Dr. Gaurav Abbi, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
400 29TH ST STE 518, Oakland, CA 94609
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Counties Served
Alameda County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Gaurav Abbi
Dr. Gaurav Abbi is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon practicing in the San Francisco Bay Area. He grew up in the Bay Area, trained at UC Davis in orthopedic surgery, and completed a fellowship in spine surgery at NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases. He previously served as Chief of Spine Surgery at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and as an Associate Professor at Stanford.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of California San Diego School of Medicine (2006)
- Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, UC Davis Medical Center
- Fellowship in Spine Surgery, NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases
Hospital & Practice Affiliations
- Seton Medical Center (Chair, Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Burlingame Orthopedics
- San Mateo County Hospital
- Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (former Chief of Spine Surgery, 2012–2016)
- Stanford University (former Associate Professor)
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About Orthopaedic Surgery QME Evaluations
Orthopaedic Surgery QME evaluations address musculoskeletal injuries arising from workplace accidents, repetitive strain, and cumulative trauma. The evaluating orthopaedic surgeon assesses fractures, joint damage, spinal disorders, and soft-tissue injuries to determine causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment under the AMA Guides.
Under California workers' compensation law ( LC §139.2), QME physicians must meet qualification standards set by the Division of Workers' Compensation and must follow the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), for impairment ratings.
Common Conditions Evaluated
Workers' Compensation in Served Counties
Dr. Gaurav Abbi serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, California. Each county has its own WCAB district office that handles workers' compensation disputes and hearings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does Dr. Gaurav Abbi evaluate as a QME?
As a Orthopaedic Surgery QME, Dr. Gaurav Abbi evaluates workers' compensation cases involving orthopaedic spine surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery, orthopaedic trauma, total joint replacement. Each evaluation includes a comprehensive record review, clinical examination, and a detailed report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment under the AMA Guides 5th Edition (2001).
Where is Dr. Gaurav Abbi's office located?
Dr. Gaurav Abbi's office is located at 400 29TH ST STE 518, Oakland, CA 94609. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Gaurav Abbi's board certifications?
Dr. Gaurav Abbi holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Gaurav Abbi's education and training background?
Dr. Gaurav Abbi's training includes: MD, University of California San Diego School of Medicine (2006); Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, UC Davis Medical Center; Fellowship in Spine Surgery, NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Gaurav Abbi have?
Dr. Gaurav Abbi has approximately 19 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified orthopaedic surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Gaurav Abbi serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Gaurav Abbi is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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