Dr. Rivka Ihejirika-lomedico, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
510 CASTILLO ST STE 203, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone
Counties Served
Santa Barbara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Rivka Ihejirika-lomedico
Dr. Rivka Ihejirika-Lomedico is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine specialist at Alta Orthopaedics in Santa Barbara and Solvang, CA. She is a graduate of Vanderbilt Medical School (top 5%, Junior AOA) with Harvard-trained spine fellowship experience, a certified yoga instructor, and has over 100 scientific contributions to the orthopedic literature.
Education & Board Certifications
- Undergraduate: Davidson College (Presidential Scholar, full academic scholarship)
- Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (Cornelius Vanderbilt Scholarship, top 5%, Junior AOA)
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, NYU Langone Medical Center (6-year clinician scientist track, 2016-2022)
- Fellowship: Spine Surgery, Harvard Massachusetts General Hospital / Brigham and Women's Hospital Combined Program
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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 Santa Barbara County
Dr. Rivka Ihejirika-lomedico serves workers' compensation cases in Santa Barbara 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. Rivka Ihejirika-lomedico 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. Rivka Ihejirika-lomedico's office located?
Dr. Rivka Ihejirika-lomedico's office is located at 510 CASTILLO ST STE 203, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Santa Barbara County.
What are Dr. Rivka Ihejirika-lomedico's board certifications?
Dr. Rivka Ihejirika-lomedico holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Rivka Ihejirika-lomedico's education and training background?
Dr. Rivka Ihejirika-lomedico's training includes: Undergraduate: Davidson College (Presidential Scholar, full academic scholarship); Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (Cornelius Vanderbilt Scholarship, top 5%, Junior AOA); Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, NYU Langone Medical Center (6-year clinician scientist track, 2016-2022); Fellowship: Spine Surgery, Harvard Massachusetts General Hospital / Brigham and Women's Hospital Combined Program. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Rivka Ihejirika-lomedico have?
Dr. Rivka Ihejirika-lomedico has approximately 3 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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