Arthur Schwartz, M.D., J.D., MSc.   

Profile

     My education and experience allows me to function in an integrated, cross border capacity.  Law is using rationality and words; medicine should be about caring and doing; and my health economics degree helps me understand your loss.

Skills

     In depth knowledge of medicine after 25 years of private practice and departmental head of surgery.

     In depth knowledge of health law through private practice and as a consultant and educator. 

     In depth knowledge of health economics from a recent degree from the London School of Economics.

     Career History

    Health Care Law:  2002 - present. I have advised health professionals on Stark Laws, Medicare rules, and written contracts involving multiple aspects of medicine.  I have taught Health Law at the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins.  I have been a consultant to the Maryland State Legislature on Health Care, as well as to National political parties.  I have been voted one of 25 most influential people in Health Care in Maryland.

    Medicine:  1977 – 2005.  Practicing ENT surgeon and immunologist.  I have taught at Georgetown and George Washington University.  I was Department Chairman at a large community hospital for 10 years.  I have worked in Africa and the Caribbean. 

    Economics – I have advised health insurance companies and countries on health economic issues.

 Education: 

Graduated with honors at every level.

    London School of Economics: 2005-2006.  MSc / Health Economics. 

    University of Maryland Law School: 1998 -2002.  J.D. degree.

    Georgetown University School of Medicine 1969 -1973.  M.D. degree.     

    LaSalle University: 1965-1969. B.A. English / Philosophy.

Professional training

     Washington Hospital Center 1975 -1977 Otolaryngology and Immunology residency.

     George Washington University 1973-1974 General surgery residency.

Certifications: Bar admission in Maryland and Washington D.C.  Medical license in Md.

    Board certified in Otolaryngology and  Allergy.

Some Published works :  Twin Pillars – a self help book on medicine and law.

Medical Director Liability in Managed Care – American Trial Quarterly.

Awards: National Merit Scholar, Presidential Scholar,Center of Excellence Award.

Outside Activities: Marathon Runner, Rowing, Fly fishing

Goals:  I like to work with people to resolve their health care related problems.