Dr. Basil Jamal Alwattar, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
3645 GRAND AVE STE 304, Oakland, CA 94610
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Counties Served
Alameda County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Basil Jamal Alwattar
Dr. Basil Alwattar is a dual board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist with over 20 years of experience, practicing in Oakland, CA. He serves as Vice Chairman of the Department of Orthopedics at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and specializes in arthroscopic and open treatment of hip, knee, and shoulder pathology. Dr. Alwattar trained at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases, and completed a sports medicine fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS History & Biology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
- MD, University of Illinois College of Medicine (2004)
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases
- Sports Medicine Fellowship, Lenox Hill Hospital, New York
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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 Alameda County
Dr. Basil Jamal Alwattar serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda 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. Basil Jamal Alwattar 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. Basil Jamal Alwattar's office located?
Dr. Basil Jamal Alwattar's office is located at 3645 GRAND AVE STE 304, Oakland, CA 94610. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Alameda County.
What are Dr. Basil Jamal Alwattar's board certifications?
Dr. Basil Jamal Alwattar holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS), Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Basil Jamal Alwattar's education and training background?
Dr. Basil Jamal Alwattar's training includes: BS History & Biology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor; MD, University of Illinois College of Medicine (2004); Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases; Sports Medicine Fellowship, Lenox Hill Hospital, New York. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Basil Jamal Alwattar have?
Dr. Basil Jamal Alwattar has approximately 18 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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