Dr. Douglas J Abeles, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
1503 MACDONALD AVE STE A, Richmond, CA 94801
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Counties Served
Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Merced County, Monterey County, Santa Cruz County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Douglas J Abeles
Dr. Douglas J. Abeles is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Castro Valley, California. He specializes in sports medicine, spine surgery, and minimally invasive orthopedic surgical techniques with expertise in shoulder, knee, spine, hip, and ankle procedures, having performed over 4,000 procedures with excellent outcomes.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences (1987)
Hospital & Practice Affiliations
- Douglas J. Abeles MD & Associates
- Brown & Toland Physicians
- First Medical Experts (Medical-Legal)
Areas of Specialization
Languages Spoken
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. Douglas J Abeles serves workers' compensation cases in Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Merced County, Monterey County, Santa Cruz 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. Douglas J Abeles evaluate as a QME?
As a Orthopaedic Surgery QME, Dr. Douglas J Abeles evaluates workers' compensation cases involving sports medicine, spine surgery, minimally invasive surgery, shoulder & elbow sports medicine, and related conditions. 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. Douglas J Abeles's office located?
Dr. Douglas J Abeles's office is located at 1503 MACDONALD AVE STE A, Richmond, CA 94801. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 9 California counties including Contra Costa County.
What are Dr. Douglas J Abeles's board certifications?
Dr. Douglas J Abeles holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Member, American Medical Association, Member, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Douglas J Abeles's education and training background?
Dr. Douglas J Abeles's training includes: MD, George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences (1987). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Douglas J Abeles have?
Dr. Douglas J Abeles has approximately 38 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. Douglas J Abeles serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Douglas J Abeles is available for QME evaluations in Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Merced County, Monterey County, Santa Cruz County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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