A/Prof William Cumming AM

A/Prof William Cumming AM is an orthopaedic surgery expert specializing in complex surgical procedures and medical education. With a distinguished career in orthopaedic practice and leadership within medical associations, he brings a strategic perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating surgical outcomes, assessing adherence to medical standards, and evaluating whether deviations in surgical training programs occurred.

Mr. Cumming has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Australia, involving cases related to orthopaedic surgery and medical education. His MBBS degree, along with his FRACS (Ortho) certification, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving orthopaedic procedures.