Dr. Michael R Gagnon, MD
Ophthalmology
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Office Address
5575 W LAS POSITAS BLVD STE 240, Pleasanton, CA 94588
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Michael R Gagnon
Dr. Michael Gagnon is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (FAAO) practicing at Valley EyeCare Center in Pleasanton, CA, where he specializes in cornea and external disease, cataract surgery, and refractive procedures including LASIK. He earned his MD from Creighton University School of Medicine, completed his ophthalmology residency at Wake Forest University, and pursued subspecialty fellowship training in cornea and refractive surgery at the University of Utah Moran Eye Center. Dr. Gagnon serves on the clinical teaching staff of Stanford University's Department of Ophthalmology and brings over two decades of surgical expertise to his role as a Qualified Medical Evaluator, providing authoritative ophthalmologic assessments for California workers' compensation cases.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS — Saint Mary's College of California
- MD — Creighton University School of Medicine (2001)
- Residency — Wake Forest University Medical Center, Ophthalmology (2005)
- Fellowship — University of Utah Moran Eye Center, Cornea & Refractive Surgery (2006)
Hospital & Practice Affiliations
- Valley EyeCare Center Medical Associates
- Stanford Health Care (Clinical Teaching Staff)
- San Ramon Regional Medical Center
- John Muir Health
Areas of Specialization
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About Ophthalmology QME Evaluations
Ophthalmology QME evaluations assess work-related eye injuries and vision loss, including chemical burns, foreign body injuries, retinal detachment, and occupational exposure-related conditions. The evaluating ophthalmologist determines visual acuity loss, visual field defects, and permanent impairment.
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 Alameda County
Dr. Michael R Gagnon serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda 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. Michael R Gagnon evaluate as a QME?
As a Ophthalmology QME, Dr. Michael R Gagnon evaluates workers' compensation cases involving cornea and external disease, cataract surgery, refractive surgery (lasik, advanced surface ablation). Each evaluation includes a comprehensive record review, clinical examination, and a detailed report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment under the AMA Guides 5th Edition (2001).
Where is Dr. Michael R Gagnon's office located?
Dr. Michael R Gagnon's office is located at 5575 W LAS POSITAS BLVD STE 240, Pleasanton, CA 94588. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Alameda County.
What are Dr. Michael R Gagnon's board certifications?
Dr. Michael R Gagnon holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Ophthalmology, Fellow, American Academy of Ophthalmology (FAAO). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Michael R Gagnon's education and training background?
Dr. Michael R Gagnon's training includes: BS — Saint Mary's College of California; MD — Creighton University School of Medicine (2001); Residency — Wake Forest University Medical Center, Ophthalmology (2005); Fellowship — University of Utah Moran Eye Center, Cornea & Refractive Surgery (2006). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in ophthalmology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Michael R Gagnon have?
Dr. Michael R Gagnon has approximately 25 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified ophthalmology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
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