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Dr. Veerinder S Anand Sr, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Office Address

733 3RD AVE, Chula Vista, CA 91910-5803

Counties Served

San Diego County, Riverside County, Imperial County

Credential

MD — QME Certified

About Dr. Veerinder S Anand Sr

Dr. Veerinder S. Anand, MD, F.A.A.O.S. is an orthopedic and sports medicine specialist with over 45 years of experience practicing in the Imperial Valley and greater San Diego region of California. He earned his master of surgery from Bombay University and completed his surgical and orthopedic residencies at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and a Fellow of the American Board of Disability Evaluating Physicians. He is affiliated with El Centro Regional Medical Center and Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District.

Education & Board Certifications

  • M.B.B.S./M.S., Bombay University / Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences, 1977
  • Residency, General Surgery, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
  • Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
  • Research, Orthopedics, Downstate Medical Center, New York
Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (F.A.A.O.S.) Fellow, American Board of Disability Evaluating Physicians

Languages Spoken

English

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. Veerinder S Anand Sr serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Riverside County, Imperial 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. Veerinder S Anand Sr 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. Veerinder S Anand Sr's office located?

Dr. Veerinder S Anand Sr's office is located at 733 3RD AVE, Chula Vista, CA 91910-5803. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including San Diego County.

What are Dr. Veerinder S Anand Sr's board certifications?

Dr. Veerinder S Anand Sr holds the following board certifications: Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (F.A.A.O.S.), Fellow, American Board of Disability Evaluating Physicians. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.

What is Dr. Veerinder S Anand Sr's education and training background?

Dr. Veerinder S Anand Sr's training includes: M.B.B.S./M.S., Bombay University / Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences, 1977; Residency, General Surgery, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY; Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY; Research, Orthopedics, Downstate Medical Center, 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. Veerinder S Anand Sr have?

Dr. Veerinder S Anand Sr has approximately 45 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. Veerinder S Anand Sr serve for QME evaluations?

Dr. Veerinder S Anand Sr is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Riverside County, Imperial County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.

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