Dr. Ephraim Dickinson, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
3645 GRAND AVE STE 304, Oakland, CA 94610
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Marin County, Sonoma County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Ephraim Dickinson
Dr. Ephraim Dickinson is an orthopedic surgeon in Ukiah, California with 15 years of experience, specializing in minimally invasive arthroscopic knee, shoulder, and hip surgery, complex ligament reconstructions, shoulder replacements, and cartilage restoration and transplantation procedures.
Education & Board Certifications
- Undergraduate: Williams College (Political Science and Biology)
- Medical School: Columbia University
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, San Francisco
- Fellowship: Sports Shoulder and Elbow, OrthoCarolina, Charlotte
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 Served Counties
Dr. Ephraim Dickinson serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Marin County, Sonoma 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. Ephraim Dickinson 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. Ephraim Dickinson's office located?
Dr. Ephraim Dickinson's office is located at 3645 GRAND AVE STE 304, Oakland, CA 94610. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Ephraim Dickinson's board certifications?
Dr. Ephraim Dickinson holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Ephraim Dickinson's education and training background?
Dr. Ephraim Dickinson's training includes: Undergraduate: Williams College (Political Science and Biology); Medical School: Columbia University; Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, San Francisco; Fellowship: Sports Shoulder and Elbow, OrthoCarolina, Charlotte. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ephraim Dickinson have?
Dr. Ephraim Dickinson has approximately 15 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.
Which counties does Dr. Ephraim Dickinson serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Ephraim Dickinson is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Marin County, Sonoma County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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