Dr. Janet Dunlap, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
7501 HOSPITAL DR STE 202, Sacramento, CA 95823
Phone
Counties Served
Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Merced County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Janet Dunlap
Dr. Janet Dunlap is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon at Orthopedics Specialists of North County in Oceanside, California. She won the Russell Hibbs Award for outstanding spine research from NASS and specializes in scoliosis, spinal fractures, and spinal stenosis.
Education & Board Certifications
- Medical School: University of California, San Diego
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
- Fellowship: Spine Surgery, Scripps Clinic Research Facility, La Jolla
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. Janet Dunlap serves workers' compensation cases in Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Merced County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo 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. Janet Dunlap 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. Janet Dunlap's office located?
Dr. Janet Dunlap's office is located at 7501 HOSPITAL DR STE 202, Sacramento, CA 95823. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 9 California counties including Sacramento County.
What are Dr. Janet Dunlap's board certifications?
Dr. Janet Dunlap holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty: Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Janet Dunlap's education and training background?
Dr. Janet Dunlap's training includes: Medical School: University of California, San Diego; Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis; Fellowship: Spine Surgery, Scripps Clinic Research Facility, La Jolla. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Janet Dunlap have?
Dr. Janet Dunlap has approximately 40 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. Janet Dunlap serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Janet Dunlap is available for QME evaluations in Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Merced County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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