Dr. Suresh Kevin Nayar, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
431 30TH ST RM 110B, Oakland, CA 94609
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County, Marin County, Solano County, Sonoma County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Suresh Kevin Nayar
Dr. Suresh (S. Kevin) Nayar is an orthopaedic hand surgeon practicing in Oakland, California, affiliated with Sutter Health. He completed his hand surgery fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School and his orthopaedic surgery residency at Johns Hopkins University.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency - Johns Hopkins University (2016-2021)
- Hand Surgery Fellowship - Massachusetts General Hospital / Harvard Medical School (2021-2022)
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. Suresh Kevin Nayar serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County, Marin County, Solano County, Sonoma 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. Suresh Kevin Nayar 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. Suresh Kevin Nayar's office located?
Dr. Suresh Kevin Nayar's office is located at 431 30TH ST RM 110B, Oakland, CA 94609. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Suresh Kevin Nayar's board certifications?
Dr. Suresh Kevin Nayar holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty Certification in Hand Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Suresh Kevin Nayar's education and training background?
Dr. Suresh Kevin Nayar's training includes: MD - Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine; Orthopaedic Surgery Residency - Johns Hopkins University (2016-2021); Hand Surgery Fellowship - Massachusetts General Hospital / Harvard Medical School (2021-2022). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Suresh Kevin Nayar have?
Dr. Suresh Kevin Nayar has approximately 5 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. Suresh Kevin Nayar speak?
Dr. Suresh Kevin Nayar speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Suresh Kevin Nayar serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Suresh Kevin Nayar is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County, Marin County, Solano County, Sonoma County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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