Dr. Aniebiet-abasi U Udofia, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
1155 THIRD ST STE 130, Oakland, CA 94607
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Counties Served
Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Placer County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Aniebiet-abasi U Udofia
Dr. Aniebiet-Abasi Udofia is a board-certified, sports medicine fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon. She graduated with honors from USC Keck School of Medicine and completed her orthopedic surgery residency at Howard University Hospital, followed by a sports medicine fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. She practices in both Bakersfield, California, and The Woodlands, Texas, specializing in minimally invasive arthroscopic operations, total joint replacements, orthopedic trauma, and biologic joint preservation.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS in Biological Sciences, Stanford University
- MD, University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (2012, graduated with honors)
- MBA in Marketing and Entrepreneurship, University of Michigan
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Howard University Hospital
- Sports Medicine Fellowship, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
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. Aniebiet-abasi U Udofia serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Placer 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. Aniebiet-abasi U Udofia 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. Aniebiet-abasi U Udofia's office located?
Dr. Aniebiet-abasi U Udofia's office is located at 1155 THIRD ST STE 130, Oakland, CA 94607. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 7 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Aniebiet-abasi U Udofia's board certifications?
Dr. Aniebiet-abasi U Udofia holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Aniebiet-abasi U Udofia's education and training background?
Dr. Aniebiet-abasi U Udofia's training includes: BS in Biological Sciences, Stanford University; MD, University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (2012, graduated with honors); MBA in Marketing and Entrepreneurship, University of Michigan; Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Howard University Hospital; Sports Medicine Fellowship, Cleveland Clinic Foundation. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Aniebiet-abasi U Udofia have?
Dr. Aniebiet-abasi U Udofia has approximately 13 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. Aniebiet-abasi U Udofia serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Aniebiet-abasi U Udofia is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Placer County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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