Axis Medicolegal

Expert Spine Injury
Consultation for Attorneys

Fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon providing independent medical evaluations, expert reports, and testimony for personal injury, workers' compensation, and medical malpractice cases.

Dr. Edward M. DelSole, MD, FAAOS
Edward M. DelSole, MD, FAAOS Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon
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NYU & Rothman Fellowship Trained
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30+ Peer-Reviewed Publications
ABOS Board Certified
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Active Full-Time Surgeon
Services

Comprehensive Medicolegal Spine Services

Dr. DelSole works with both plaintiff and defense attorneys, providing objective, evidence-based medical opinions.

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Independent Medical Examinations

In-person examination of the injured party with a detailed written report covering diagnosis, treatment appropriateness, causation, and prognosis.

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Medical Record Review & Narrative Reports

Comprehensive review of all case records with a written narrative report providing expert opinions — no in-person exam required.

Expert Witness Testimony

Deposition and trial testimony from a surgeon skilled at explaining complex spine conditions in clear, jury-friendly language.

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Case Merit Screening

Preliminary review of key records to give you an honest assessment of the medical merits before committing significant resources.

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Addendum & Rebuttal Reports

Written response to opposing expert opinions, identifying medical inaccuracies, incomplete analysis, or flawed conclusions.

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Attorney Consultation

Direct consultation with Dr. DelSole to discuss case strategy, medical concepts, and help frame questions for depositions.

Case Types

Spine Cases We Handle

Expert opinions across the full spectrum of spine-related legal matters.

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Personal Injury

Workers' Compensation

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Medical Malpractice

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Insurance Disputes

Disability Evaluations

Why Choose Us

What Sets Dr. DelSole Apart

Not a professional witness. A full-time spine surgeon who happens to be exceptional at communicating medicine to legal audiences.

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Actively Practicing Surgeon

Dr. DelSole operates every week. He treats the same injuries he reviews for cases — giving his opinions unmatched clinical relevance and credibility.

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Elite Training Pedigree

Medical degree from NYU School of Medicine, orthopaedic residency at NYU Langone, and spine fellowship at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute — among the nation's top programs.

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Published Researcher & Journal Reviewer

Over 30 peer-reviewed publications and review committee positions at four leading spine journals. His opinions carry academic weight that holds up under scrutiny.

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Former Professor — Exceptional Communicator

As a former medical school professor, Dr. DelSole excels at breaking down complex spinal pathology into clear, persuasive language for juries and judges.

Credentials

Training & Qualifications

Education & Fellowship

  • Spine Surgery Fellowship — Rothman Orthopaedic Institute / Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
  • Orthopaedic Surgery Residency — NYU Langone Medical Center (Chief Resident)
  • Doctor of Medicine — NYU Grossman School of Medicine
  • B.S. Biochemistry — The University of Scranton

Board Certification & Licensure

  • Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Active Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS)
  • Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine — Active

Professional Memberships

  • Lumbar Spine Research Society — New Member Selection Committee
  • North American Spine Society — Political Engagement Committee
  • Hanlon Orthopaedic Society
  • American Orthopaedic Association — Emerging Leaders Program

Journal Review Committees

  • Spine
  • The Spine Journal
  • Global Spine Journal
  • The Bulletin of the Hospital for Joint Diseases

Academic & Industry

  • Former Assistant Professor — Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
  • Chairman, Medical Advisory Board — RevelAI Health
  • International lecturer — Switzerland, France, Greece
How It Works

Getting Started Is Simple

From initial inquiry to delivered report, we keep the process straightforward and attorney-friendly.

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Submit Inquiry

Contact us with a brief case summary and the services you need.

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Send Records

Provide medical records, imaging studies, and specific questions for Dr. DelSole.

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Expert Review

Dr. DelSole reviews the case materials and conducts an IME if requested.

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Report Delivered

You receive a detailed report with clear, defensible medical opinions.

Ready to Discuss
a Case?

Whether you need an IME, a record review, or just a quick conversation about whether a case has medical merit — we're here to help.

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Office Location 2607 Keiser Blvd, Suite 200
Wyomissing, PA 19610
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Works With Both Sides Dr. DelSole provides objective opinions for both plaintiff and defense attorneys. His role is to call it as he sees it — that credibility is what makes his opinions hold up.

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