Dr. Berkay Unal, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
2514 SOUTH CENTRAL AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90011
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Berkay Unal
Dr. Berkay Unal is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery with an emphasis on shoulder and knee disorders, sports injuries, and arthritis. He practices in Bakersfield, California, and has extensive experience in shoulder, upper arm, knee, and lower limb surgery. He is affiliated with Dignity Health and Adventist Health systems in the Bakersfield area.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (2011)
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, LAC & USC Medical Center
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. Berkay Unal serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino 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. Berkay Unal 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. Berkay Unal's office located?
Dr. Berkay Unal's office is located at 2514 SOUTH CENTRAL AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90011. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Berkay Unal's board certifications?
Dr. Berkay Unal 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. Berkay Unal's education and training background?
Dr. Berkay Unal's training includes: MD, University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (2011); Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, LAC & USC Medical Center. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Berkay Unal have?
Dr. Berkay Unal has approximately 14 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. Berkay Unal speak?
Dr. Berkay Unal speaks German and Turkish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Berkay Unal serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Berkay Unal is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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