David Gutman, MD, MBA
Obstetrical and General Anesthesiologist
Anesthesiology Medical Expert Witness
I specialize in forensic anesthesiology, issuing medicolegal findings by report, testimony, or in private consultation.
As an experienced witness, I can opine on the standard of care, evaluate cases for merit, provide a second opinion, and review obstetrical and general anesthesiology medical malpractice cases for either plaintiff or defense attorneys.
I’m also a husband, father, practicing clinical obstetrical and general anesthesiologist, patient advocate, medical expert witness, fur-father, world traveler, and cycling enthusiast.
I assist attorneys with establishing standard of care compliance and identify breaches in medical malpractice litigation
117+
Cases in 31 States
6.5k+
Attorney Connections
3.5k+
Physician Connections
Professional Qualifications
Associate professor of Anesthesiology at Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)
Full time clinical practice: 65% General / 35% OB split
Board Certification — Anesthesiology (2016)
Medical Doctor Expert Witness for Florida Dept. of Health
Retained in over 117+ cases — 51% plaintiff, 49% defense
Medical licenses in New York, California, South Carolina, North Carolina, and New Hampshire
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. I am a board certified clinical anesthesiologist with subspecialty training in obstetrical anesthesia.
I hold 5 active medical licenses in New York, California, New Hampshire, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
There are no active or pending legal cases in which I am named.
I have never had any license or hospital privilege revoked.
I have no felony convictions, have never been sanctioned professionally, and have no blemishes to my record.
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• General Anesthesiology
• Obstetrical Anesthesiology
• Pre-Operative Anesthesia Optimization
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Schedule a free 15-minute Introductory Consultation with me through this link. Phone and zoom meetings are available. Please make sure to select the correct timezone when scheduling.
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You’re welcome to connect with me on LinkedIn or to download my curriculum vitae.
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"Dr. Gutman's work thus far has been stellar. Clear and careful demand of the facts and appropriate knowledge of the standard of care. His deposition was cogent and he had prepared very well."
— New Orleans Plaintiff Attorney
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"Dr. Gutman is thorough and precise. Minimal ambiguity and good understanding of the legal process. He was comfortable explaining difficult medical concepts and making them understandable."
— North Carolina Defense Attorney