Francisco J. Diaz, MD, FCAP, FASCP

Francisco J. Diaz, MD, FCAP, FASCP is a forensic pathology expert specializing in cause of death evaluations and medicolegal investigations. With extensive experience in forensic pathology, anatomic pathology, and medical examiner operations, he brings a comprehensive framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating cause and manner of death, assessing wound interpretation, and evaluating mechanisms of death.

Dr. Diaz has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases of overdose, elder abuse, and road traffic accidents. His MD in Medicine from Instituto Tecnologico de Santo Domingo, along with certifications in Anatomic Pathology and Forensic Pathology from the American Board of Pathology, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving toxicology, suicide, and homicide.