Richard V. Baratta, Ph.D. (Orthopedics – Automotive Expert Witness)

• Developed FDA IDE submissions, Paraplegic Ambulation Assistive Device – New Orleans, LA (1990-1999)
• Bosch Certified Crash Data Retrieval Technician and Analyst

• Certified Accident Reconstructionist: Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR)
• Adjunct Assistant Professor, Biomedical Engineering – Tulane University School of Engineering (1990 to 1997)

• Senior Vice President, Biomechanical Practice – Rimkus (2005 to Present)
• Testified in multiple cases regarding injuries sustained during events, including cases of murder and suicide

(Orthopedics – Automotive Expert Final Words/Short Summary)

Dr. Baratta’s experience has included multiple aspects of orthopedic, facial, and spinal biomechanics and rehabilitative engineering and research. He has experience in the development, clinical implementation, and writing of FDA submissions for a paraplegic ambulation device.

Dr. Baratta taught Biomechanics to orthopedic surgeons seeking recertification. He has an extensive publication record addressing basic, applied, and clinical orthopedic topics, and has performed collaborative research with other intramural departments and outside academic and industrial institutions.