Dr. Calvin J Gong, DC
Chiropractic
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Office Address
2305 VAN NESS AVE STE B, San Francisco, CA 94109
Phone
Counties Served
San Francisco County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Calvin J Gong
Dr. Calvin Gong, DC, is a chiropractor practicing in San Francisco, CA with over 30 years of experience. A native San Franciscan born in Chinatown, he attended UC Berkeley where he earned a degree in Biochemical Sciences before pursuing his Doctor of Chiropractic degree. After spending most of his career in a family partnership practice, he joined Atlas Health Center. He specializes in arthritis, hand problems, sports injuries, and provides telehealth services.
Education & Board Certifications
- University of California, Berkeley (BS, Biochemical Sciences)
- Palmer College of Chiropractic Main Campus (DC)
Languages Spoken
About Chiropractic QME Evaluations
Chiropractic QME evaluations address spinal and musculoskeletal conditions commonly seen in workplace injuries, including disc herniations, spinal subluxations, and soft-tissue injuries. The evaluating chiropractor assesses spinal alignment, range of motion, and the appropriateness of ongoing chiropractic care.
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 San Francisco County
Dr. Calvin J Gong serves workers' compensation cases in San Francisco 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. Calvin J Gong evaluate as a QME?
A Chiropractic 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. Calvin J Gong's office located?
Dr. Calvin J Gong's office is located at 2305 VAN NESS AVE STE B, San Francisco, CA 94109. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for San Francisco County.
What is Dr. Calvin J Gong's education and training background?
Dr. Calvin J Gong's training includes: University of California, Berkeley (BS, Biochemical Sciences); Palmer College of Chiropractic Main Campus (DC). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Calvin J Gong have?
Dr. Calvin J Gong has approximately 32 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified chiropractic physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Calvin J Gong speak?
Dr. Calvin J Gong speaks English and Cantonese. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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