Dr. John F Safanda, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
13847 E 14TH ST STE 109, San Leandro, CA 94578
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, San Francisco County, Marin County, Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. John F Safanda
Dr. John F. Safanda, MD is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery, practicing in the San Francisco Bay Area with offices in San Rafael, San Leandro, and Dublin, California. He is board certified in both Orthopedic Surgery and Hand Surgery. He was named a top doctor in orthopedic surgery in both Sonoma and Marin County. He completed a fellowship in hand and microsurgery at Yale University.
Education & Board Certifications
- University of Illinois College of Medicine (MD)
- University of Illinois College of Medicine (Orthopedic Surgery Residency)
- Yale University (Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship)
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. John F Safanda serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, San Francisco County, Marin County, Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento 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. John F Safanda 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. John F Safanda's office located?
Dr. John F Safanda's office is located at 13847 E 14TH ST STE 109, San Leandro, CA 94578. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. John F Safanda's board certifications?
Dr. John F Safanda holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery, Board Certified in Hand Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. John F Safanda's education and training background?
Dr. John F Safanda's training includes: University of Illinois College of Medicine (MD); University of Illinois College of Medicine (Orthopedic Surgery Residency); Yale University (Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. John F Safanda have?
Dr. John F Safanda has approximately 20 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. John F Safanda serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. John F Safanda is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, San Francisco County, Marin County, Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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