Dr. Serena Y Nguyen, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
3760 ATLANTIC AVE STE C, Long Beach, CA 90807
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Serena Y Nguyen
Dr. Serena Young-Nguyen is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon based in Long Beach, California, with over 40 years of experience in orthopedic surgery. She specializes in arthroscopy, bone fracture care, and carpal tunnel syndrome, and graduated from UCSF School of Medicine.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine (1981)
- General Surgery Residency - Adventist Health White Memorial (1981-1983)
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency - Adventist Health White Memorial (1984-1987)
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency - UC Irvine (1987-1989)
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. Serena Y Nguyen serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, 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. Serena Y Nguyen 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. Serena Y Nguyen's office located?
Dr. Serena Y Nguyen's office is located at 3760 ATLANTIC AVE STE C, Long Beach, CA 90807. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Serena Y Nguyen's board certifications?
Dr. Serena Y Nguyen 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. Serena Y Nguyen's education and training background?
Dr. Serena Y Nguyen's training includes: MD - University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine (1981); General Surgery Residency - Adventist Health White Memorial (1981-1983); Orthopaedic Surgery Residency - Adventist Health White Memorial (1984-1987); Orthopaedic Surgery Residency - UC Irvine (1987-1989). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Serena Y Nguyen have?
Dr. Serena Y Nguyen has approximately 43 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. Serena Y Nguyen speak?
Dr. Serena Y Nguyen speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Serena Y Nguyen serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Serena Y Nguyen is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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