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Haematology Expert Witness UK | Dr Jordan Burgess
Delivering clear, independent CPR 35 compliant medico-legal reports on standard of care, causation, & outcomes in haematology
areas of expertise
Thrombosis & anticoagulation
Assessment of venous and arterial thrombotic events, including deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and stroke. Expertise in anticoagulation management (e.g. warfarin, DOACs, heparin), including dosing, monitoring, peri-operative management, and complications such as bleeding or treatment failure.
Bleeding disorders & haemophilia
Diagnosis and management of inherited and acquired bleeding disorders, including haemophilia and von Willebrand disease. Cases may involve delayed diagnosis, inadequate prophylaxis, peri-procedural management, or complications of factor replacement therapies.
Haemoglobinopathies including sickle cell disease
Management of conditions such as sickle cell disease and thalassaemia. Includes assessment of acute complications (e.g. vaso-occlusive crises, acute chest syndrome), chronic disease management, transfusion strategies, and delays in recognition or treatment.
Transfusion medicine
Evaluation of blood transfusion practice, including indications, compatibility testing, administration, and management of transfusion reactions. Relevant cases include transfusion errors, delays in transfusion, and failure to recognise complications.
Haematological malignancy
Diagnosis and management of blood cancers, including multiple myeloma, acute and chronic leukaemias, and lymphomas. Cases may involve delayed diagnosis, treatment decisions, complications of therapy, or monitoring and relapse.
Diagnostic haematology
Interpretation of blood tests, blood films, and laboratory investigations. Includes cases involving diagnostic delay, misinterpretation of results, or failure to appropriately investigate abnormal findings.
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