Pediatric Nephrologist, Medical Educator & Medical Expert Witness

Objective, evidence-based review of complex pediatric, pediatric nephrology and healthcare administration matters—grounded in a career of public service spanning clinical care, medical education, leadership and military medicine.

Fredrick A. McCurdy, MD, PhD, MBA

CPE, FAAP, FACPE • Board-certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Nephrology • Retired USAF Colonel

Career of Public Service

Clinical medicine, medical education and healthcare leadership

Dual Board Certification

Pediatrics (1980) and Pediatric Nephrology (1982)

MD & PhD with Distinction

University of Nebraska Medical Center, 1976

25 Years of Military Service

Enlisted service through retirement as USAF Colonel

A career built on service, education and careful medical judgment.

Dr. Fredrick McCurdy is a board-certified pediatrician and pediatric nephrologist whose career is grounded in public service. His work spans patient care, medical education, managed Medicaid, healthcare administration, research and military medicine.

He has served as a medical director, academic pediatric leader and educator of physicians, and retired from the United States Air Force as a Colonel. For legal professionals, he provides a straightforward assessment of the medical facts, accepted standards and clinical context—not support for a predetermined conclusion.

“Gather the facts, understand the nuance and communicate the medical opinion clearly.”

1 Pediatric Nephrology & Education

Specialized kidney expert witness review of kidney disease and renal conditions in pediatric patients.

2 Medico-Legal Analysis & Healthcare Leadership

Independent review from a healthcare expert witness, informed by clinical care, medical administration and leadership.

3 Advocacy for Children with Complex Medical Needs

Founding-board service with the Children’s Association for Maximum Potential and longstanding advocacy for children with disabilities.

Expertise where it matters most.

Three practice areas define the focus of Dr. McCurdy’s medico legal work, making it easier to identify the expertise relevant to your case.

Pediatrics

General pediatric medicine and review of complex medical issues involving infants, children and adolescents.

Pediatric Nephrology

Specialized review of kidney disease and renal conditions in pediatric patients.

Medical Administration

Physician executive expert witness analysis of medical management, healthcare systems and leadership.

Independent opinions. Careful analysis.

Medicine is rarely a simple yes-or-no proposition. As a pediatric medical malpractice expert witness, he identifies the relevant facts, explains the shades of grey and provides an independent opinion—whether or not it supports the position initially presented.

Built around the needs of every case.

Whether reviewing records, preparing reports, or providing testimony, each engagement is tailored to the questions that matter most.

01 Attorney Consultation

Discuss the medical issues, case questions and appropriate scope of review.

02 Expert Medical Review

Independent analysis of medical records, chronology, care and clinical context.

03 Reports & Affidavits

Clear written opinions supported by the record and relevant medical literature.

04 Deposition Support

Preparation for and participation in deposition testimony when appropriate.

05 Trial Support

Preparation for and participation in trial testimony when retained.

Medical literature review is incorporated into the expert analysis and written report—not presented as a separate service.

Experience earned over a lifetime.

A career spanning clinical medicine, leadership, education, and military service provides the foundation for every expert opinion

MD with Distinction

University of Nebraska Medical Center, 1976

PhD with Distinction

Interdisciplinary Medical Science, 1976

MBA

University of Nebraska at Omaha, 2001

Board-Certified Pediatrics

American Board of Pediatrics, 1980

Board-Certified Pediatric Nephrology

American Board of Pediatrics, 1982

Certified Physician Executive

Certifying Commission on Medical Management, 2003

Alpha Omega Alpha

Medical honor society

Sigma Xi

Scientific research honor society

FAAP & FACPE

Professional fellowships

Retired USAF Colonel

25 years of active military service

Medical Expert Witness CV

Review Dr. McCurdy’s client-approved medico-legal CV, including appointments, education, military service, certifications, professional service and selected publications.

Updated April 1, 2026 • A more detailed academic CV is available upon request.

A career of scholarship and contribution.

Unique Consequences of Kidney Infections in Infants and Children: Pathogenesis, Early Recognition, and Prevention of Scarring

Reflux Nephropathy Expert Witness — clinical publication addressing renal injury associated with childhood kidney infections.

Private Duty Nursing: How Much Is Enough?

Published analysis concerning private duty nursing for children with complex medical needs.

Children’s Association for Maximum Potential

Dr. McCurdy has served CAMP since 1980 as a founding board member and in medical and governance roles, supporting children with disabilities and special healthcare needs.

Simple, confidential and clearly explained.

01

Submit Case Details

Provide initial information through the secure inquiry process.

02

Conflict Check

Confirm availability and identify any potential conflict.

03

Scope & Retention

Define the questions, records, timeline and engagement terms.

04

Expert Review

Comprehensive medical record review and analysis

05

Report & Testimony

Detailed expert report and testimony support

Request a confidential case review.

Discuss your case directly with Dr. Fredrick McCurdy and receive objective, evidence-based medical insight.

Fredrick A. McCurdy

30+ Years

Trusted

200+