Dr. Christopher Brophy, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
11 TENNESSEE ST, Vallejo, CA 94590
Phone
Counties Served
Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Christopher Brophy
Dr. Christopher Brophy, MD is a double board-certified Pain Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist practicing in Roseville, CA. He completed his medical training at USC Keck School of Medicine, his PM&R residency at UCLA/VA, and his pain medicine fellowship at UC Davis. He offers advanced interventional treatments including image-guided injections, neuromodulation, and regenerative therapies.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California (2017)
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency, UCLA / VA (2018-2021)
- Pain Medicine Fellowship, UC Davis (2021-2022)
About Pain Medicine QME Evaluations
Pain Medicine QME evaluations focus on chronic pain conditions resulting from workplace injuries, including complex regional pain syndrome, failed back surgery syndrome, and neuropathic pain. The evaluating pain specialist determines whether ongoing pain is causally related to the industrial injury and assesses functional limitations.
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. Christopher Brophy serves workers' compensation cases in Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer 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. Christopher Brophy evaluate as a QME?
A Pain 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. Christopher Brophy's office located?
Dr. Christopher Brophy's office is located at 11 TENNESSEE ST, Vallejo, CA 94590. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Solano County.
What are Dr. Christopher Brophy's board certifications?
Dr. Christopher Brophy holds the following board certifications: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Christopher Brophy's education and training background?
Dr. Christopher Brophy's training includes: MD, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California (2017); Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency, UCLA / VA (2018-2021); Pain Medicine Fellowship, UC Davis (2021-2022). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Christopher Brophy have?
Dr. Christopher Brophy has approximately 9 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified pain medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Christopher Brophy serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Christopher Brophy is available for QME evaluations in Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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