Dr. Eric R Carlblom, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
696 E SANTA CLARA ST STE 104, San Jose, CA 95112
Phone
Counties Served
Santa Clara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Eric R Carlblom
Dr. Eric R. Carlblom is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Soquel, CA, with over 42 years of experience. He is licensed in California, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, and specializes in orthopedic surgery with additional hand surgery fellowship training.
Education & Board Certifications
- M.D., Drexel University College of Medicine (1983)
- Residency in Orthopedic Surgery, Rutgers Health / Monmouth Medical Center (1983-1988)
- Fellowship in Hand Surgery, Valleywise Health (1988-1989)
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 Santa Clara County
Dr. Eric R Carlblom serves workers' compensation cases in Santa Clara 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. Eric R Carlblom 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. Eric R Carlblom's office located?
Dr. Eric R Carlblom's office is located at 696 E SANTA CLARA ST STE 104, San Jose, CA 95112. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Santa Clara County.
What are Dr. Eric R Carlblom's board certifications?
Dr. Eric R Carlblom holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Eric R Carlblom's education and training background?
Dr. Eric R Carlblom's training includes: M.D., Drexel University College of Medicine (1983); Residency in Orthopedic Surgery, Rutgers Health / Monmouth Medical Center (1983-1988); Fellowship in Hand Surgery, Valleywise Health (1988-1989). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Eric R Carlblom have?
Dr. Eric R Carlblom 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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