Dr Anthony Bleetman, PhD, FRCSEd, FRCEM, DipIMC RCSEd

Dr Anthony Bleetman, MD, PhD, FRCSEd, FRCEM, DipIMC RCSEd is an Emergency Medicine expert specializing in use of force medical implications. With a career encompassing air ambulance operations, trauma care, and pre-hospital emergency services, he brings a comprehensive understanding of the medical and tactical considerations in high-stakes environments. His work centers on investigating the medical implications of less-lethal weapons, assessing the safety of physical interventions, and evaluating whether standard care protocols were followed in emergency scenarios.

Dr Bleetman has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving cases related to law enforcement, custodial settings, and emergency medical services. His PhD in Occupational Health, along with certifications such as FRCSEd, FRCEM, and DipIMC RCSEd, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving use of force and emergency medical care.