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Clinical Forensic Medicine

Independent clinical forensic medical evaluation

Objective, physician-led independent medical evaluations, injury documentation and expert clinical assessment — supported by on-site advanced imaging and a multidisciplinary medical team.

Why choose TPL for forensic medicine

Objective & independentImpartial, physician-led assessment
Advanced imagingOn-site MRI, X-ray & ultrasound
Thorough documentationClear, defensible reporting
MultidisciplinarySpanning brain & musculoskeletal injury
Our Services

Forensic Medicine Services

Clinical forensic medicine requires objective evaluation and rigorous documentation. TPL combines independent physician assessment with on-site advanced imaging and a multidisciplinary team — producing thorough, defensible evaluations of brain and musculoskeletal injuries.

Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) / CMEs

Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) / CMEs

Objective, third-party medical evaluations performed by board-certified physicians to assess injury, impairment, causation, or treatment needs. Our experts provide clear, evidence-based testimony to support litigation, arbitration, and depositions.

Medical Record Review

Medical Record Review

Comprehensive analysis of medical records to evaluate diagnosis, treatment history, causation, and future care needs. Our reviews identify inconsistencies, validate clinical findings, and clarify complex medical issues.

Life Care Plans (LCPs)

Life Care Plans (LCPs)

Detailed, evidence-based projections of the long-term medical, rehabilitation, and support needs of individuals with catastrophic or non-catastrophic injuries.

Services

When to come in

If any of these sound familiar, an evaluation is the right next step:

Independent medical evaluation (IME)Injury documentationDiagnostic imaging reviewBrain injury assessmentMusculoskeletal assessmentExpert clinical reporting
The Process

From first visit to a clear plan

A structured, same-campus pathway — evaluation, diagnostics and treatment coordinated by one team.

Referral & intake

Case details and records reviewed.

Evaluation

Comprehensive physician assessment.

Imaging

On-site advanced imaging as indicated.

Reporting

Clear, objective documentation delivered.

Our Team

Meet our experts

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Dr. Marissa McCarthy, MD

Dr. Marissa McCarthy, MD

Executive Director of Brain Health
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Dr. Marissa McCarthy, MD

Executive Director of Brain Health

Areas of Forensic Expertise

  • IMEs/CMEs for TBI, catastrophic injury, and neurological conditions
  • Expert witness testimony
  • Record review and medical causation analysis

Career Highlights

  • USF Residency Program Director
  • Associate Professor of Neurology
  • National and international lecturer (AAPM&R, ACRM, VA/DoD, SOCOM)
  • Extensive publications in TBI, sleep disorders, spasticity & neurorehabilitation
  • PI/Co-PI on major national TBI studies
  • Medical Director for multiple VA programs (TBI Polytrauma, Vocational Rehabilitation)
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Dr. Michael Lorenz, MD, MBA, CLCP

Dr. Michael Lorenz, MD, MBA, CLCP

Executive Medical Director, Certified Life Care Planner
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Dr. Michael Lorenz, MD, MBA, CLCP

Executive Medical Director, Certified Life Care Planner

Areas of Forensic Expertise

  • Life Care Plans (catastrophic & non-catastrophic)
  • Comprehensive medical record review
  • Expert witness testimony for Life Care Plans
  • IME/CME services for internal medicine and complex medical management claims

Career Highlights

  • Certified Life Care Planner with extensive trauma & hospital medicine background
  • Former Medical Director & Physician Advisor (AdventHealth; R1 PAS)
  • Leadership roles in finance committees, ACO advisory groups, and clinical performance boards
  • Expertise in long-term care forecasting, cost modeling, and objective medical reporting
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Dr. Gabriel Gonzales-Portillo, MD, FAANS, FACS, FCNS

Dr. Gabriel Gonzales-Portillo, MD, FAANS, FACS, FCNS

Neurosurgeon
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Dr. Gabriel Gonzales-Portillo, MD

Neurosurgeon · FAANS, FACS, FCNS

Areas of Forensic Expertise

  • Advanced spine surgery (degenerative, complex, and minimally invasive)
  • Robotic-assisted brain surgery
  • Cerebrovascular and skull base surgery
  • Neurotrauma and traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Surgical management of complex neurological conditions

Career Highlights

  • Board-Certified Neurosurgeon (FAANS, FACS, FCNS)
  • Fellowship-trained in cerebrovascular and skull base surgery (University of Miami)
  • Former Lead Neurotrauma Consultant, National Football League (2013–2023)
  • Staff Neurosurgeon, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
  • Serving the Tampa Bay community (BayCare Medical Group)
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Theodora Coffman, Ph.D

Theodora Coffman, Ph.D

Neuropsychologist
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Theodora Coffman, Ph.D

Neuropsychologist

Areas of Forensic Expertise

  • Neuropsychological evaluation of traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Cognitive and neurological dysfunction assessment
  • Dementia and neurodegenerative conditions
  • Intellectual capacity and neurodevelopmental evaluations
  • Record review and medical-legal consultation
  • Expert witness testimony (Federal and State Courts)

Career Highlights

  • Licensed Psychologist (Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina)
  • Extensive experience in forensic neuropsychology
  • Expert witness and consulting expert across Federal and State Courts in Florida
  • Integral member of The Performance Lab Brain Health Division
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