Dr. Abhiram Gande, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
Submit records to this physician
Create a IMEPro account to get started
Office Address
355 E FOOTHILL BLVD STE B, Pomona, CA 91767
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Abhiram Gande
Dr. Abhiram Gande is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon at California Orthopaedic Institute in Hemet, California. He specializes in orthopaedic surgery of the spine and joined California Orthopaedic Institute in 2020.
Education & Board Certifications
- B.A., Neurobiology and Psychology (Honors) - University of California, Berkeley
- Medical Degree - University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery - University of California Irvine
- Fellowship, Spine Surgery - Texas Back Institute, Dallas, 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. Abhiram Gande serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus 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. Abhiram Gande 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. Abhiram Gande's office located?
Dr. Abhiram Gande's office is located at 355 E FOOTHILL BLVD STE B, Pomona, CA 91767. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 7 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Abhiram Gande's board certifications?
Dr. Abhiram Gande holds the following board certifications: Orthopaedic Surgery, 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. Abhiram Gande's education and training background?
Dr. Abhiram Gande's training includes: B.A., Neurobiology and Psychology (Honors) - University of California, Berkeley; Medical Degree - University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine; Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery - University of California Irvine; Fellowship, Spine Surgery - Texas Back Institute, Dallas, 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. Abhiram Gande have?
Dr. Abhiram Gande 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.
What languages does Dr. Abhiram Gande speak?
Dr. Abhiram Gande speaks English and Hindi and Telugu. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Abhiram Gande serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Abhiram Gande is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
View all Orthopaedic Surgery QME Physicians
785 physicians across California
Similar Orthopaedic Surgery QME Physicians in Los Angeles County
Related QME Specialties
Are you Dr. Abhiram Gande?
Claim your profile to showcase your expertise, display turnaround times, and receive evaluation requests directly through IMEPro.
Claim Your ProfileFree — takes less than 2 minutes
Looking for an Orthopaedic Surgery Physician?
Browse Verified Pro Orthopaedic Surgery physicians with verified turnaround times and one-click scheduling.
Browse Verified Pro PhysiciansCounties Served