Dr. Raja Dhalla, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
4343 MARKET ST, Riverside, CA 92501-3567
Phone
Counties Served
Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Raja Dhalla
Dr. Raja Dhalla is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine at Dhalla Orthopedic Center in Riverside and Pomona, California, with over 27 years of experience. He is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society and Phi Beta Kappa.
Education & Board Certifications
- Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine (1997)
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University/Barnes-Jewish Hospital/St. Louis Children's Hospital Consortium (1997-2002)
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 Riverside County
Dr. Raja Dhalla serves workers' compensation cases in 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. Raja Dhalla 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. Raja Dhalla's office located?
Dr. Raja Dhalla's office is located at 4343 MARKET ST, Riverside, CA 92501-3567. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Riverside County.
What are Dr. Raja Dhalla's board certifications?
Dr. Raja Dhalla holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Board Certified in Sports Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Raja Dhalla's education and training background?
Dr. Raja Dhalla's training includes: Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine (1997); Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University/Barnes-Jewish Hospital/St. Louis Children's Hospital Consortium (1997-2002). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Raja Dhalla have?
Dr. Raja Dhalla has approximately 27 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. Raja Dhalla speak?
Dr. Raja Dhalla speaks English and Hindi and Punjabi and Spanish and Urdu. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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