Dr. Jervis Yau, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
575 E HARDY ST STE 221, Inglewood, CA 90301
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Santa Barbara County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Jervis Yau
Dr. Jervis Yau is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist practicing in Santa Barbara, California. He offers minimally invasive treatment for shoulder, knee, hip, elbow, and ankle injuries and has a particular interest in joint preservation through minimally invasive surgical techniques and cartilage restoration including autologous chondrocyte implantation, osteochondral autograft transplant (OATs), and osteochondral allograft transplantation. Dr. Yau serves as team physician for Westmont College, UC Santa Barbara Intercollegiate Athletics, Cate School, Bishop Diego High School, and Santa Barbara High School. He is a past team physician for the San Francisco Giants, San Francisco Bulls Hockey, and the ATP/WTA Pilot Pen Tennis Tournament.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, University of California, San Diego
- MD, New York Medical College (Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society)
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Yale New Haven Hospital, Yale University School of Medicine
- Fellowship, Sports Medicine, Sports Orthopedic and Rehabilitation (SOAR)
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. Jervis Yau serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Santa Barbara 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. Jervis Yau 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. Jervis Yau's office located?
Dr. Jervis Yau's office is located at 575 E HARDY ST STE 221, Inglewood, CA 90301. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Jervis Yau's board certifications?
Dr. Jervis Yau holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Jervis Yau's education and training background?
Dr. Jervis Yau's training includes: BS, University of California, San Diego; MD, New York Medical College (Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society); Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Yale New Haven Hospital, Yale University School of Medicine; Fellowship, Sports Medicine, Sports Orthopedic and Rehabilitation (SOAR). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Jervis Yau have?
Dr. Jervis Yau has approximately 19 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. Jervis Yau serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Jervis Yau is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Santa Barbara County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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