- COMING This october: Volume 1 of Dr. Arthur Lyons, Medical examiner -

William R. Anderson MD
William R. Anderson MD
  • Home
  • About W.R. Anderson
  • Dr. Arthur Lyons
  • Murdered in a Hoodie
  • Contact Us
—X—

Dr. William R. Anderson

As a forensic pathologist with over three decades of experience, I have transitioned into the role of a true-crime author, weaving my insights as a medical examiner into compelling narratives.

Latest Book: Dr. Arthur Lyons

Who is William R. Anderson?

Say hello to Dr. William R. Anderson, a seasoned forensic pathologist with over 30 years of experience. He has practiced both in private practice and served as an associate and deputy chief medical examiner across several jurisdictions in California, Georgia, and Florida.


Dr. Anderson possesses extensive expertise in the evaluation, analysis, and prosecution/defense of criminal cases as a medical examiner within the criminal and civil justice systems. He has also studied a wide range of natural disease outcomes, contributing to his assessments of cause and manner of death in cases under the medical examiner's jurisdiction.


Throughout his career, Dr. Anderson has been actively involved in service pathology and educational initiatives, including directing a post-graduate training program for aspiring forensic pathologists. He has conducted numerous workshops, conferences, and lectures aimed at the medical and legal communities.


In addition to his hands-on experience, Dr. Anderson has had significant interactions with physicians in clinical and trauma medicine. He authored a textbook that bridges forensic and clinical practice titled 'Forensic Science in Clinical Medicine,' published by Lippincott-Raven in the early 2000s.


The diverse experiences and knowledge he has gained from his multi-faceted medical practice inform his current work as a true-crime author, which creatively explores the dynamic interactions between the medical and legal communities—drawing inspiration from actual events and cases.

Featured In:

  • CBS: Kendrick Johnson Death: Trayvon Martin family lawyer takes on case of Ga. teen found dead in rolled-up wrestling mat - CBS News
  • Orlando Sentinel: https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2012/08/17/experts-trayvon-martins-heart-kept-pumping-after-shooting/
  • Texas Public Radio: Defense witness challenges medical examiner in San Antonio trial over death of 4-year-old boy
  • The Center for Justice & Accountability: CAMPS V. BRAVO EVIDENCE – CJA
  • Good Morning America: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/news/story/florida-woman-found-dead-authorities-ruled-suicide-family-65105939
  • NY Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/17/us/michelle-oconnell-jeremy-banks.html
  • NY Times (again): https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/02/us/florida-rusty-rodgers-jeremy-banks-lawsuit-dismissed.html
  • Georgia Public Broadcasting: Parents Want Feds To Investigate Son's Death | Georgia Public Broadcasting
  • ABC 7 Chicago: Kendrick Johnson missing organs, newspaper found instead on 2nd autopsy after wrestling mat death in Georgia | ABC7 Chicago | abc7chicago.com
  • ABC 11 Raleigh: Kendrick Johnson missing organs, newspaper found instead on 2nd autopsy after wrestling mat death in Georgia | ABC11 Raleigh-Durham
  • EMS 1: Report: Dead teen in wrestling mat hit on neck
  • Crimeonline: ‘Body Parts Are Missing’: Newly-Released Footage of Kendrick Johnson’s Last Moments, the Latest in Troubling Death Investigation – Crime Online
  • Yahoo News: Yahoo News 


  • CounterClock Podcast—Season 4: Episode 2: Slug - Counterclock Podcast
  • Ashes to Ash: Ashes to Ash TV podcast - Listen or read transcript on Metacast


  • Law & Crime: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0TbCXZmvm4
  • ABC 20/20: https://abcnews.go.com/2020/video/family-michelle-oconnell-forensic-expert-made-surprising-discovery-55563398
  • Court TV: 14-FL v. Jeffrey: Dr. William Anderson | Court TV Video


  • Forensic Science & Legal Medicine
  • Trauma
  • Annals of Neurology
  • Journal of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
  • The Verdict
  • The Georgia Defender


  • International Academy of Pathology
  • The American Academy of Forensic Sciences
  • The Atlanta Pathology Society
  • The US & Canadian Academy of Pathology
  • The International Association of Forensic Sciences
  • The National Association of Medical Examiners
  • The World Congress of Medical Law.


  • Home
  • About W.R. Anderson
  • Dr. Arthur Lyons
  • Contact Us

William R. Anderson MD

Copyright © 2025 W.R. Anderson - All Rights Reserved.

Dr. Arthur Lyons Medical Examiner Volume 1

Releases October 7th, 2025, at most major book retailers!

Learn more