Dr. Christian Foglar, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
6140 CAMINO VERDE DR STE L, San Jose, CA 95119-1401
Phone
Counties Served
Santa Clara County, Sacramento County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Christian Foglar
Dr. Christian Foglar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon born and raised in Switzerland, now practicing in San Jose, California. He completed orthopedic training in both Switzerland and the United States, including work in Ghana, and has expertise in knee replacement, arthroscopy, and trauma surgery.
Education & Board Certifications
- Medical School: University of Basel Faculty of Medicine, Switzerland (1989)
- Internship: Harbor UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, CA
- Residency: Orthopedic Surgery, University of California San Francisco (1996-2002)
- Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
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. Christian Foglar serves workers' compensation cases in Santa Clara County, Sacramento 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. Christian Foglar 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. Christian Foglar's office located?
Dr. Christian Foglar's office is located at 6140 CAMINO VERDE DR STE L, San Jose, CA 95119-1401. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Santa Clara County.
What are Dr. Christian Foglar's board certifications?
Dr. Christian Foglar holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Christian Foglar's education and training background?
Dr. Christian Foglar's training includes: Medical School: University of Basel Faculty of Medicine, Switzerland (1989); Internship: Harbor UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, CA; Residency: Orthopedic Surgery, University of California San Francisco (1996-2002); Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Christian Foglar have?
Dr. Christian Foglar has approximately 24 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. Christian Foglar speak?
Dr. Christian Foglar speaks English and French and Spanish and German and Italian and Serbo-Croatian. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Christian Foglar serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Christian Foglar is available for QME evaluations in Santa Clara County, Sacramento County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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