Dr. Chelsea Hendow, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
1213 MERIDIAN AVE, San Jose, CA 95125
Phone
Counties Served
Santa Clara County, Monterey County, Santa Cruz County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Chelsea Hendow
Dr. Chelsea Hendow is a board-certified orthopaedic spine surgeon with Golden State Orthopedics & Spine in Los Gatos, California. She manages traumatic and degenerative diseases of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society.
Education & Board Certifications
- Undergraduate: Physiology, UCLA
- Masters: Biophysics, Georgetown University
- Medical School: New York Medical College
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pennsylvania
- Fellowship: Spine Surgery, Rothman Institute/Thomas Jefferson 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 Served Counties
Dr. Chelsea Hendow serves workers' compensation cases in Santa Clara County, Monterey County, Santa Cruz 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. Chelsea Hendow 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. Chelsea Hendow's office located?
Dr. Chelsea Hendow's office is located at 1213 MERIDIAN AVE, San Jose, CA 95125. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Santa Clara County.
What are Dr. Chelsea Hendow's board certifications?
Dr. Chelsea Hendow holds the following board certifications: American Board of 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. Chelsea Hendow's education and training background?
Dr. Chelsea Hendow's training includes: Undergraduate: Physiology, UCLA; Masters: Biophysics, Georgetown University; Medical School: New York Medical College; Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pennsylvania; Fellowship: Spine Surgery, Rothman Institute/Thomas Jefferson 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. Chelsea Hendow have?
Dr. Chelsea Hendow has approximately 10 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.
Which counties does Dr. Chelsea Hendow serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Chelsea Hendow is available for QME evaluations in Santa Clara County, Monterey County, Santa Cruz County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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