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Duane M. Bryant

Chula Vista, CA
Ophthalmology and Visual Impairment Life Care Planning Expert Witness

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Professional Summary

Duane M. Bryant, M.D. is an ophthalmology expert specializing in independent medical examinations and forensic consulting. With a career encompassing both clinical practice and medico-legal consulting, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating surgical outcomes, assessing medico-legal reports, and evaluating whether visual impairment life care plans meet industry standards.

Mr. Bryant has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California and Maryland, involving cataract and laser surgery cases. His Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from the University of Maryland Medical School, along with Board Certification from the American Board of Ophthalmology and specialized laser certifications, 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 ophthalmic surgery and visual impairment.

Work Experience

Castillejos Eye Institute — Ophthalmic Associate | 2018–Present Forensic Consultant and Expert Witness | 2004–Present Maryland Eye Care Center — Ophthalmic Associate | 2012–2018 Private Ophthalmology Practice — Ophthalmologist | 1984–2012 Friedenwald Eye Institute — Teaching Attending | 1984–2005 Human Performance Systems, Inc. — Visual Systems Specialist | 1985–2018

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Duane M. Bryant is a specialist in ophthalmology providing expert witness testimony and independent medical examinations.

Best Use Cases

  • 1Expert witness in ophthalmology cases
  • 2Independent medical examinations for visual impairment
  • 3Medical record reviews in ophthalmic litigation

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Education

  • B.S. in Psychology

    University of Maryland, College Park · 1976

  • Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

    University of Maryland Medical School, Baltimore · 1980

  • M.S. in Pastoral Counseling

    Loyola University in Maryland · 2001

Licenses

  • Medical License (CA)
  • Medical License (MD)
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