Dr. Wayne M Whalen, DC
Chiropractic
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Office Address
10405 SAN DIEGO MISSION RD STE 106, San Diego, CA 92108
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Counties Served
San Diego County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Wayne M Whalen
Dr. Wayne W. Whalen, DC is the Clinic Director and Owner of Whalen Chiropractic in Santee, CA, which he established in 1988. He has more than 40 years of experience in the health care field including over 30 years in chiropractic. He is Board Certified in Chiropractic Neurology, a Fellow of the International College of Chiropractors, and an acknowledged expert in workers' compensation. He served as President of the California Chiropractic Association and chaired the national chiropractic organization charged with developing treatment guidelines. His practice has 4 doctors and 3 massage therapists on staff.
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About Chiropractic QME Evaluations
Chiropractic QME evaluations address spinal and musculoskeletal conditions commonly seen in workplace injuries, including disc herniations, spinal subluxations, and soft-tissue injuries. The evaluating chiropractor assesses spinal alignment, range of motion, and the appropriateness of ongoing chiropractic care.
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 Diego County
Dr. Wayne M Whalen serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego 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. Wayne M Whalen evaluate as a QME?
A Chiropractic 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. Wayne M Whalen's office located?
Dr. Wayne M Whalen's office is located at 10405 SAN DIEGO MISSION RD STE 106, San Diego, CA 92108. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for San Diego County.
What are Dr. Wayne M Whalen's board certifications?
Dr. Wayne M Whalen holds the following board certifications: QME, Board Certified Chiropractic Neurology, Fellow of the International College of Chiropractors. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Wayne M Whalen's education and training background?
Dr. Wayne M Whalen's training includes: . This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Wayne M Whalen have?
Dr. Wayne M Whalen has approximately 38 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified chiropractic physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
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