About
Dr. Ralph Martello is a board-certified pediatrician with over a decade of clinical experience in pediatric hospital medicine. He is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of South Florida and a practicing Clinical Instructor at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida. His expertise includes inpatient pediatric care, newborn medicine, special care nurseries, and supervising medical trainees.
Dr. Martello has served in various academic and clinical roles, including Clinical Assistant Professor at multiple universities, and as Associate Program Director for the Kansas University Pediatric Residency Program. His teaching philosophy incorporates case-based learning, evidence-based medicine, and fostering strong team dynamics.
Dr. Martello’s medico-legal expertise includes standards of care, pediatric diagnostic errors, medical negligence, and wrongful death cases. He has served as an expert witness in pediatric medical malpractice cases, providing clear and objective analyses for attorneys and courts. He is well-versed in delivering concise, evidence-based testimony and expert reports.