Dr. Martha Singer, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
2000 EMBARCADERO STE 200, Oakland, CA 94606-5300
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Martha Singer
Dr. Martha R. Singer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Castro Valley, California, with over 24 years of experience. She provides a range of orthopedic services including joint replacements, arthroscopic surgeries, fracture care, and sports medicine treatments. She practices at LPMI Castro Valley and maintains affiliations with multiple hospitals in the East Bay and Northern California region.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine (1991)
- Internship, Transitional Year (1991-1992)
- Residency, Surgery, University of California San Diego Medical Center (1993-1994)
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Creighton University School of Medicine/Maricopa Medical Center, Phoenix (1994-1999)
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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 Alameda County
Dr. Martha Singer serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda 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. Martha Singer 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. Martha Singer's office located?
Dr. Martha Singer's office is located at 2000 EMBARCADERO STE 200, Oakland, CA 94606-5300. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Alameda County.
What are Dr. Martha Singer's board certifications?
Dr. Martha Singer 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. Martha Singer's education and training background?
Dr. Martha Singer's training includes: MD, University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine (1991); Internship, Transitional Year (1991-1992); Residency, Surgery, University of California San Diego Medical Center (1993-1994); Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Creighton University School of Medicine/Maricopa Medical Center, Phoenix (1994-1999). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Martha Singer have?
Dr. Martha Singer has approximately 24 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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