Dr. Eduardo I Lin, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
39775 PASEO PADRE PKWY, Fremont, CA 94538-2926
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, San Joaquin County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Eduardo I Lin
Dr. Eduardo Lin is a physiatrist practicing in Pleasanton and Fremont, California, with over 20 years of experience in physical medicine and rehabilitation. He is affiliated with Stanford Health Care Tri Valley and Eden Medical Center, offering services including acupuncture, chronic pain management, and EMG/nerve conduction studies.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Faculty of Medical Sciences of Santa Casa De Sao Paulo, Brazil (1986)
- Internship in Internal Medicine (1992-1993)
- Residency in Psychiatry (1993-1995)
- Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Temple University Hospital (1995-1998)
Languages Spoken
About Pain Medicine QME Evaluations
Pain Medicine QME evaluations focus on chronic pain conditions resulting from workplace injuries, including complex regional pain syndrome, failed back surgery syndrome, and neuropathic pain. The evaluating pain specialist determines whether ongoing pain is causally related to the industrial injury and assesses functional limitations.
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. Eduardo I Lin serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, San Joaquin 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. Eduardo I Lin evaluate as a QME?
A Pain Medicine 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. Eduardo I Lin's office located?
Dr. Eduardo I Lin's office is located at 39775 PASEO PADRE PKWY, Fremont, CA 94538-2926. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Eduardo I Lin's board certifications?
Dr. Eduardo I Lin holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 1999-2029). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Eduardo I Lin's education and training background?
Dr. Eduardo I Lin's training includes: MD, Faculty of Medical Sciences of Santa Casa De Sao Paulo, Brazil (1986); Internship in Internal Medicine (1992-1993); Residency in Psychiatry (1993-1995); Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Temple University Hospital (1995-1998). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Eduardo I Lin have?
Dr. Eduardo I Lin has approximately 27 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified pain medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Eduardo I Lin speak?
Dr. Eduardo I Lin speaks English and Portuguese and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Eduardo I Lin serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Eduardo I Lin is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, San Joaquin County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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