Dr. Samir Sharma, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
333 O'CONNOR DR, San Jose, CA 95128
Phone
Counties Served
Santa Clara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Samir Sharma
Dr. Samir Sharma is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist practicing in Los Gatos and Campbell, California. With over 31 years of experience, he has served the Silicon Valley area for more than a decade. He is affiliated with South Bay Orthopedic and Sports Medicine and the Ichthus Injury Network. His practice focuses on sports medicine and orthopedic surgery.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Wayne State University School of Medicine (1995)
- Residency, Orthopedic Surgery, Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University
- Fellowship, Sports Medicine, Tahoe Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
- Externship, Sports Medicine, University of Pittsburgh
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 Clara County
Dr. Samir Sharma serves workers' compensation cases in Santa Clara 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. Samir Sharma 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. Samir Sharma's office located?
Dr. Samir Sharma's office is located at 333 O'CONNOR DR, San Jose, CA 95128. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Santa Clara County.
What are Dr. Samir Sharma's board certifications?
Dr. Samir Sharma holds the following board certifications: 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. Samir Sharma's education and training background?
Dr. Samir Sharma's training includes: MD, Wayne State University School of Medicine (1995); Residency, Orthopedic Surgery, Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University; Fellowship, Sports Medicine, Tahoe Orthopedics and Sports Medicine; Externship, Sports Medicine, University of Pittsburgh. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Samir Sharma have?
Dr. Samir Sharma has approximately 31 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. Samir Sharma speak?
Dr. Samir Sharma speaks English and Spanish and Hindi. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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