Disability Evaluations Independent Medical Examiners
Welcome to the SEAK National Directory of Independent Medical Examiners. The Disability Evaluations Independent Medical Examiners found here provide independent medical exams (IMEs), medical evaluations, impartial examinations, independent medical assessments, vocational assessments, functional capacity evaluations, impairment ratings, second opinions, return to work evaluations, or fitness for duty exams to evaluate the extent of disability, permanent impairment or injuries.
Jenna I. Metellus, PsyD
Affinity Health Psychological Corporation
Porter Ranch , California
Psychology, Disability Evaluations
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Services include an evaluation of all claimed conditions associated with mental health with a specialization in Post Traumatic Stress disorder (PTSD), psychological consultation, psychological evaluations, Independent Medical Opinions (IMOs), thorough medical record review & expert nexus letters with the veteran population.
At this time, our clinicians are available to service clients in California, Oregon and Nevada only.
Dr Metellus' background includes extensive experience with the Veteran's Benefit's Administration (VBA). She worked for approximately 5 years with VBA, both on the Federal and State levels, where she assisted veteran's with their disability claims. For the past 7 years, she's primarily worked as a contracted VA disability examiner. Given her experience, she is well-versed in the evaluation process and the specific needs of veterans when it comes to VA Disability Compensation.
Former Veteran's Service Representative (VSR) for the Veteran's Benefit's Administration (VBA)
Former California Department of Veteran Affairs (CALVET) Veteran's Service Officer (VSO)
Bilingual English-Spanish.
David P. Kalin, MD, MPH
The Healthplace Center for Disability & Independent Medical Evaluations
Oldsmar, Florida
Family Medicine, Disability Evaluations
Since 1992, with the establishment of THE HEALTHPLACE CENTER for Disability and Independent Evaluation those suffering from Medical/Legal confusion have been offered comprehensive medical evaluation with effective translation of medical problems for the swift resolution of legal, governmental and insurance issues dealing with long-term disability/life care planning, personal injury, medical malpractice, environmental exposure, Workers’ Compensation, PIP Social Security and Emergency Medical Condition.
Masters in the Science of Public Health
Fellow American Academy of Family Physicians
Certified Independent Medical Examiner
LlCENSE:
Florida ME003624
North Carolina 58382
NPI 1821091406
DR. KALIN specializes in complex case apportionment, assists in blocking cases for anticipated litigation, evaluates for future medical expenses and is available for consultation.
DR. KALIN also works as the Medical Director of injury/accident clinics in Florida where he evaluates and treats pati...
Richard A. Saladino, DC
Bradenton, Florida
Chiropractic, Disability Evaluations
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Evidenced-based Independent Medical Examinations
-AMA Guides 5th and 6th Edition
-35 years practice experience
-No Malpractice
-No State License Administrative Actions
Stanley C Haimes, MD, MPH, CIH, CIME, FACOEM
Center for Occupational and Environmental Health
Orlando, Florida
Occupational Medicine, Disability Evaluations
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Occupational Medicine, Toxicology, Medical Criteria for Employment as a Firefighter or Law Enforcement Officer (LEO), Exposure Evaluation, Disability Evaluation, Return to Duty, Fit for Duty, Workers Compensation, Complex Causation.
Assistant Professor at the College of Medicine of the University of Central Florida. Board Certified in Occupational Medicine, Residency Trained at Johns Hopkins, and a Fellow of the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (FACOEM). Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and Certified Safety Professional (CSP). Certified Independent Medical Examiner (CIME). Medical Officer for the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Member of the national committee that determines safe exposure levels to chemicals in the workplace (Threshold Limit Value Committee of the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists). Member of Scientific Review Panel for the Hazardous Substance Data Base (HSDB) maintained by the National Institutes of Health. Member of the national committees that develop medical guidelines for employment as a firefighter (NFPA 1582 Technical Committee) and a law enforcement officer (ACOEM LEO Medical Guidance).
Jeffrey Westpheling, MD, MPH
Probity Medical Services, LLC
Marion, Iowa
Occupational Medicine, Disability Evaluations
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Clinical Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Medical Review Officer, Commercial Driver Medical Examiner. Expert in workers compensation independent medical examinations and impairment ratings. Twenty five years clinical occupational medicine experience evaluating, examining, diagnosing, and treating thousands of injured workers with all types of conditions. By way of a Master of Public Health degree, I have additional training in epidemiology, biostatistics, and toxicology.
Served as medical director of Infection Prevention Committee for Mercy Hospital, Cedar Rapids, IA and member of Infection Control Committee, Medical Associates, Dubuque, IA. Developed interest, knowledge, and expertise in occupational infectious disease with emphasis on blood borne pathogens exposure management.
As a former EMT, Paramedic, Firefighter/Paramedic, and Life Flight Paramedic, I experienced firsthand and developed an understanding of the kinetics and pathophysiology of accidental and intentional trauma. I bring this unique perspective and knowledge to the analysis of various traumatic injuries resulting from falls, motor vehicle collisions, including those involving commercial trucks, machinery, and violence.
I produce well reasoned understandable reports in a time efficient manner. I maintain office locations in Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, and Davenport, Iowa with simple and accessible scheduling.
Airell L Nygaard, MD
Private
Excelsior, Minnesota
Orthopedic Surgery, Disability Evaluations
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He focuses on Personal Injuries sustained in slip and fall or transportation-related accidents, along with Disability evaluations.
His decades of experience and a broad understanding of complex musculoskeletal problems, ranging from fractures and soft tissue injuries, to orthopedic diseases, enhance his ability to recognize patterns of orthopedic syndromes, various treatment protocols, and anticipated typical recoveries.
An affable but concise demeanor enhances his personal interactions.
I am a Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon residing in Minneapolis MN, offering my services in providing IME’s, Disability Consulting, Depositions, Court Testimony, and Medical File reviews.
Licensed in MN and CA, I have a clean disciplinary record, with no pending or recent complaints or malpractice claims. Hand and thumb arthritis forced my retirement from my Orthopedic Surgery practice 2 ¾ years ago, but have resumed my practice in Legal Medicine.
My prior practice focus included broad exposure to upper and lower extremity care, orthopedic sports medicine, fracture care, non-surgical spine care, arthritis management, and extensive joint replacement experience of the shoulder, hip, and knee.
I have enhanced my prior experience with IME’s, Depositions, and Court Testimony with SEAK Inc. training in IME exams and reports, multiple types of Medical File reviews, Expert Witnessing and Depositions, along with ongoing course work with the 6th edition AMA Digital Guides.
I have broad...
Lionel Pereira, MD
Serene Behavioral Healthcare
Manchester, New Hampshire
Psychiatry, Disability Evaluations
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Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Addiction
Disability Evaluation
Utilization Review
Trudy-Ann K. Gayle, Ph.D.
Life Matters Services/Industrial Medical Associates
Valley Stream, New York
Psychology, Disability Evaluations
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Dr. Gayle is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience in conducting psychiatric diagnostic evaluations for disability cases and Worker's Compensation. She has conducted thousands of evaluations for Social Security Disability. She is also proficient at conducting psychiatric evaluations to determine Fit for Duty for State and Federal Employees. She is very familiar with giving expert testimony in Worker's Compensation and Fit for Duty cases in the state of New York.
Robert G. Josephberg, MD
Yonkers, New York
Ophthalmology, Disability Evaluations
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Diabetic retinopathy,personal injury, macular degeneration, all eye diseases, retinal and vitreous diseases, endophthalmitis,retinal detachments, all eye work related injuries, work, accidental and other eye diseases, orbital trauma, double vision, loss of vision, and eye trauma. Dr Josephberg is well versed in workman's compensation and work related related injuries. He has done numerous exams on accident related injuries along with malpractice claims. He will use state and or AMA guidelines
Recognized as a world expert in all fields of Retina and Vitreous. Has taught for the past 33 years as Chief of Retina at Westchester Medical Center, a premier tier one trauma center in The USA and associated with NY Medical College. Great communicator. Well published and respected by his peers and patients . Peer reviewer of several major retinal journals. Member of Multiple Societies , including AAO, NYSMS ,NYSOS, ARVO and ASRS , Patent Holder of the world renowned Sutureless vitrectomy technique done by almost every retinal surgeon and specialist in the world, and the newly invented and patented and well received Josephberg-Besser scleral Depressor to find retinal tears in the office and in the operating room .Educator of not only his peers worldwide ,but residents and medical students for last 35 years. Voted into the prestigious 2017 Retina Hall of Fame. Multiple visits around the world as a volunteer on Project Orbis to teach Retina to overseas retinal specialists an...
Anthony M Tarescavage, PhD
Cleveland Psychological Testing
Middleburg Heights, Ohio
Forensic Psychology, Disability Evaluations
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I am a professor, researcher, and Ohio-licensed forensic and clinical psychologist. My expertise is in psychological assessment, particularly in civil, criminal, and public safety settings. I have published over 6o articles on psychological testing in scientific journals and books. The average licensed psychologist has zero publications. I am an expert in disability evaluations related to workers compensation, VA benefits, Social Security, and personal injury.
Paul A. Deardorff, PhD
ForPsych: A Forensic Psychology Practice
Cincinnati, Ohio
Forensic Psychology, Disability Evaluations
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Independent Psychological Evaluations for work and non-work related issues.
Nathalee Belser, MD, MPA, CIME
Occupational Medicine Services LLC
Columbia, South Carolina
Occupational Medicine, Disability Evaluations
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We provide South Carolina expert solutions to medical - legal workers' compensation problems. Our licensed physician is Board certified in Occupational Medicine and is a certified independent medical examiner, with experience in impairment ratings and American Medical Association (AMA) Guide to evaluation of permanent impairment 6th Edition.
Jasdeep S. Dalawari, MD FACC FSCAI
Dalawari Medical Services, LLC DBA Cardiomedlegal
Glen Allen, Virginia
Cardiology - Cardiovascular Disease, Disability Evaluations
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Dr. Dalawari is a General, Interventional, and Vascular Cardiologist with over ten years of experience in the industry. He is a Professor of Interventional Cardiology at The University of Pikeville in Kentucky.
He is board certified in multiple medical specialties including Interventional Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, Vascular Medicine, Endovascular Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Emergency Medicine.
He enjoys IMEs and cardiovascular disability examinations.
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