Dr. Robert C Ahearn, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
18800 DELAWARE ST STE 1100, Huntington Beach, CA 92648-6021
Phone
Counties Served
Orange County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Robert C Ahearn
Dr. Robert C. Ahearn is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon practicing in Huntington Beach, California, with over 42 years of clinical experience. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), a Qualified Medical Examiner (QME), and a member of the North American Spine Society. He is affiliated with MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center and Fountain Valley Regional Hospital.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine
- Internship (Transitional Year), University of California, Irvine (1983-1984)
- Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Irvine (1984-1989)
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 Orange County
Dr. Robert C Ahearn serves workers' compensation cases in 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. Robert C Ahearn 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. Robert C Ahearn's office located?
Dr. Robert C Ahearn's office is located at 18800 DELAWARE ST STE 1100, Huntington Beach, CA 92648-6021. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Orange County.
What are Dr. Robert C Ahearn's board certifications?
Dr. Robert C Ahearn holds the following board certifications: Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS), Qualified Medical Examiner (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Robert C Ahearn's education and training background?
Dr. Robert C Ahearn's training includes: MD, University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine; Internship (Transitional Year), University of California, Irvine (1983-1984); Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Irvine (1984-1989). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Robert C Ahearn have?
Dr. Robert C Ahearn has approximately 42 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.
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