Dr. Erik Hall Mcdonald, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
3645 GRAND AVE STE 304, Oakland, CA 94610
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Santa Cruz County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Erik Hall Mcdonald
Board-certified orthopedic surgeon in Menlo Park specializing in hip and knee reconstructive surgery including anterior total hip arthroplasty and revision surgery. Trained at UCSF and Yale with a background in mechanical engineering from UC Berkeley.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Mechanical Engineering, University of California, Berkeley
- MD with Distinction, University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
- MS, Clinical Research, University of California, San Francisco
- Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, San Francisco
- Fellowship in Joint Replacement Surgery, Yale University
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. Erik Hall Mcdonald serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Santa Cruz 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. Erik Hall Mcdonald 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. Erik Hall Mcdonald's office located?
Dr. Erik Hall Mcdonald's office is located at 3645 GRAND AVE STE 304, Oakland, CA 94610. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 8 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Erik Hall Mcdonald's board certifications?
Dr. Erik Hall Mcdonald holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery, Board Certified, Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Erik Hall Mcdonald's education and training background?
Dr. Erik Hall Mcdonald's training includes: BS, Mechanical Engineering, University of California, Berkeley; MD with Distinction, University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine; MS, Clinical Research, University of California, San Francisco; Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, San Francisco; Fellowship in Joint Replacement Surgery, Yale University. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Erik Hall Mcdonald have?
Dr. Erik Hall Mcdonald has approximately 4 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. Erik Hall Mcdonald serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Erik Hall Mcdonald is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Santa Cruz County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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