Dr. David B Golden, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
200 N ROBERTSON BLVD STE 205, Beverly Hills, CA 90211-6002
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. David B Golden
Dr. David B. Golden is a board-certified orthopedic sports medicine specialist in Beverly Hills, CA, with 30 years of experience specializing in shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee sports medicine and reconstruction.
Education & Board Certifications
- The Ohio State University College of Medicine (MD)
- Internship and Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, Harvard University
- Fellowship in Sports Medicine, Harvard University
- Fellowship in Orthopaedic Trauma, Harvard University
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 Los Angeles County
Dr. David B Golden serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles 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. David B Golden 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. David B Golden's office located?
Dr. David B Golden's office is located at 200 N ROBERTSON BLVD STE 205, Beverly Hills, CA 90211-6002. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. David B Golden's board certifications?
Dr. David B Golden holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty Certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. David B Golden's education and training background?
Dr. David B Golden's training includes: The Ohio State University College of Medicine (MD); Internship and Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, Harvard University; Fellowship in Sports Medicine, Harvard University; Fellowship in Orthopaedic Trauma, Harvard University. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. David B Golden have?
Dr. David B Golden has approximately 30 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.
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