Hand Surgery Independent Medical Examiners

Welcome to the SEAK National Directory of Independent Medical Examiners. The Hand Surgery 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.

Ralph N. Purcell, MD

Purcell Orthopedic Institute

Scottsdale, Arizona
Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery - Board Certified Practicing Orthopedic Surgeon, Fellowship Trained in Hand Surgery, Fellow of Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons, Sports Medicine, Trauma, Impairment Ratings, Expert Witness, Industrial Injuries, Athletic Injuries, Motor Vehicle Injuries, Extremity Surgery, Spine. Attending Ortho Surgeon Columbia U.- 15 yrs., Harvard, Columbia and New York U. Trained, National Lecturer on IMEs and Injury Causation. Extensive Deposition and Trial Experience.
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Charles D Varela, M.D.

Ozark Orthopedic and Hand Surgery Center, PA

Mountain View, Arkansas
Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery - Wrist Surgery, Elbow Surgery, Shoulder Surgery
License(s): AR, MO 30 Years of active clinical practice. 20 years performing IMEs 100 IMEs performed Served as Chief of Orthopedic Surgery, U.S. Army Combat Support Hosptial Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship, Duke University Medical Center Authored 10 peer reviewed articles Certified, American Board of Orthopedic Surgery Certificate of Added Qualification in Hand Surgery Certification, American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
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Glenn D. Cohen, MD

Glenn D. Cohen, MD, Inc.

Westlake Village, California
Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery - Dr. Cohen’s qualifications include board certification in Orthopedic Surgery and Subspecialty Certificate in Surgery of the Hand, Wrist, and Elbow. He maintains a successful surgical practice treating all conditions of the Hand, Wrist, and Elbow. Extensive experience in the capacity of Expert Witness, Independent Medical Evaluator, Qualified Medical Evaluator, Agreed Medical Evaluator, and record reviewer.
In the capacity of Independent Medical Evaluator, I conduct an extensive, thorough, unbiased, and impartial examination of the injured party. Dr. Cohen will ensure that all complaints and issues are addressed at the time of the evaluation. Appropriate history is taken and testing is performed in order to arrive at a medical opinion, which is then presented in telephonic consultation and/or written report form. Dr. Cohen possesses two board-certifications; one in Hand, Wrist and Elbow surgery and the other in orthopedic surgery. He is internationally recognized as the go to person for professional athletes, musicians, celebrities, Olympians, medical professionals, fire and police personnel and anyone with hand, wrist or elbow problems. This year marks his 23rd year of practice in Southern California. He is a very active clinical physician and an expert witness for over 16 years. He is licensed in CA, NV, UT, and WY. Here are links (http://www.handexpert.net/) and (www.handsurgeon.o...
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John F Cook, Jr., M.D.

Newport Beach, California
Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery - Double Board Certified Orthopedic Hand Wrist and Upper Extremity Specialist, IME, AME, QME
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David E Feiner, MD

Sports Medicine Institute & FX3 Holdings LLC

Clermont, Florida
Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery - * All General Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery *Hand, Wrist, Upper Extremity, Peripheral Nerve surgery and Microsurgery *Upper Extremity arthroscopy, endoscopic and open carpal tunnel release, cubital tunnel release *Pediatric Hand Surgery, congenital hand surgery *Regenerative Medicine (Stem cell and PRP)
Board Certified American Board of Orthopedic Surgery Certificate of Added Qualification in Hand Surgery
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Harris Gellman, MD

Broward Hand Center

Coral Springs, Florida
Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery - All areas of Hand and Upper Extremity. Additional experience in hand and wrist injury, nerve injury, neuromuscular and spastic disorders. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Upper extremity trauma, fractures, all injuries to the upper extremity Pediatric Upper Extremity Adult Upper Extremity Hand Surgery Wrist Surgery
Board Certified Orthopedic Surgery Certificate of Added Qualification in Hand Surgery Residency Orthopedic Surgery: University of PA Fellowship: Hand Surgery: UCSD Medical Center, San Diego Served as Professor of Hand and Orthopedic Surgery Authored multiple book chapters, 2 books, and over 70 peer-reviewed articles
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David H Gilbert, MD

David H. Gilbert, MD & Associates

Oakland Park, Florida
Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery - Practice limited to hand, wrist, forearm and elbow disorders/injuries.
CAQ (Certificate of Added Qualifications) in Surgery of the Hand, Double Board Certified in both Orthopedic Surgery and Hand Surgery Expert Medical Advisor State of FL Member American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Member American Society for Surgery of the Hand Two-time Winner Florida Choice Award Best Work Comp Doctors in FL Practice limited only to hand, wrist, elbow injuries/disorders.
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Omar David Hussamy, M.D.

Vero Beach, Florida
Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery - Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery Fellowship trained in Sports Medicine, Shoulder, Knee and Hand Surgery. Performs arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee and ankle. Performs minimally invasive total joint replacement of the hip, knee and shoulder. Performs hand, elbow and wrist surgery. Performs foot and ankle surgery. Evaluates and treats all conditions of the cervical and lumbar spine. 29 years in practice
Available for IMEs/CMEs, medicolegal work, second opinions, disability evaluations. Multiple office locations in Florida Available to travel throughout the United States and abroad to perform IME/CMEs Trained in AMA 5th and 6th Edition Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment. Trained in ODG, Florida, New York and California Worker's Compensation Guides for Treatment and Evaluation of Permanent Impairment
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Steve E Meadows, M.D.

South Palm Orthopedics

Delray Beach, Florida
Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery
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Stephen J Miller, M.D.

Stephen J. Miller, M.D., P.A.

Miami, Florida
Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery - Board certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Surgery of the Hand and Upper Extremity with Certification of Added Qualifications in Surgery of the Hand
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Purnell Traverso, MD, FACS

Traverso Hand Inc

Coral Springs, Florida
Hand Surgery - Hand fractures, wrist fractures, forearm fractures, nerve injury, nerve repair, Carpal tunnel syndrome, Cubital tunnel syndrome, Hand and wrist arthritis, wrist arthroscopy, TFCC injuries, micro vascular surgery, tendon injury and repair, hand and wrist pain, hand and wrist masses.
Dr Traverso is Board certified in Hand, Wrist and microvascular surgery. He is currently in private practice seeing both insurances and Workmans comp and has extensive experience with IME's, and depositions Dr Traverso has extensive experience in nerve injury, fractures and all wrist and hand trauma. Lisensed in Florida and Connecticut Over 9 years in private practice with experience with - Workmans compensation patients - over 35 IME's performed - Deposed/testified over 50 times
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Charles A Soma, MD

North Shore Orthopedics Inc

Wailuku, Hawaii
Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery - OVER 500 IME'S PERFORMED OVER 30 YEARS IN HAWAII ABIME TRAINED IN 5TH AND 6TH EDITION RATINGS ABOS CERTIFIED AND RECERTIFIED IN SPORTS MEDICINE THROUGH 2026
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Sanjay K Patari, MD

Center For Sports Orthopaedics, PC

Hoffman Estates, Illinois
Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery - All Upper Extremity Conditions from Hand to Shoulder and Cervical spine conditions. Previous Certification in the AMA guides 6th edition and can provide Impairment ratings accordingly
I am performing IME and records reviews for Illinois and Wisconsin Jurisdictions. I am experienced in providing Impairment rating in Illinois using the AMA guides 6th ed. I am experienced in providing Permanent Partial Disability ratings in Wisconsin using the Wisconsin Administrative Code DWD 80.32 Permanent Disbilities
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Tyson K Cobb, MD

Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist and Hand Center of Excellence

Davenport, Iowa
Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery - Dr. Tyson Cobb, a board certified Orthopedic Surgeon is a pioneer and expert in the use of minimally invasive orthopedic surgery of the upper extremity including the hands, wrist, elbow and shoulder. Dr. Cobb obtained his Orthopedic Surgery training at the Mayo Clinic and has had over 50 abstracts accepted for presentation at national and international meetings, published over a dozen book chapters and has had approximately 50 research papers accepted for publication in peer reviewed journals.
Dr. Tyson Cobb, a board certified Orthopedic Surgeon is a pioneer and expert in the use of minimally invasive orthopedic surgery of the upper extremity including the hands, wrist, elbow and shoulder. Dr. Cobb obtained his Orthopedic Surgery training at the Mayo Clinic and has had over 50 abstracts accepted for presentation at national and international meetings, published over a dozen book chapters and has had approximately 50 research papers accepted for publication in peer reviewed journals. He is frequently invited to lecture at national and international meetings. Specialized areas of expertise include Shoulder Arthroscopy, Cubital tunnel surgery, Carpal tunnel surgery, nerve compression, wrist arthritis, small joint arthroscopy, elbow surgery and workplace injury. Dr. Cobb is the immediate past President of the International wrist arthroscopy society, formally known as the European Wrist Arthroscopy Society. He is an instructor of surgeons at courses and labs around the worl...
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Barry j Cohen, MD, MBA

Barry J. Cohen, MD, PC

Rockville, Maryland
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hand Surgery - I am expert in burn reconstruction, hand surgery, and general reconstructive surgery. I have been admitted as an expert in court in MD, DC, and VA as well as Federal Court. I am currently enrolled in law school as an added perspective to my MD and healthcare MBA. I have turn around time of one week max for reports with in-house transcription.
As noted above, I have a healthcare MBA from GW, and am currently enrolled in law school part time. As part of my training, I spent two years in various burn units. I also have significant experience in hand surgery, burn reconstruction, and general reconstructive plastic surgery.
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Nicholas Elisseou, MD

Newton Center, Massachusetts
Hand Surgery - Hand Surgery, Wrist Surgery, Peripheral nerve surgery, Sports medicine of the hand and wrist, Impairment Ratings, Personal Injury, Industrial Injury, Carpal tunnel, trigger finger, fractures, arthritis, sports, joint replacement, thumb arthritis, tendon repair
Dr. Elisseou is a board-certified practicing Hand Surgeon with offices at Norwood Orthopedic Associates and Nashoba Valley Medical Center. He also practices at the Providence VA Medical Center. Dr. Elisseou earned his medical degree at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. He completed his residency in General Surgery at Brown University, where he was selected to serve as Executive Chief Resident in his final year of training and received the prestigious Outstanding Resident Teacher award. He completed his fellowship at the Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Microsurgery at the University of Louisville. He is an Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Boston University. He has served as a hand and wrist consultant for the Massachusetts Pirates. Dr. Elisseou was recognized as a Top Doctor by Castle and Connolly and Boston Magazine in 2022.
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David Ruchelsman, M.D., F.A.A.O.S.

Newton, Massachusetts
Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery - Hand Surgery, Wrist and Elbow Surgery, Peripheral nerve surgery, Sports medicine of the hand and wrist
Dr. Ruchelsman is the Chief of the Division of Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedics Surgery and holds a Subspecialty Certificate of Added Qualification in Surgery of the Hand and Upper Extremity. He is Clinical Associate Professor at Tufts University School of Medicine and a consultant at MGH/Harvard Medical School. He is the President and Director of the Hand Surgery Research & Education Foundation, a 501(c)(3). He is a hand and wrist sports medicine consultant for the New England Patriots, Harvard University (Division I Ivy League), Boston College (Division I ACC) and several other regional Division I-III collegiate programs. He has served as Team Physician for the USA National ice hockey and basketball teams. He continues to publish and lecture on hand and wrist injuries unique to the athlete. Dr. Ruchelsman graduated from Boston University, Summa Cum Laude. He received his medical degree from...
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Glen D Seidman, MD

South Shore Orthopedics

Hingham, Massachusetts
Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery - I completed my Orthopedic Surgery Residency at Boston Universit in 1992 and the Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in 1993. I am board certified by the American Board of Ortho. Sur. and the certificate of added qualification in surgery of the hand. I recently completed the SEAK IME course and previously the QME course/certification. Since 1993, I have maintained an outpatient and inpatient practice full-time in both orthopedi
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Scott Langford, MD

Rockhill Orthopaedic Specialists, Inc

Lee's Summit, Missouri
Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery - Board Certified Hand Surgeon & Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Procedures Performed: Carpal Tunnel Surgery Cubital Tunnel Surgery Upper Extremity Surgery Tendon repairs and transfers Finger, Hand, Wrist, Forearm, Elbow, Arm & Shoulder fracture surgery Nerve and Tendon repairs De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Arthritis Surgery and Joint Replacement Tendonitis Surgery Dupuytren’s Surgery and Needle Aponeurotomy Trigger finger surgery Xiaflex dupuytren’s contracture treatment Lower Extremity fracture surgery
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Matthew Winterton, MD

Midwest Hand Surgery

Chesterfield, Missouri
Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery - Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder, peripheral nerve surgery, microvascular surgery, and orthoplastic reconstructive microsurgery. Certified impairment rater for AMA 4th/5th/6th Guides as applicable to state laws.
Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder, peripheral nerve, microvascular surgery, and orthoplastic reconstructive microsurgery. Member of the Evidence-Based Medicine Committee of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. Licensed in and actively perform exams in multiple states including Missouri, Illinois, Alaska, Washington, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut.
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Dolf R Ichtertz, MD

Nebraska Hand & Shoulder Institute, PC

Grand Island,, Nebraska
Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery - I practice general orthopaedics with a strong emphasis on the upper extremity and peripheral nerve entrapment . I have been responsible for statewide improvement in return to work and prevention of being on disability. I lead the nation in the least time off of work, if at all, after upper extremity surgery with only rare residual impairments even for shoulder surgery. I have been doing impairment ratings and IMEs for 38 years. I include supportive references where it seems appropriate.
Board certified in Orthopedics and in Hand surgery Proficient with Nerve conduction study and offer on site digital NCS Have CA x-ray supervisor license and take my own digital x-rays Published on Rapid mobilization of fractured ankles (fullweight bearing in light brace within a week, Lower extremity vascular. Injury, Rheumatoid hand reconstruction, and benign spine tumors. Have 4 studies being prepared now for publication on basilar thumb denervation for arthritis, percutaneus wrist denervation, vascular anomaly as a cause of cubital tunnel syndrome, and An objective means of treating cubital tunnel syndrome non-operatively vs. operatively rather than simply guessing.
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Leah Herzog, MD

Henderson, Nevada
Hand Surgery, Orthopedics - I specialize in all upper extremity musculoskeletal injuries.
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Colby P Young, MD

Hand Surgery Specialists of Nevada

Las Vegas, Nevada
Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery
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Raymond G. Decker, Jr.

Central Jersey Hand Surgery

Eatontown, New Jersey
Hand Surgery, Orthopedics
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Hilton C Adler, MD

Suffolk Plastic Surgeons PC

East Setauket, New York
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hand Surgery - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Cosmetic Surgery Hand Surgery Scar Evaluations IME and Record Reviews for all Liability, Workers Comp and NO Fault
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery and Stony Brook University Hospital
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Paul G. Kleinman, MD

Putnam Valley, New York
Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery - Trauma, hand, sports, speak Spanish
To schedule in Manhattan office: call 212-567-3777 To schedule in Putnam Valley or Middletown only use following email: [email protected] To schedule in Highland only use following email: [email protected]
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Robert V Moriarty, MD FAAOS

Melville Medical

Huntington, New York
Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery - American Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, NYS WCB Exams, SLU, File Reviews. Offices in Suffolk and Nassau Counties. AMA Impairment Determinations/Conversions.
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James Apesos, MD

James Apesos MD, Inc.

Dayton, Ohio
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hand Surgery
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Subhash J Patel, MD

Subhash J Patel MD

West Columbia, South Carolina
Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery - Dr. Patel has over 40 years of Orthopaedic practice experience, emphasizing upper extremities. He has treated all musculoskeletal conditions, including neck, back, shoulder, elbow, hand hip, knee and foot. In addition he is an Emeritus Associate Clinical Professor with the Department of Orthopedic Surgery for the University of South Carolina, Medical School. A Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Fellow of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Certified added qualification Surgery of Hand Fellow of American College of Surgeons Fellow of International College of Surgeons Hand Surgery and Microvascular Surgery Fellowship Duke University, Durham, North Carolina Shoulder and Elbow Fellowship Oxford, England Certified American Board of Independent Medical Examiners Senior Visiting Orthopedic Consultant SSSIHMS, India
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Timothy Larson, MD

Denton Hand & Orthopedics

Denton, Texas
Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery - Orthopedic Surgery with subspecialty certification of Surgery of the Hand. Primary clinical focus is upper extremity orthopedic and nerve compression disorders. Completed Microsurgery Course at Indiana University.
Dr. Larson is an experienced hand and upper extremity orthopedic surgeon and is board certified in both Orthopedic Surgery and in Surgery of the Hand. His areas of expertise involves carpal and cubital tunnel syndromes, hand, wrist and elbow trauma and tendon disorders, sports injuries, and arthritis of the hand, wrist and elbow. A graduate of The Ohio State University with Magna Cum Laude honors, Dr. Larson received Orthopedic Surgery training at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC, and completed fellowship training in Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery at the Mary S. Stern/University of Cincinnati. CV is available upon request, or can be found at www.dentonhand.com, under the “About” tab.
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John J. Siegert, MD, MS

Hand Doctors of Milwaukee, S.C.

Mequon, Wisconsin
Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery - All disorders of the upper extremity: hand through shoulder; prompt record reviews.
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