Dr. Marie N Dusch, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
575 E HARDY ST STE 221, Inglewood, CA 90301
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Kern County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Marie N Dusch
Dr. Marie Dusch is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic hand and upper extremity surgeon at Central Coast Orthopedics Medical Group in Santa Maria, California. She serves on the board of directors for the California Orthopedic Association and is the only surgeon on the Central Coast offering ultrasound-guided carpal tunnel release.
Education & Board Certifications
- Undergraduate: Stanford University (Chemical Engineering, honors)
- Medical School: University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Southern California
- Fellowship: Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York City
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. Marie N Dusch serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Kern 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. Marie N Dusch 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. Marie N Dusch's office located?
Dr. Marie N Dusch's office is located at 575 E HARDY ST STE 221, Inglewood, CA 90301. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Marie N Dusch's board certifications?
Dr. Marie N Dusch holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty Certification: Surgery of the Hand. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Marie N Dusch's education and training background?
Dr. Marie N Dusch's training includes: Undergraduate: Stanford University (Chemical Engineering, honors); Medical School: University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine; Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Southern California; Fellowship: Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York City. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Marie N Dusch have?
Dr. Marie N Dusch has approximately 11 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. Marie N Dusch serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Marie N Dusch is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Kern 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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