Dr. Romika Dhar, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
1220 HEMLOCK WAY STE 206, Santa Ana, CA 92707
Phone
Counties Served
Orange County, Riverside County, Santa Clara County, Tulare County, Placer County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Romika Dhar
Dr. Romika Dhar is a double board-certified General Adult and Geriatric psychiatrist. She previously served as Clinical Faculty in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at Stanford University. Her practice focuses on both adult and geriatric populations, emphasizing a holistic approach to mental health and understanding the unique challenges faced by older adults, including the interplay between physical health and mental well-being.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Government Medical College Chandigarh (2006)
- General Adult Psychiatry Residency, UAMS, Little Rock, AR
- Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
About Psychiatry QME Evaluations
Psychiatry QME evaluations address psychological and psychiatric injuries arising from workplace events, including post-traumatic stress disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and adjustment disorders. The evaluating psychiatrist assesses mental health causation, treatment needs, and work capacity limitations.
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. Romika Dhar serves workers' compensation cases in Orange County, Riverside County, Santa Clara County, Tulare County, Placer 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. Romika Dhar evaluate as a QME?
A Psychiatry 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. Romika Dhar's office located?
Dr. Romika Dhar's office is located at 1220 HEMLOCK WAY STE 206, Santa Ana, CA 92707. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Orange County.
What are Dr. Romika Dhar's board certifications?
Dr. Romika Dhar holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in General Adult Psychiatry, Board Certified in Geriatric Psychiatry, California QME. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Romika Dhar's education and training background?
Dr. Romika Dhar's training includes: MD, Government Medical College Chandigarh (2006); General Adult Psychiatry Residency, UAMS, Little Rock, AR; Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Romika Dhar have?
Dr. Romika Dhar has approximately 20 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified psychiatry physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Romika Dhar serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Romika Dhar is available for QME evaluations in Orange County, Riverside County, Santa Clara County, Tulare County, Placer County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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