Dr. Gregg R Sobeck, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
4955 VAN NUYS BLVD STE 615, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403-1839
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Gregg R Sobeck
Dr. Gregg R. Sobeck is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon in Sherman Oaks, California, practicing at the Los Angeles Orthopaedic Institute (LAOI) with over 32 years of experience. He earned his bachelor's degree from Johns Hopkins University and his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. He completed an orthopaedic surgery internship and residency at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA, and an additional orthopaedic surgery residency at Children's Hospital in Wilmington, DE. He then completed a one-year fellowship in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery at LAOI. Dr. Sobeck became board certified in orthopaedic surgery in 2002 and specializes in knee, shoulder, and hip injuries.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Johns Hopkins University
- MD, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine
- Internship and Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Children's Hospital, Wilmington, DE
- Fellowship, Sports Medicine/Arthroscopic Surgery, Los Angeles Orthopaedic Institute
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. Gregg R Sobeck serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Kern 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. Gregg R Sobeck 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. Gregg R Sobeck's office located?
Dr. Gregg R Sobeck's office is located at 4955 VAN NUYS BLVD STE 615, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403-1839. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Gregg R Sobeck's board certifications?
Dr. Gregg R Sobeck holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery (2002). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Gregg R Sobeck's education and training background?
Dr. Gregg R Sobeck's training includes: BS, Johns Hopkins University; MD, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine; Internship and Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA; Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Children's Hospital, Wilmington, DE; Fellowship, Sports Medicine/Arthroscopic Surgery, Los Angeles Orthopaedic Institute. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Gregg R Sobeck have?
Dr. Gregg R Sobeck has approximately 32 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. Gregg R Sobeck serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Gregg R Sobeck is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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