Dr. Gary A Pattee, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
2648 INTERNATION BLVD STE 701, Oakland, CA 94601
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, San Francisco County, Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Gary A Pattee
Dr. Gary A. Pattee, MD, FAAOS, is an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist based in Thousand Oaks, CA, with over 42 years of experience. He graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1981 and has maintained private practices in Santa Monica, Minneapolis, and Thousand Oaks. Throughout his career he has had over 200,000 patient encounters and performed over 9,000 surgeries. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and was recognized as an AAOS Emeritus Member of the Month.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of Michigan Medical School (1981)
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. Gary A Pattee serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, San Francisco County, Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare 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. Gary A Pattee 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. Gary A Pattee's office located?
Dr. Gary A Pattee's office is located at 2648 INTERNATION BLVD STE 701, Oakland, CA 94601. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 9 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Gary A Pattee's board certifications?
Dr. Gary A Pattee holds the following board certifications: Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS), Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery, Board Certified, Sports Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Gary A Pattee's education and training background?
Dr. Gary A Pattee's training includes: MD, University of Michigan Medical School (1981). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Gary A Pattee have?
Dr. Gary A Pattee has approximately 42 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. Gary A Pattee serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Gary A Pattee is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, San Francisco County, Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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