Dr. Michael A Trauner, MD
Dermatology
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Office Address
1901 HARRISON ST STE 1100, Oakland, CA 94612
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Counties Served
Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Santa Clara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Michael A Trauner
Dr. Michael Trauner is a board-certified dermatologist, fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic surgeon, and Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) serving the Oakland and greater East Bay, California region. He earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine, completed his dermatology residency as Chief Resident at UC Davis Medical Center, and further specialized through a dermatologic surgery fellowship at Tufts New England Medical Center. A Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery with over 25 years of experience, Dr. Trauner provides expert workers' compensation evaluations for occupational skin cancers, surgical scarring assessments, and complex dermatologic conditions.
Education & Board Certifications
- Duke University School of Medicine, MD, 1994
- University of California Davis Medical Center, Dermatology Residency (Chief Resident)
- Tufts New England Medical Center, Dermatologic Surgery Fellowship
Languages Spoken
About Dermatology QME Evaluations
Dermatology QME evaluations address skin conditions caused by workplace chemical exposures, irritants, and allergens, including contact dermatitis, occupational eczema, and chemical burns. The evaluating dermatologist determines causation and permanent disfigurement or impairment.
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. Michael A Trauner serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, 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. Michael A Trauner evaluate as a QME?
A Dermatology 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. Michael A Trauner's office located?
Dr. Michael A Trauner's office is located at 1901 HARRISON ST STE 1100, Oakland, CA 94612. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Michael A Trauner's board certifications?
Dr. Michael A Trauner holds the following board certifications: American Board of Dermatology, Fellow, American College of Mohs Surgery, Dermatopathology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Michael A Trauner's education and training background?
Dr. Michael A Trauner's training includes: Duke University School of Medicine, MD, 1994; University of California Davis Medical Center, Dermatology Residency (Chief Resident); Tufts New England Medical Center, Dermatologic Surgery Fellowship. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in dermatology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Michael A Trauner have?
Dr. Michael A Trauner has approximately 30 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified dermatology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Michael A Trauner serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Michael A Trauner is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Santa Clara County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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