Dr. Daniel N Ovadia, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
511 BATH ST, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3403
Phone
Counties Served
Santa Barbara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Daniel N Ovadia
Dr. Daniel N. Ovadia is an orthopedic surgeon in Santa Barbara, California, with over 40 years of experience. He received his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency at Oregon Health & Science University. He has maintained a private practice in Santa Barbara for decades, providing comprehensive orthopedic care.
Education & Board Certifications
- M.D., David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
- Internship, Oregon Health & Science University (1980-1981)
- Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, Oregon Health & Science University (1981-1985)
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 Santa Barbara County
Dr. Daniel N Ovadia serves workers' compensation cases in Santa Barbara 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. Daniel N Ovadia 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. Daniel N Ovadia's office located?
Dr. Daniel N Ovadia's office is located at 511 BATH ST, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3403. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Santa Barbara County.
What are Dr. Daniel N Ovadia's board certifications?
Dr. Daniel N Ovadia holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Daniel N Ovadia's education and training background?
Dr. Daniel N Ovadia's training includes: M.D., David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA; Internship, Oregon Health & Science University (1980-1981); Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, Oregon Health & Science University (1981-1985). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Daniel N Ovadia have?
Dr. Daniel N Ovadia has approximately 41 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.
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