An Independent Medical Evaluation (IME) is a neutral, third-party medical assessment performed by a physician who has not been involved in the patient’s treatment. At Comprehensive Hand Surgery Center, IMEs are conducted by Dr. David Galpern, a board-certified hand and upper extremity surgeon with extensive expertise evaluating complex injuries.
Our goal is to provide clear, unbiased medical opinions that support attorneys, insurers, and claims professionals in making informed, confident decisions.
Focused Expertise in Hand and Upper Extremity Conditions
With fellowship training and a practice dedicated solely to the upper extremity, Dr. Galpern evaluates a wide range of injuries and diagnoses, including:
This focused expertise leads to assessments that are detailed, accurate, and highly relevant to medicolegal questions.
Every IME is conducted with the highest standard of impartiality and grounded in medical evidence. Findings reflect the physical examination, a review of records, objective measurements, and established clinical guidelines. Our goal is to provide a clear, well-supported medical opinion that can be confidently relied upon in legal and insurance settings.
IME reports are written in clear and concise language. Each evaluation addresses essential medicolegal considerations, including:
Our reporting is structured to support hearings, negotiations, and claims resolution with accuracy and clarity.
To discuss a case or submit a referral, please contact our office:
Phone: (804) 506-3050
Email: in**@*****sc.com
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