Dr. Sophie W Cole, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
1155 THIRD ST STE 130, Oakland, CA 94607
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Sophie W Cole
Dr. Sophie Cole is a board-certified internal medicine physician and Qualified Medical Evaluator with over 35 years of experience serving the San Francisco Bay Area, including Oakland and San Mateo. A graduate of Yale University School of Medicine, Dr. Cole conducts QME and AME evaluations for California workers' compensation cases through California Medical Evaluators. Her deep expertise in internal medicine and medical-legal evaluation makes her a trusted resource for complex occupational injury assessments across the East Bay and Peninsula regions.
Education & Board Certifications
- Yale University School of Medicine, MD, 1986
Languages Spoken
About Internal Medicine QME Evaluations
Internal Medicine QME evaluations cover a broad range of systemic conditions caused or aggravated by workplace exposures, including hypertension, diabetes complications, gastrointestinal disorders, and infectious diseases. The evaluating internist provides opinions on how occupational factors contributed to the condition.
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. Sophie W Cole serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, 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. Sophie W Cole evaluate as a QME?
A Internal 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. Sophie W Cole's office located?
Dr. Sophie W Cole's office is located at 1155 THIRD ST STE 130, Oakland, CA 94607. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Sophie W Cole's board certifications?
Dr. Sophie W Cole holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Sophie W Cole's education and training background?
Dr. Sophie W Cole's training includes: Yale University School of Medicine, MD, 1986. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Sophie W Cole have?
Dr. Sophie W Cole has approximately 39 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified internal medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Sophie W Cole serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Sophie W Cole is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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