Dr. Shelley M Cowan, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
101 S SAN MATEO DR STE 112, San Mateo, CA 94401
Phone
Counties Served
San Mateo County, Santa Clara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Shelley M Cowan
Dr. Shelley M. Cowan is a physiatrist in Los Gatos, California, specializing in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation with additional fellowship training in Sports Medicine. She completed her residency at Stanford and a sports medicine fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - Indiana University School of Medicine
- Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Stanford Health Care / Stanford University (2007-2010)
- Fellowship in Sports Medicine - Cleveland Clinic Foundation (2010-2011)
About Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation QME Evaluations
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) QME evaluations assess functional recovery and residual disability from musculoskeletal and neurological workplace injuries. The physiatrist focuses on rehabilitation potential, functional capacity, and the need for ongoing physical therapy or assistive devices.
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. Shelley M Cowan serves workers' compensation cases in 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. Shelley M Cowan evaluate as a QME?
A Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 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. Shelley M Cowan's office located?
Dr. Shelley M Cowan's office is located at 101 S SAN MATEO DR STE 112, San Mateo, CA 94401. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including San Mateo County.
What are Dr. Shelley M Cowan's board certifications?
Dr. Shelley M Cowan holds the following board certifications: Board Certified - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Shelley M Cowan's education and training background?
Dr. Shelley M Cowan's training includes: MD - Indiana University School of Medicine; Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Stanford Health Care / Stanford University (2007-2010); Fellowship in Sports Medicine - Cleveland Clinic Foundation (2010-2011). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in physical medicine & rehabilitation workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Shelley M Cowan have?
Dr. Shelley M Cowan has approximately 16 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified physical medicine & rehabilitation physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Shelley M Cowan serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Shelley M Cowan is available for QME evaluations in San Mateo County, Santa Clara County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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