Dr. Christopher Lee, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
Submit records to this physician
Create a IMEPro account to get started
Office Address
24002 VIA FABRICANTE STE 501, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, Kern County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Christopher Lee
Board-certified orthopaedic trauma surgeon and Assistant Professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Specializes in pelvis and acetabular fractures, periarticular fractures, and nonunions/malunions, recognized as a Super Doctors Southern California Rising Star.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, University of Notre Dame (cum laude)
- MD, Keck School of Medicine at USC (Alpha Omega Alpha)
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, UCLA
- Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship, R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Medical Center
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. Christopher Lee serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, Kern County, Ventura 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. Christopher 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. Christopher Lee's office located?
Dr. Christopher Lee's office is located at 24002 VIA FABRICANTE STE 501, Mission Viejo, CA 92691. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Christopher Lee's board certifications?
Dr. Christopher 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. Christopher Lee's education and training background?
Dr. Christopher Lee's training includes: BS, University of Notre Dame (cum laude); MD, Keck School of Medicine at USC (Alpha Omega Alpha); Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, UCLA; Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship, R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Medical Center. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Christopher Lee have?
Dr. Christopher Lee has approximately 14 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. Christopher Lee serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Christopher Lee is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, Kern County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
View all Orthopaedic Surgery QME Physicians
785 physicians across California
Similar Orthopaedic Surgery QME Physicians in Los Angeles County
Related QME Specialties
Are you Dr. Christopher Lee?
Claim your profile to showcase your expertise, display turnaround times, and receive evaluation requests directly through IMEPro.
Claim Your ProfileFree — takes less than 2 minutes
Looking for an Orthopaedic Surgery Physician?
Browse Verified Pro Orthopaedic Surgery physicians with verified turnaround times and one-click scheduling.
Browse Verified Pro PhysiciansCounties Served