Dr. Sunita Jayakar, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
801 BREWSTER AVE STE 150, Redwood City, CA 94063-1561
Phone
Counties Served
San Mateo County, Santa Clara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Sunita Jayakar
Dr. Sunita B. Jayakar is the medical director and founder of Jayakar Medical Group, established in 1988, practicing in Redwood City and Mountain View, CA. She specializes in evaluating and treating musculoskeletal, industrial, occupational, and sports injuries, with expertise in electrodiagnostic procedures (EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies).
Education & Board Certifications
- MBBS - Grant Government Medical College, University of Bombay (1981)
- Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Stanford University Medical Center
About Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation QME Evaluations
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) QME evaluations assess functional recovery and residual disability from musculoskeletal and neurological workplace injuries. The physiatrist focuses on rehabilitation potential, functional capacity, and the need for ongoing physical therapy or assistive devices.
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. Sunita Jayakar serves workers' compensation cases in San Mateo County, Santa Clara 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. Sunita Jayakar evaluate as a QME?
A Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 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. Sunita Jayakar's office located?
Dr. Sunita Jayakar's office is located at 801 BREWSTER AVE STE 150, Redwood City, CA 94063-1561. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including San Mateo County.
What are Dr. Sunita Jayakar's board certifications?
Dr. Sunita Jayakar holds the following board certifications: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Sunita Jayakar's education and training background?
Dr. Sunita Jayakar's training includes: MBBS - Grant Government Medical College, University of Bombay (1981); Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Stanford University Medical Center. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in physical medicine & rehabilitation workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Sunita Jayakar have?
Dr. Sunita Jayakar has approximately 42 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified physical medicine & rehabilitation physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Sunita Jayakar serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Sunita Jayakar is available for QME evaluations in San Mateo County, Santa Clara County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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