Dr. Jackson Lee, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
25251 PASEO DE ALICIA STE 204, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Phone
Counties Served
Orange County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Jackson Lee
Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon serving as Service Chief of Orthopaedics at LAC+USC and Director of Orthopaedic Trauma Service. Co-Director of the Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship Program at Keck Hospital of USC, with clinical interests in articular fractures and nonunion/malunion.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, New York Medical College (1982)
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, NY Medical College
- Fellowship, UC Davis (Chapman)
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 Orange County
Dr. Jackson Lee serves workers' compensation cases in Orange 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. Jackson Lee 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. Jackson Lee's office located?
Dr. Jackson Lee's office is located at 25251 PASEO DE ALICIA STE 204, Laguna Hills, CA 92653. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Orange County.
What are Dr. Jackson Lee's board certifications?
Dr. Jackson Lee 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. Jackson Lee's education and training background?
Dr. Jackson Lee's training includes: MD, New York Medical College (1982); Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, NY Medical College; Fellowship, UC Davis (Chapman). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Jackson Lee have?
Dr. Jackson Lee has approximately 44 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.
What languages does Dr. Jackson Lee speak?
Dr. Jackson Lee speaks English and Chinese. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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