QME / IME Services
Qualified Medical Evaluations (QME)
A Qualified Medical Evaluation (QME) is a medical-legal assessment performed by a physician certified by the California Division of Workers’ Compensation. The QME is used to:
Dr. Fink conducts QMEs in accordance with California regulations and established medical-legal standards, with a focus on orthopedic injuries, functional impairment, and evidence-based evaluation.
Independent Medical Evaluations (IME)
An Independent Medical Evaluation (IME) is a comprehensive assessment performed by a physician not involved in the patient’s treatment. It is typically requested to provide an objective medical opinion. IMEs are used to:
Dr. Fink conducts IMEs with strict objectivity, thorough record review, and evidence-based orthopedic analysis to ensure clear, defensible conclusions.
Dr. Fink’s QME process is structured for clarity, defensibility, and clinical accuracy. Typically:
QME / IME Services
Our Commitment to Excellence in Care
At Dr. Fink’s practice, we are committed to integrity, clinical excellence, and objective evaluation. Our goal is to provide evidence-based orthopedic care and reliable medical-legal assessments that support informed decision-making and optimal patient outcomes.
QME Exam Locations
Bakersfield, CA
Downey, CA
Manhattan Beach, CA
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Torrance, CA
As a Qualified Medical Evaluator, Dr. Fink emphasizes impartiality and fairness. His reports are concise, well-reasoned, and clearly address key medical-legal factors, including causation, apportionment, and impairment, with conclusions grounded in objective medical evidence.
Types of Evaluations
Clinical Experience
Active clinical practice in orthopedic surgery, including evaluation and treatment of foot and ankle disorders, trauma, and sports-related injuries.
Evidence-Based Approach
Committed to objective, evidence-based orthopedic evaluations with clear and defensible medical-legal conclusions.
California Licensed
Licensed physician in the State of California, providing orthopedic evaluations in accordance with state guidelines.