Othon J. Mena, M.D.

Othon J. Mena, M.D. is a forensic pathology expert specializing in the investigation of sudden, unexpected, unexplained, and unnatural deaths. With a career encompassing roles in medical examination, pediatric death review, and forensic education, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating causes of death, assessing contributing factors in pediatric fatalities, and evaluating whether forensic standards were met in death investigations.

Dr. Mena has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving cases of forensic pathology and forensic medicine. His M.D. in Medicine from UCLA School of Medicine, along with certifications in Forensic Pathology, Anatomic Pathology, and Clinical Pathology from the American Board of Pathology, 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 forensic investigations.