Dr. David C Smith, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
924 N EUCLID ST, Anaheim, CA 92801-3631
Phone
Counties Served
Orange County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. David C Smith
Dr. David G. Smith is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon in La Jolla, California, specializing in hand and wrist surgery, sports medicine, and arthroscopic surgery. He graduated from the University of California, Davis, School of Medicine in 1976. He completed residencies in orthopaedic surgery at Stanford Health Care (1977-1979) and New York Medical College at St. Vincent's Hospital Manhattan (1980-1982), followed by a fellowship at the University of California, San Diego (1983). He has been in practice for over 40 years and is affiliated with Scripps Health and practices through XIMED.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of California, Davis, School of Medicine (1976)
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford Health Care (1977-1979)
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, New York Medical College at St. Vincent's Hospital Manhattan (1980-1982)
- Fellowship, University of California, San Diego (1983)
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. David C Smith serves workers' compensation cases in Orange 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. David C Smith 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. David C Smith's office located?
Dr. David C Smith's office is located at 924 N EUCLID ST, Anaheim, CA 92801-3631. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Orange County.
What are Dr. David C Smith's board certifications?
Dr. David C Smith holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. David C Smith's education and training background?
Dr. David C Smith's training includes: MD, University of California, Davis, School of Medicine (1976); Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford Health Care (1977-1979); Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, New York Medical College at St. Vincent's Hospital Manhattan (1980-1982); Fellowship, University of California, San Diego (1983). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. David C Smith have?
Dr. David C Smith has approximately 48 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. David C Smith serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. David C Smith is available for QME evaluations in Orange County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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