Dr. Dominic Tse, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
728 PACIFIC AVE STE 505, San Francisco, CA 94133-4449
Phone
Counties Served
San Francisco County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Dominic Tse
Dr. Dominic H. Tse is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Francisco, California, with over 53 years of experience. He is recognized for his expertise in computer-assisted and robotic-assisted joint replacement surgeries. His clinical expertise spans hip and knee replacement, shoulder replacement, rotator cuff surgery, knee arthroscopy, carpal tunnel release, and minimally invasive surgery. He is affiliated with Chinese Hospital and California Pacific Medical Center.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of Hong Kong Faculty of Medicine (1972)
- Surgery Residency, University of Hawaii (1976-1978)
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, University of California San Francisco (1978-1981)
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 San Francisco County
Dr. Dominic Tse serves workers' compensation cases in San Francisco 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. Dominic Tse 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. Dominic Tse's office located?
Dr. Dominic Tse's office is located at 728 PACIFIC AVE STE 505, San Francisco, CA 94133-4449. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for San Francisco County.
What are Dr. Dominic Tse's board certifications?
Dr. Dominic Tse holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Dominic Tse's education and training background?
Dr. Dominic Tse's training includes: MD, University of Hong Kong Faculty of Medicine (1972); Surgery Residency, University of Hawaii (1976-1978); Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, University of California San Francisco (1978-1981). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Dominic Tse have?
Dr. Dominic Tse has approximately 53 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. Dominic Tse speak?
Dr. Dominic Tse speaks English and Cantonese and Mandarin and Chinese. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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