Dr. Mark A Wolgin, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
22020 CLARENDON ST 101, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Mark A Wolgin
Dr. Mark Alan Wolgin, M.D. is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who is fellowship-trained in both spinal surgery and foot/ankle surgery. A California native, he earned his undergraduate and medical degrees from UCLA and completed his orthopaedic residency at Harbor/UCLA Medical Center. While his NPI is registered in New York/Georgia, he trained extensively in California and is a member of the California Orthopaedic Association. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He currently practices at Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists in New York, having previously practiced in Albany, Georgia at Orthopaedic Associates.
Education & Board Certifications
- B.S., Biology, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), 1982
- M.D., UCLA School of Medicine, 1986
- Internship, Harbor/UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, CA, 1987
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Harbor/UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, CA, completed 1992
- Fellowship, Foot and Ankle Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, 1993
- Fellowship, Spinal Disorders, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, 2003
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. Mark A Wolgin serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Ventura 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. Mark A Wolgin 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. Mark A Wolgin's office located?
Dr. Mark A Wolgin's office is located at 22020 CLARENDON ST 101, Woodland Hills, CA 91367. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Mark A Wolgin's board certifications?
Dr. Mark A Wolgin holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Mark A Wolgin's education and training background?
Dr. Mark A Wolgin's training includes: B.S., Biology, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), 1982; M.D., UCLA School of Medicine, 1986; Internship, Harbor/UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, CA, 1987; Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Harbor/UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, CA, completed 1992; Fellowship, Foot and Ankle Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, 1993; Fellowship, Spinal Disorders, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, 2003. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Mark A Wolgin have?
Dr. Mark A Wolgin has approximately 33 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. Mark A Wolgin serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Mark A Wolgin is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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