About Dr. Hunsaker

Dr. John C. Hunsaker III, JD, MD, brings more than 32 years of service in Kentucky’s medical examiner system to his forensic pathology and toxicology consulting work. Based in Lexington, Kentucky, he provides consultation for civil and criminal matters, including case review, research, report preparation, and expert testimony.

Dr. Hunsaker is Professor Emeritus in the University of Kentucky Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and retired Associate Chief Medical Examiner with the Kentucky Justice Cabinet.

He earned his undergraduate degree from Yale University and his medical and law degrees from the University of Kentucky. He completed a pathology residency at the University of Kentucky and a forensic pathology fellowship at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Washington, D.C.

Dr. Hunsaker received American Board of Pathology certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology in 1981 and Forensic Pathology in 1982. He served as President of the National Association of Medical Examiners in 2006.

His consulting work includes reviewing case materials and pathology slides, evaluating relevant scientific literature, and discussing forensic pathology and toxicology issues with attorneys and other professionals. Expert testimony is provided remotely through Zoom or an equivalent platform.

To discuss a case, inquire about consultation services, or request a curriculum vitae or biographical statement, please contact Dr. Hunsaker.