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Dr. Vlad Gendelman, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Office Address

1711 W TEMPLE ST STE 4607, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Counties Served

Los Angeles County, Solano County, Sacramento County

Credential

MD — QME Certified

About Dr. Vlad Gendelman

Dr. Vlad Gendelman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and founder of Urgent Orthopaedic Care in North Hollywood, CA, with over 22 years of experience and fellowship in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Education & Board Certifications

  • BS in Biology, University of Southern California
  • MD, University of California Irvine College of Medicine
  • Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, SUNY Downstate
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS)

Languages Spoken

English Spanish Russian

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. Vlad Gendelman serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Solano 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. Vlad Gendelman 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. Vlad Gendelman's office located?

Dr. Vlad Gendelman's office is located at 1711 W TEMPLE ST STE 4607, Los Angeles, CA 90026. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.

What are Dr. Vlad Gendelman's board certifications?

Dr. Vlad Gendelman holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.

What is Dr. Vlad Gendelman's education and training background?

Dr. Vlad Gendelman's training includes: BS in Biology, University of Southern California; MD, University of California Irvine College of Medicine; Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, SUNY Downstate. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.

How many years of experience does Dr. Vlad Gendelman have?

Dr. Vlad Gendelman has approximately 22 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. Vlad Gendelman speak?

Dr. Vlad Gendelman speaks English and Spanish and Russian. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.

Which counties does Dr. Vlad Gendelman serve for QME evaluations?

Dr. Vlad Gendelman is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Solano County, Sacramento County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.

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