Dr. Frank Petrigliano, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
1799 N WATERMAN AVE STE F, San Bernardino, CA 92404
Phone
Counties Served
San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Frank Petrigliano
Dr. Frank Petrigliano is a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Vice Chair of Education in the UCLA Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. A native of New York, he serves as the head team physician for the LA Chargers football team and a team physician for UCLA Athletics. He specializes in sports medicine and shoulder surgery, with a high-volume surgical practice including arthroscopic shoulder repair, knee ligament reconstruction, cartilage repair and transplantation, elbow ligament reconstruction, and total/reverse shoulder replacements. His research focuses on stem-cell based therapies for muscle and cartilage injury, and he has received the Charles S. Neer Award from the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons. Consistently named a Los Angeles Top Doctor, Super Doctor, and Castle Connolly Top Doctor.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Cornell University (with honors)
- MD, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, UCLA
- Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery Fellowship, Hospital for Special Surgery / Weill Cornell Medical College, New York
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. Frank Petrigliano serves workers' compensation cases in San Bernardino County, Riverside 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. Frank Petrigliano 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. Frank Petrigliano's office located?
Dr. Frank Petrigliano's office is located at 1799 N WATERMAN AVE STE F, San Bernardino, CA 92404. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including San Bernardino County.
What are Dr. Frank Petrigliano's board certifications?
Dr. Frank Petrigliano holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery, Board Certified, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Frank Petrigliano's education and training background?
Dr. Frank Petrigliano's training includes: BS, Cornell University (with honors); MD, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School; Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, UCLA; Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery Fellowship, Hospital for Special Surgery / Weill Cornell Medical College, New York. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Frank Petrigliano have?
Dr. Frank Petrigliano has approximately 17 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. Frank Petrigliano serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Frank Petrigliano is available for QME evaluations in San Bernardino County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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