Team

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Richard D. Batson, ND, MS, MS

Cofounder, Executive Director, Clinician, Director of Forensics, Forensic Consultant & Expert Witness

Richard D. Batson is the executive director, co-founder, and director of forensics at Neurevolution Medicine, PLLC. He specializes in the evaluation and post-acute rehabilitation of traumatic brain injury (TBI), with a particular focus on TBI-related neuroendocrine dysfunction. He is recognized for integrating neuroendocrinology, neuroimaging, and forensic medicine in the assessment of complex brain injury cases.

Dr. Batson serves as a research investigator and director of neurotrauma education for the NIH-supported Neurotrauma Evidence Synthesis Training (NEST) program at the Helfgott Research Institute. He is a member of the Brain Injury Associated Fatigue and Altered Cognition (BIAFAC) research group at the University of Texas Medical Branch, where he collaborates on investigations into growth hormone dysregulation, altered cognition, and the microbiome (gut-brain axis) following TBI.

He is the president and co-founder of the Endocrine Brain Injury Research Alliance, SPC, a social purpose corporation advancing research and rehabilitation strategies for chronic TBI sequelae. His work through the Alliance has been presented at Endocrine Society Annual Meetings, including research on IGF-1 assay comparison, TBI-related growth hormone deficiency, and BMI-growth hormone interactions.

Dr. Batson is a peer reviewer for multiple high-impact journals including Endocrine Reviews, Pituitary, Growth Hormone & IGF-1 Research, Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, European Journal of Endocrinology, and Journal of the Endocrine Society. He has also served as an invited reviewer for the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease.

He is currently a PhD candidate in Forensic Medicine and Epidemiology at Maastricht University, where his research examines the intersection of TBI, endocrine disruption, and forensic analysis in personal injury litigation involving confirmed or alleged traumatic brain injury. His academic work builds on two prior Master of Science degrees, both conferred with distinction:

Clinical Endocrinology, University of South Wales (dissertation: post-traumatic neuroendocrine dysfunction)
Trauma Science (Military and Humanitarian), Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London (research: sNFL as a biomarker of axonal injury and its association with pituitary axis dysfunction and white matter microstructure)

Earlier in his training, Dr. Batson completed a four-year doctorate in naturopathic medicine including preclinical and clinical biomedical sciences, internship at the Robert Schad Clinic in Toronto, Ontario, additional supplemental training in complementary and integrative medicine, and age management medicine. During this period he received the 2012 Natural Standard Research Award, developed in collaboration with faculty at Harvard Medical School and affiliated with the NIH and National Library of Medicine, recognizing excellence in evidence-based research and healthcare communication.

Dr. Batson’s research contributions span:

Additionally, Dr. Batson is the president and co-founder of Brain Injury Research Solutions, LLC, a contract research organization that provides gold-standard evidence synthesis, including systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and scoping reviews, for use in medicolegal settings. The organization also specializes in the critical appraisal of independent medical evaluations and expert opinions, offering rigorous, evidence-based consultation to attorneys, and evaluators. Dr. Batson has been retained as a forensic consultant or expert witness in over 400 personal injury cases involving confirmed or alleged traumatic brain injury and is regularly sought after for his specialized knowledge in traumatic brain injury, neuroendocrine dysfunction, and related sequelae.

He is also the co-founder and co-host of the Brain Injury Forensics Podcast available at Apple Podcasts.

*Dr. Batson does not prescribe hormonal therapies for anti-aging , cosmetic purposes, or for athletic performance.

Cyrus Raji, MD, PhD | Neuroradiology

Scientific Advisor, Forensic Consultant & Expert Witness

Cyrus A. Raji, MD, PhD is a tenured associate professor of radiology and neurology as well as a principal investigator in the Neuroimaging Labs Research Center at Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR), the academic radiology department of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. In addition, he directs the Raji Brain Health Imaging Lab. Additionally, he serves as director of Neuromagnetic Resonance Imaging at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and as associate director of the diagnostic radiology residency research track.

Dr. Raji obtained his MD and PhD degrees from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine where he was part of pioneering work on the application of amyloid imaging in Alzheimer’s disease. He then did his internship at UPMC-Mercy Hospital before doing a four-year diagnostic radiology residency at UCLA Medical Center where his research won the Radiological Society of North America Roentgen Award for Outstanding Radiological Research. He then completed a two year Neuroradiology fellowship at UCSF that included an NIH funded research year on diffusion MRI in traumatic brain injury.

Dr. Raji is board-certified in diagnostic radiology and neuroradiology with research interests focusing on modifiable risk factors for dementia and the role of advanced neuroimaging in quantitatively tracking related brain changes and identifying traumatic brain injury. He has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles on advanced neuroimaging, including in traumatic brain injury and has been cited over 6,000 times. His NIH funded research has been featured multiple media outlets including CNN, Fox News, the New York Times and USA Today. Dr. Raji is also recognized as a 2024 Castle Connelly Top Doctor in Neuroradiology, MRI, and traumatic brain injury. Dr. Raji has played an instrumental role in ensuring that advanced imaging techniques are admissible in court and his work has been featured in the National Law Review, consistent with the AMA Code of Medical Ethics mandate that physicians with specialized knowledge have an obligation to assist in the administration of justice.

Natalia Murinova, MD, MHA | Board Certified in Neurology, Headache Medicine, and Addiction Medicine

Forensic Consultant & Expert Witness

Dr. Natalia Murinova, MD, MHA, is a distinguished neurologist and headache medicine specialist currently serving as Medical Director of the Headache Clinic at the University of Washington in Seattle. With a career spanning clinical care, academic leadership, and research, she is widely recognized for her expertise in migraine and complex pain disorders.

Originally from Bratislava, Slovakia, Dr. Murinova earned her Doctor of Medicine degree with magna cum laude honors from Comenius University. She completed her postgraduate medical training in the United States, including an internship and residency in internal medicine at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, followed by a neurology residency and specialized fellowship in headache medicine at the University of Washington. She further strengthened her leadership and administrative expertise by obtaining an Executive Master of Health Administration from the University of Washington.

Dr. Murinova has held numerous leadership roles at the University of Washington Medical Center, where she has been a staff physician since 2007. She currently directs the UCNS-accredited Headache Fellowship program and previously served as Chief of the Neurology Pain Fellowship. Her clinical work focuses on treating patients with chronic migraine, headache disorders, and comorbid pain and addiction conditions, integrating multidisciplinary and patient-centered approaches.

Board-certified in neurology, headache medicine, and addiction medicine, Dr. Murinova is licensed to practice in multiple U.S. states. She is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Neurology and the American Headache Society. Her dedication to education has earned her multiple honors, including Teacher of the Year awards and recognition for leadership and teamwork.

A prolific researcher and author, Dr. Murinova has contributed extensively to the scientific literature, with publications spanning migraine pathophysiology, chronic pain management, and the intersection of pain and substance use disorders. She has also authored book chapters and participated in numerous clinical trials and interdisciplinary research initiatives.

Beyond her professional work, Dr. Murinova is actively engaged in community and educational outreach, including organizing the Pacific Northwest Brain Bee to inspire future neuroscientists. Her career reflects a commitment to advancing headache medicine, improving patient outcomes, and mentoring the next generation of clinicians.

Daniel Krashin, MD, FIPP | Board Certified in Psychiatry, Pain Medicine, Headache Medicine, and Addiction Medicine

Forensic Consultant & Expert Witness

Dr. Daniel Krashin is a board-certified physician specializing in psychiatry, pain medicine, headache medicine, and addiction medicine, with over 25 years of clinical and academic experience. He holds board certifications from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in both Psychiatry and Pain Medicine, the United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties in Headache Medicine, and the American Board of Preventive Medicine in Addiction Medicine. He is also a Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice through the World Institute of Pain and is certified in buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder.

Dr. Krashin earned his MD from the University of Michigan through the Inteflex combined BS-MD program. He completed his psychiatry residency at Tripler Army Medical Center and a pain medicine fellowship at the University of Washington Department of Anesthesia & Pain Medicine.

His clinical career spans military, VA, academic, and private practice settings. He served as Chief of the Pain Clinic at Harborview Medical Center (2012–2019), where he managed complex patients with traumatic injuries, opioid use disorder, and psychiatric comorbidities. He later worked at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System as a Pain and Psychiatry Attending and Chief of the Opioid Safety Program (2019–2023). He currently serves as Manager of the Telepain Medical Section for Boise VA VISN 20 and is the founder of Sound Psychiatry and Neurology in Seattle.

A former officer in the United States Army Medical Corps, Dr. Krashin served as Chief of the Department of Behavioral Health at Irwin Army Community Hospital, overseeing multidisciplinary behavioral health and substance use programs.

Dr. Krashin is also highly experienced in medicolegal work as co-founder of Clearview Neuroscience, providing independent medical examinations, causation analysis, and expert testimony in cases involving traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic headache, chronic pain, and PTSD.

Academically, Dr. Krashin has held a faculty appointment at the University of Washington Department of Psychiatry since 2006. He has authored or co-authored over 80 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters, with more than 600 citations and an h-index of 14. His research focuses on opioid risk, chronic pain and addiction comorbidity, headache epidemiology, neuromodulation, and behavioral interventions. He is an active member of the American Academy of Neurology, American Headache Society, American Society for Addiction Medicine, and the American Medical Association.

Gerard Gianoli, MD, FACS | Neuro-otology

Consultant, Scientific Advisor

Gerard J. Gianoli, MD, FACS specializes in Neuro-otology and Skull Base Surgery. He graduated from Tulane University School of Engineering in 1982 and Tulane University School of Medicine in 1986. He did internships in Pediatrics and General Surgery before completing a residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Tulane University in 1992. After two years as an assistant professor at Tulane Medical School, he completed a fellowship in Neuro-otology and Skull Base Surgery at the Michigan Ear Institute in 1995. He then became a full-time associate professor at Tulane Medical School until he went into private practice in 2000.

He is currently in private practice at The Ear and Balance Institute, located in Covington, Louisiana and is also a Clinical Associate Professor in the Departments of Otolaryngology and Pediatrics at Tulane University School of Medicine. He pioneered treatments for Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence and other vestibular disorders. His private practice has a worldwide reach, with patient referrals coming from all over the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia and elsewhere. Dr. Gianoli was a major focus of the book “A Hole in My Life” (2016) by Philippa Thomson. He is editor of the textbook “Third Mobile Window Syndrome of the Inner Ear: Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence and Associated Disorders” (2022).

Dr. Gianoli practices all aspects of neuro-otology but has a special interest in vestibular (balance) disorders. He has researched, lectured, and published extensively on the topic of vestibular disorders, including evaluation of dizziness in the litigating patient and identification of malingering. He has published over 80 articles in peer-reviewed journals, has presented his research at more than 160 scientific meetings, and has been on multiple editorial review boards. He was the primary investigator for a NASA study that led to non-invasive intracranial pressure assessment to be used in the International Space Station.

Rod J. Oskouian, MD, FAAN | Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery

Consultant, Scientific Advisor

Dr. Rod J. Oskouian, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon and nationally recognized leader in spine surgery, with a distinguished career spanning clinical care, research, education, and health system innovation. He currently serves as Chief of Spine at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute and Medical Director of the Swedish Spine Program, where he has played a central role in developing one of the most comprehensive and high-performing spine programs in the United States.

Dr. Oskouian earned his Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from the University of Washington and his Doctor of Medicine from the UCLA School of Medicine. He completed his neurosurgical residency at the University of Virginia, including advanced fellowship training in Auckland, New Zealand, and served as Chief Resident in neurosurgery. He achieved board certification through the American Board of Neurological Surgery in 2012.

In addition to his clinical leadership, Dr. Oskouian is President and CEO of the Seattle Science Foundation, where he has transformed the organization into a globally recognized hub for medical education, research, and innovation. Under his leadership, the foundation now produces hundreds of peer-reviewed publications annually, supports multiple academic journals, and delivers educational programming to a worldwide audience of healthcare professionals.

Dr. Oskouian has made substantial contributions to spine surgery through both clinical innovation and systems-based improvements. He has led initiatives that reduced healthcare costs by millions of dollars annually while enhancing quality and standardization of spine care. He has also developed fellowship training programs that have educated dozens of spine surgeons from across the United States and internationally, reinforcing his role as a key educator in the field.

An accomplished academic neurosurgeon, Dr. Oskouian has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications spanning spinal biomechanics, minimally invasive surgery, spinal deformity, and neurotrauma. His research interests include regenerative therapies, spinal cord injury, and advanced surgical technologies. He is an active member of leading professional organizations including the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons.

In addition to his clinical and academic work, Dr. Oskouian maintains an active role in forensic medicine. He serves as a consultant and scientific advisor to Neurevolution Medicine, PLLC, contributing expertise in complex case analysis, medical literature appraisal, and causation methodology. Separately, he performs independent medical examinations, forensic evaluations, and expert testimony through his own retained engagements with law firms. His medico-legal work spans high-impact cases involving spinal injury, traumatic brain injury, and related neurological conditions, with a focus on rigorous, evidence-based analysis of injury mechanism, causation, impairment, and damages.

Widely recognized for excellence in clinical care, Dr. Oskouian has been named a “Top Doctor” by Seattle Met Magazine multiple times. His career reflects a unique integration of surgical expertise, academic productivity, forensic insight, and visionary leadership in advancing spine care and neuroscience education.

Michael Stanfill, PhD, ABPP | Board Certified in Forensic Psychology

Consultant, Scientific Advisor

Michael Stanfill, PhD, ABPP is a distinguished psychologist in

Washington and California, with licensure privileges in 42 additional

states. He specializes in application of complex psychopathology to

various legal settings and is well recognized for his clinical, forensic, and

academic work.

Dr. Stanfill received his doctorate in clinical psychology from the

California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International

University and completed his APA accredited pre-doctoral training at

Western State Hospital. He then went on to complete a post-doctoral

fellowship in evidence-based treatment and assessment of post-

traumatic stress disorder. He is board certified as a forensic psychologist by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP)and American Board of Forensic Psychology (ABFP). He is one of only approximately 300 psychologists nationally to go through this rigorous process and only one of approximately eight psychologists in Washington to be a board-certified forensic psychologist.

Dr. Stanfill's expertise includes the psychological assessment and

treatment of major mental illness in forensic and clinical settings with

children, adolescents, and adults. He utilizes evidence-based and

scientifically-informed techniques in his treatment and evaluation

work. His areas of forensic evaluation expertise include both civil and

criminal matters in a variety of contexts. He also regularly performs

executive, pre-employment, and fitness for duty evaluations for those in

high-impact contexts.

Dr. Stanfill is the former Psychiatric Services Director for a large county

jail system and consults to outside agencies on the use of psychological

assessment, policy and programming issues related psycho-legal

concerns in correctional settings. He has worked in a variety of other

clinical settings including outpatient facilities, inpatient hospitals,

corrections, and private practice. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Washington and previously also taught personality assessment at the California School of Professional Psychology. He is also a clinical practicum supervisor for the Seattle Pacific University psychology PhD program and regularly trains postdoctoral fellows in forensic psychology application. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Forensic Psychology, a diplomat for the American Board of Professional Psychology, and a member of the American Psychology-Law Society.

He has published, and speaks nationally, on developmental trajectories, the validity of psychological assessment with multiple populations, predicting risk, and contextual mental health policy.

You can learn more about Dr. Stanfill's forensic practice here.

Joshua Z. Goldenberg, ND, Dipl.FMS | Forensic Medical Sciences & Forensic Epidemiology

Director of Research, Forensic Consultant

Dr. Joshua Goldenberg is the Associate Director of the Helfgott Research Institute and an internationally recognized expert in evidence-based medicine. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology with honors and distinction from the University of Pennsylvania.

Dr. Goldenberg is an active researcher with numerous publications in leading scientific journals, including JAMA, Annals of Internal Medicine, and The Cochrane Library. His work on evidence-based medicine, research methodology, and probiotics has been presented nationally and internationally, and featured in major media outlets such as the BBC, The New York Times, The Seattle Times, Prevention Magazine, and Fox News.

He is a Diplomate in Forensic Medical Sciences and is currently pursuing a PhD in Forensic Epidemiology at Maastricht University under the mentorship of Dr. Michael Freeman, the founder of the field. He also formerly served as a Visiting Research Scholar at the University of Technology Sydney.

In addition, Dr. Goldenberg is a core faculty member for the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine’s Inter-professional Fellowship, where he teaches critical appraisal and evidence-informed clinical decision-making.

Karen M. Parker, ND, MSCP, ABAAHP, FAARFM | Integrative Medicine, Perimenopausal/Menopausal Medicine

Co-founder, Clinician

Dr. Karen Parker is the co-founder of Neurevolution Medicine, PLLC. Dr. Parker's practice focuses on hormonal influences on female stress resilience, mood, cognition and interpersonal relationships. She provides individualized treatments related to hormonal health, peri- and post-menopausal and age-related cognitive changes, as well as endocrine, cardio-metabolic health and weight loss. She is also a nationally certified menopause provider by The Menopause Society.

Dr. Parker works in a collaborative care model which includes the disciplines of cardiology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, gynecology neuropsychology, psychiatry and sleep medicine.

For details about Dr. Parker’s integrative healthcare practice for Women please visit drkarenparker.com