chair of Research & Associate Professor: Department of Emergency Medicine, Mayo Clinic Hospital, Phoenix/Scottsdale (2001–2010)Residency Research Director: Emergency Medicine Residency, Kingman Regional Medical Center (2010–2013)Active Bedside Clinical Practice
Over three decades of continuous emergency department care across tertiary academic medical centers and regional trauma systems.Board Certification & LicensureDiplomate, American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM, Continuous Certification)Fellow: American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP)Active Medical Licenses:
Arizona (#29597)
Texas (#P7025)Advanced Resuscitation Certifications
ACLS, ATLS, PALSEducation & TrainingEmergency Medicine Residency: SUNY Stony Brook University HospitalDoctor of Medicine (M.D.): SUNY Upstate Medical UniversityMaster of Business Administration (M.B.A.): W.P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State UniversityBachelor of Arts (Summa Cum Laude): Brandeis UniversityScholarly Rigor & Evidence-Based Methodology90+ Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles:Published across leading emergency and critical care journals, including JAMA, Annals of Emergency Medicine, Academic Emergency Medicine, and Resuscitation.170+ Original ResearchAbstract Presentations at national/international emergency medicine conferencesPrior Journal Peer Reviewer RolesAcademic Emergency Medicine (Recipient, Outstanding Reviewer Award 2001)CHESTCritical Care MedicineAmerican Journal of Emergency Medicine.---
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Confidential Case Inquiries & Retainer RequestsTo request a fee schedule, discuss case merit, or initiate a preliminary conflict check:* Direct Email: [email protected]* Scope: Civil medical malpractice (plaintiff/defense), personal injury causation, and criminal defense proceedings.Preliminary conflict checks are completed promptly. Transmitted medical records, case files, and initial attorney inquiries are held in strict confidence.Return to Credentials | Return to HomeRichman MedLegal is a consulting division of EM Consultants, PLLC, an Arizona professional limited liability company. Formal fee agreements, W-9 documentation, and retainer invoices are executed through EM Consultants, PLLC.