Dr. Stephen H Whitelaw, DC
Chiropractic
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Office Address
1211 N MAIN ST, Salinas, CA 93906-2826
Phone
Counties Served
Monterey County, Santa Cruz County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Stephen H Whitelaw
Dr. Stephen Homer Whitelaw, DC is a chiropractor practicing in Aptos, CA at Aptos Chiropractic Center located at 9515 Soquel Dr. He graduated from Life Chiropractic College in 1988 and has over 37 years of experience. His areas of expertise include hip pain, lower back pain, and neck pain. He provides telehealth services and is currently accepting new patients.
Education & Board Certifications
- Life Chiropractic College (DC, 1988)
Languages Spoken
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 Served Counties
Dr. Stephen H Whitelaw serves workers' compensation cases in Monterey County, Santa Cruz 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. Stephen H Whitelaw 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. Stephen H Whitelaw's office located?
Dr. Stephen H Whitelaw's office is located at 1211 N MAIN ST, Salinas, CA 93906-2826. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Monterey County.
What is Dr. Stephen H Whitelaw's education and training background?
Dr. Stephen H Whitelaw's training includes: Life Chiropractic College (DC, 1988). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Stephen H Whitelaw have?
Dr. Stephen H Whitelaw 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.
Which counties does Dr. Stephen H Whitelaw serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Stephen H Whitelaw is available for QME evaluations in Monterey County, Santa Cruz County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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