Anatomic and Forensic Pathologist
Dr. Sigmund Menchel performs private autopsies for families, attorneys, coroners and hospitals. Dr. Menchel also offers consultations and medical reviews regarding deaths and injuries. He can provide expert witness testimony for depositions and trials. Dr. Menchel is based in southern California.
Autopsy
Dr. Menchel has performed over 5000 autopsies during his 40-year career. The autopsies are often performed in funeral homes but can also be performed in hospital or coroner autopsy facilities.
A complete written autopsy report will be submitted upon completion of the case. The report will be based on gross autopsy findings as well as review of medical/hospital records as well as criminal and/or civil third part investigative reports. Microscopic tissue examination as well as toxicologic examination may also be performed.
Consultation
Dr. Menchel can provide second opinions regarding autopsy reports performed by other individuals or hospital or government entities.
Review of medical records (medical malpractice, nursing home deaths, elder abuse) and investigative reviews such as police custody deaths.
Other Services
Brain examinations/retievals for neuropathological examinations, including dementia and other brain diseases.
Lung examinations/retrievals for pulmonary asbestosis and mesothelioma.
Retrieval of postmortem blood and other biologic samples for toxicologic analysis.
Please browse our web site for further information about our range of services. If you have further questions, please contact us by email (click here) or call 425-765-9665.