Dr. Garwin Chin, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
2120 WEST EIGHTH STE STE 102, Los Angeles, CA 90057
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Garwin Chin
Dr. Garwin Chin is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, practicing in Orange and Loma Linda, CA. He graduated from the University of California Irvine College of Medicine in 2018 and completed orthopaedic surgery residency at UCI, with multiple peer-reviewed publications in orthopedic journals.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of California Irvine College of Medicine (2018)
- Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, UC Irvine
- Fellowship in Sports Medicine, University of Colorado
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 Served Counties
Dr. Garwin Chin serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside 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. Garwin Chin 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. Garwin Chin's office located?
Dr. Garwin Chin's office is located at 2120 WEST EIGHTH STE STE 102, Los Angeles, CA 90057. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Garwin Chin's board certifications?
Dr. Garwin Chin holds the following board certifications: Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Garwin Chin's education and training background?
Dr. Garwin Chin's training includes: MD, University of California Irvine College of Medicine (2018); Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, UC Irvine; Fellowship in Sports Medicine, University of Colorado. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Garwin Chin have?
Dr. Garwin Chin has approximately 6 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.
What languages does Dr. Garwin Chin speak?
Dr. Garwin Chin speaks English and Mandarin and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Garwin Chin serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Garwin Chin is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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