Dr. Mufaddal Q Dahodwala, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
733 3RD AVE, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Mufaddal Q Dahodwala
Dr. Mufaddal Q. Dahodwala is a board-certified internal medicine physician and Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP) serving the San Diego and Chula Vista region as a Qualified Medical Evaluator. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed his internal medicine residency at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. Dr. Dahodwala practices concierge and primary care medicine at UC San Diego Health and brings specialized expertise in QME evaluations for California workers' compensation cases throughout the South Bay.
Education & Board Certifications
- Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, MD
- UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, Internal Medicine Residency, 2016
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. Mufaddal Q Dahodwala serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego 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. Mufaddal Q Dahodwala 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. Mufaddal Q Dahodwala's office located?
Dr. Mufaddal Q Dahodwala's office is located at 733 3RD AVE, Chula Vista, CA 91910. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. Mufaddal Q Dahodwala's board certifications?
Dr. Mufaddal Q Dahodwala holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine, Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Mufaddal Q Dahodwala's education and training background?
Dr. Mufaddal Q Dahodwala's training includes: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, MD; UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, Internal Medicine Residency, 2016. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Mufaddal Q Dahodwala have?
Dr. Mufaddal Q Dahodwala has approximately 12 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. Mufaddal Q Dahodwala serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Mufaddal Q Dahodwala is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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