Dr. Noel Ales, DO
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
7015 N CHESTNUT AVE STE 103, Fresno, CA 93720
Phone
Counties Served
Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Kings County, San Luis Obispo County, Monterey County, Ventura County, San Benito County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. Noel Ales
Dr. Noel C. Ales (née Brunet), DO, is an allergist/immunologist licensed in California, Texas, and Colorado. She specializes in allergy and immunology with over 20 years of clinical experience. She has published research on vaccines and pulmonary toxicity. Listed on the California QME panel for Internal Medicine in Fresno.
Education & Board Certifications
- DO, Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine (1998)
- Internal Medicine Residency (1998-2001)
- Fellowship in Allergy and Immunology, National Capital Consortium (2001-2003)
Languages Spoken
About Internal Medicine QME Evaluations
Internal Medicine QME evaluations cover a broad range of systemic conditions caused or aggravated by workplace exposures, including hypertension, diabetes complications, gastrointestinal disorders, and infectious diseases. The evaluating internist provides opinions on how occupational factors contributed to the condition.
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. Noel Ales serves workers' compensation cases in Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Kings County, San Luis Obispo County, Monterey County, Ventura County, San Benito 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. Noel Ales evaluate as a QME?
A Internal Medicine 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. Noel Ales's office located?
Dr. Noel Ales's office is located at 7015 N CHESTNUT AVE STE 103, Fresno, CA 93720. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 8 California counties including Fresno County.
What are Dr. Noel Ales's board certifications?
Dr. Noel Ales holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Allergy & Immunology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Noel Ales's education and training background?
Dr. Noel Ales's training includes: DO, Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine (1998); Internal Medicine Residency (1998-2001); Fellowship in Allergy and Immunology, National Capital Consortium (2001-2003). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Noel Ales have?
Dr. Noel Ales has approximately 27 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified internal medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Noel Ales serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Noel Ales is available for QME evaluations in Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Kings County, San Luis Obispo County, Monterey County, Ventura County, San Benito County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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