Dr. Abimbola A Afolabi, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
7600 S VERMONT AVE STE 2, Los Angeles, CA 90044
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Abimbola A Afolabi
Dr. Abimbola A. Afolabi is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery and general orthopaedic trauma. She holds specialized training in complex spine deformities from the Foundation of Orthopaedics & Complex Spine (FOCOS) in Ghana and serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Afolabi is listed as an orthopedic medical evaluator with OrthoLegal in California.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS Biology (Magna Cum Laude), University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- MD, UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School (now Rutgers), top quintile
- Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Maryland/Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Baltimore
- Fellowship in Spine and Scoliosis, Hospital for Special Surgery/Weill Cornell Medical College/New York-Presbyterian Hospital
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. Abimbola A Afolabi serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange 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. Abimbola A Afolabi evaluate as a QME?
A Orthopaedic Surgery QME evaluation involves a comprehensive review of medical records, a clinical examination, and a written report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment. The evaluating physician follows the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), as required by California workers' compensation law.
Where is Dr. Abimbola A Afolabi's office located?
Dr. Abimbola A Afolabi's office is located at 7600 S VERMONT AVE STE 2, Los Angeles, CA 90044. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Abimbola A Afolabi's board certifications?
Dr. Abimbola A Afolabi holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Abimbola A Afolabi's education and training background?
Dr. Abimbola A Afolabi's training includes: BS Biology (Magna Cum Laude), University of North Carolina at Greensboro; MD, UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School (now Rutgers), top quintile; Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Maryland/Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Baltimore; Fellowship in Spine and Scoliosis, Hospital for Special Surgery/Weill Cornell Medical College/New York-Presbyterian Hospital. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Abimbola A Afolabi have?
Dr. Abimbola A Afolabi has approximately 16 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. Abimbola A Afolabi serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Abimbola A Afolabi is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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