Type Of Business:
Consultancy
Expertise:
Dr. Austin's expertise includes neurosurgery and neurology.
Major Product/SVS:
Medical Consultation Services
Hobbies/Sports:
Writing, Reading, Traveling
Education Degrees:
MD, Indiana University (1958); Bachelor's Degree in Anatomy and Physiology, Indiana University (1955)
Affiliations Awards:
Member, Former Board Member, American Medical Association; Former Member, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, (1963-1999); Former Board Member, Southeastern Region, American Cancer Society (1996); Former Board Member, American Board of Forensic Examiners (1994); Former Committee Member, Michigan Spinal Cord/Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Committee (1990-1991); Former Member, Detroit Academy of Medicine, (1987); Former Charter Member, National Association Disability Evaluating Physicians (1983); Former President, Former President-Elect, Detroit Surgical Society; Former Secretary, Former Treasurer, Former Board Member, Detroit Medical Club; Former Board Member, Michigan Opera Company; Wayne County Medical Society; Michigan State Medical Society; Michigan Association of Neurosurgeons; Detroit Academy of Neurosurgery; Board Member, Southeast Michigan Salvation Army; Michigan Medical Association
Date of Distinction:
10/19/2011
Charity:
The Salvation Army; Southeast Michigan Community Charity Fund
Number Of Years In Profession:
48
Number Of Years In Current Position:
48
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his education and the support he receives from his family.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession through the inspiration he received from his father and grandfather, who were both doctors.
Extended Bio Profile:
Dr. Austin is a published author of several nonfiction and fiction books along with field-related articles.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Tending to Patients, Making Reviews for Workman's Compensation, Personal Injury and Malpractice, Dictating Reports, Reviewing Notes
Education Certifications:
Certified Disability Analyst, American Board of Disability Analysts (2000); Certification in Forensic Medicine, American Board of Forensic Medicine (1996); Certified Forensic Examiner, American Board of Forensic Examiners (1994); Certified Neurological Surgeon, American Board of Neurological Surgery (1965); Medical License, State of Michigan
Awards/Honors:
Small Business Convention Michigan Republican of the Year, Washington D.C. (2002); Major Benefactor Award, Detroit Institute of Arts (2001); Corps Vitae Award, American Heart Association (2001); Life Member, National Registry of Who’s Who (2001); Timothy Award, Metropolitan United Methodist Church (2000); Humanitarian Award, Wayne County Medical Society (2000); Institute for Relations Award, American Jewish Committee (1999); Humanitarian of the Year, American Lung Association (1999); Humanitarian of the Year, March of Dimes Foundation (1998); Excalibur Award, American Cancer Society (1996); William Booth Award, The Salvation Army (1993); Knight of Charity Award, the Pontifical Institute for Foreign Missions (1992)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Dr. Austin intends to remain active in his field during retirement.