Independent Medical Opinion
Specialists
Addiction Medicine Specialist
Recognises the psychological, physical complications of addiction disorders and the health problems arising from them, such as:
Drugs
Alcohol
Pharmaceutical dependency
Cardiologist
A physician who specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions or diseases of the heart.
Arrhythmia
Heart failure
Heart attack
Coronary artery disease
Angina
Hypertension
Valvular heart disease
Chiropractor
A practitioner who assesses health conditions relating to the bones, muscles and joints.
Back & Neck Pain
Headache
Whiplash
Strains and overuse
Work & Sports Injuries
Arthritis
Restricted Movement
Clinical Neuropsychologist
A Psychologist who specialises in neuro-developmental disorders that affect learning and general functioning.
A Psychologist who specialises in neuro-developmental disorders that affect learning and general functioning.
Assessments involve a detailed clinical interview which covers:
Accident history
Description of injuries and alleged disabilities
Medical
Psychological
occupational
Educational and family history
Description of post-injury functionality
Emotional and cognitive symptoms and disabilities
Extensive psychometric and clinical evaluation of:
Intellectual cognitive
Personality and emotional functioning
Pain behavior
Vocational potential and symptom validity
Malingering
Feigned incompetence
If appropriate and required, whole person impairment ratings can also be provided.
Clinical Pathologist
A medical specialist trained in chemical pathology, microbiology, haematology and blood banking. Their role is similar to a General Pathologists, but unlike General Pathologists they do not do Anatomical Pathology.
Dental Surgeon
A Dentist who has specialised in oral surgery, diagnosis, treatment & prognosis of injuries to the:
Maxilla
Mandible
Soft tissue injuries of the lips & tongue
Palate
Dento-alveolar injuries
Trauma
All dental services such as:
General Dentistry
Orthodontic Care
Teeth Whitening
Dental Implants
Dental Veneers
Occlusion and Bite Therapy
Dentist
A specialist in the care of teeth and gums, and the treatment of oral disease.
Teeth and mouth injuries
Jaw and bite problems
Motor vehicle accident
Loss of teeth
Dermatologist
A medical practitioner qualified to assess skin disease and allergic disorders including:
Dermatitis
Tinea
Eczema
Skin cancers
Melanomas
Psoriasis
Moles & cellulitis
Cutaneous lesions
Solar keratoses
Vitiligo
Dietician
An expert on health conditions such as:
Diabetes
Obesity
Cancer
Heart Disease
Renal Disease
Gastro-intestinal Diseases
Food allergies
Endocrinologist
A medical practitioner trained to diagnose and treat:
Thyroid disorders
Hormones
Glands
Metabolic disorders
Menopause
Osteoporosis
Cholesterol disorders hypertension
Infertility and growth disorders
Hernia
Brain tumour & cancer
Ent Surgeon
Ear, Nose & Throat – Otolaryngologist
A surgical specialist who deals with conditions of the ear, nose, and throat and related structures of the head and neck.
Deafness (industrial)
Tinnitus
Abnormalities of the auditory nerve
Vertigo (imbalance)
Damage to the ear drum
All throat
Hearing & voice problems
Nose/sinus & breathing problems
Balance
Loss of taste & smell
Allergy testing
Endodontist
A Dentist who specialises in dealing with the cause, prevention and treatment of dental pulp.
Forensic Pathologist
Subspecialist in pathology, trained in the examination of sudden, unexpected or violent deaths to determine the cause and manner.
Forensic Psychologist
Psychologist trained to apply clinical psychological practice to individuals involved in legal proceedings.
Gastroenterologist
A medical practitioner qualified to diagnose and treat all gastrointestinal diseases:
Diseases of the bowel & related digestive tract
Diseases of the liver and pancreas
Peptic ulcers
Ulcerative colitis
Colon or rectal cancers
Hepatitis
Ducts
Bile
Small intestine
Rectum
Gallbladder
Colitis
IBS
Oesophagus
Stomach
Colon polyps
Reflux
Bowel symptoms
Hepatologist
General Practitioner (IMCs)
A physician who is not oriented in a specific study of medicine but instead covers a variety of medical problems in patients of all ages.
Musculoskeletal injuries
Occupational injuries
Toxicology
Pain management
General Surgeon
A physician who has special training and expertise in performing a variety of surgical operations.
Limb
Back & neck injuries
Hernias
Abdominal injuries/diseases
Soft tissue injuries
Obesity
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Breast surgery
GIT (Gastro-Intestinal)
DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis)
Varicose veins
Geriatrician
An expert in the branch of medicine that deals with diagnosing diseases and conditions of the aged such as:
Alzheimer’s
Arthritis
Osteoporosis
Parkinson’s disease
Memory loss
Chronic heart
Stroke & vision
Internal medicine
Rehabilitation
Falls
Confusion
Incontinence
Neuro-degenerative diseases
Gynaecologist | Obstetrician
A physician or surgeon qualified in diseases of the female reproductive system and all obstetric matters, including:
Accidents to fetus & mother
Assault
Vaginal & ovarian diseases including cancer
Uterine
Fertility
Incontinence
Infections & prolapse
Surgical care of women and children during pregnancy, postnatal period and childbirth.
Haematologist
A medical specialist trained in the anatomy, physiology, pathology, symptomatology and therapeutics related to blood and blood forming tissues.
Haemophilia
Lymphoma
Anaemia and
Leukaemia
Bleeding and clotting disorders lead and heavy metal intoxication
Auto immune blood disorders
Sickle cell disease
Assessment of heart, circulatory, blood and vascular diseases
Transfusion-acquired infections such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)and hepatitis B & C
Hand & Micro Surgeon
A surgeon specialising in diseases of the hand and arm and micro-surgery procedures.
All hand and arm injuries:
Sport injuries
Nerve and tendon repairs
Arthritis
Trigger finger
Tennis elbow
Carpal tunnel and other ongoing pain or discomfort
Cyst removal
Crush & other traumatic injuries
Reattachment of fingers, hands & arms
Fractures, sprains, cuts and wounds
Toe-to-thumb
Transplants
Infectious Diseases Physician
A physician specialised in infections that affect the human body such as:
Hepatitis A, B, C, D, E,
Immunodeficiency virus (HIV) & acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
Tuberculosis
Golden staph
Legionnaires disease
Travel and hospital infections
Neurologist | Paediatric
A medical specialist in the diagnosis and treatment of non-surgical Paediatric conditions involving the:
Brain
Spinal cord
Peripheral nerves
Muscles & Nervous system
Neurosurgeon
A surgeon specialising in injuries/diseases to neck, back, spinal cord and head/ brain as well as peripheral nerves.
Also, tumours and other malformations of the nervous system. All cerebral conditions, strokes, intracranial bleeding, cervical spine problems, shoulder/arm/hand syndrome, nerve lesions in limbs, spinal disc problems.
All cerebral conditions:
Strokes
Intracranial bleeding
Cervical spine problems
Shoulder/arm/hand syndrome
Nerve lesions in limbs
Spinal disc problems
Occupational & Environmental Medicine Physician
Specialists in the study, diagnosis, and treatment of a vast range of illnesses caused by the industrial environment.
Specialists in the study, diagnosis, and treatment of a vast range of illnesses caused by the industrial environment.
All musculo-skeletal injuries
Soft tissue injuries
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Return to Work
RSI
Epicondylitis
Hernia
Ganglion
Workplace exposures including chemicals
Asbestos & poisons
“Q” Fever
Ross River Fever
Worksite assessments
Fitness for employment and resumption programmes
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Chronic pain
Focus on the health effects of the relationship between workers and their work lives, at both an individual and an organisational level. OEPs are trained in evidence- based medicine, research methods, epidemiology, toxicology, ergonomics, worksite assessment, legislation and risk assessment.
Occupational Medicine
A doctor specialising in preventing, diagnosing and treating injuries, illnesses, and harmful exposures in workers.
Occupational Therapist
A health care professional that determines the impact of an injury on a person’s life, including activities at home, work and leisure which limits functional independence.
Functional Capacity Assessments
Section 40
Task analysis
Ergonomic Assessments
Fitness for employment
Assessments of combined Vocational and Activities of Daily Living
Personal and Domestic Care Skills
Home and Living Skills and Employability Assessments
Oncologist
A specialist in the branch of medicine and surgery that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.
Eye
Eye socket
Eyelid repair
Post traumatic blurred vision
Chemical burns
Diseases of the eye including:
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Keratitis
Foreign bodies
Strabismus
Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon
A medical specialist who treats diseases and tumours of the:
Face
Teeth
Jaws
Dental Malformations
Facial Deformities
Orthodontics
Cleft Palates
Wisdom Teeth
Orthodontist
A specialist in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of dental and facial irregularities.
Crooked teeth
Bad bites
Unaligned jaw
Orthopaedic Surgeon
A medical specialist trained to diagnose, operate and treat disrders of the musculoskeletal system, including:
Soft tissue injuries
Diseases and dysfunction pertaining to the neck, back, shoulders, chest, hips, pelvis or limbs
Broken bones
Fractures
Dislocations
Joint reconstruction and replacement
Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon
Specialised in Orthopaedic Disorders in Children to Adolescents.
Pain Management & Rehabilitation
A doctor whose prime function is to alleviate or control pain for which no other treatment has been successful.
Specialises in easing the suffering and improving the quality of life of those living with pain, including acute and chronic pain.
Nerve block
Epidural anesthesia
Paediatric pain
Addiction, drug abuse & toxicology
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Chronic pain affecting arms, legs, hands or feet
Periodontist
A dentist who specialises in the placement of dental implants and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of periodontal disease.
Pharmacist
A professionally qualified person who can prepare and dispense medicinal drugs. Can assess medication to determine the following:
Appropriateness
Reasonably necessary
Amount
Frequency
Cessation (time)
Support capacity/RTW
Physician
A person qualified to practice medicine, and specialises in diagnosis and medical treatment.
Back
Upper & lower limbs
Neck
DVT
Ganglion,
Arthritic & rheumatic conditions
Epicondylitis
Poisons
Chemicals/toxins
Diabetes
Heart & respiratory
Ross river fever
“Q” fever
Hernia
RSI & kidneys
Cardio-vascular & life expectancy
Physiotherapist
A person qualified to assess, diagnose of musculoskeletal & Sports injuries.
Soft tissue injuries & massage
Joint mobilisation
Manipulation
Therapeutic exercise
Back, neck & headaches
Sports & spinal injuries
Chronic pain management
Work related injuries
Motor vehicle injuries whiplash
Sciatic pain
Nerve impingement
Functional Capacity Evaluation and Employability Assessments
IPC Assessments
Plastic & General Reconstructive Surgeon
A surgeon specialising in reconstructive procedures, to restore functionality and appearance.
Facial and body disfigurement, including burns
Skin grafts
Scarring
Skin cancer and Tumours to head and neck
Congenital abnormalities such as cleft palate and cosmetic/aesthetic problems
Hand injuries
Carpal Tunnel
Plastic Surgeon
A surgeon specialising in the reshaping, restoration or repair of the human body.
Cosmetic Surgery
Abdominoplasty
Breast Reduction and Lift
Face and Neck Lift
Liposuction
Scar Revision
Cancer Surgery
Burns
Podiatrist
A qualified person who treats disorders of the foot, ankle, skin, nail and lower leg injuries, caused by bone and joint disorders.
Arthritis
Soft-tissue and muscular pathologies
Calluses and ingrown toenails
Sports injuries (circulatory and skin conditions)
Prosthetist/ Orthotics
A healthcare professional who specialises in the design of artificial limbs, braces and other medical devices.
Prosthodontist
Specialised Dentist, trained in complex dental & facial matters including:
Dental Implants
Jaw Disorders
Crowns, Bridges
Dentures
Psychiatrist
A medical practitioner specialising in diagnosis and treatment of psychiatric illness:
Assessment of depression
Manic depressive illness
Mood and anxiety disorders
Obsessive or suicidal behaviour
Paranoia
Schizophrenia,
Gender identity disorders
Dementia
Insomnia
Drug & alcohol dependence
Post-traumatic stress disorders
Work-related stress claims
Psychologist
A professional trained in the science of how people think, feel, behave and learn. Specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of psychological injury or illness.
Motor vehicle accidents
Depression
Personal injury
Anxiety
Stress claims
Pain management
Post-traumatic stress disorders
Psychological injuries
Emotional disturbance & behaviour problems
Vocational, Employability & Earning Capacity Assessments
Radiologist (Diagnostic)
A person who uses x-ray films, MRI, PET, ultrasound, CT to medically diagnose disease and injury. Correlates medical image findings with previous examination or test results and consults with referring physician to arrive at a definitive diagnosis.
Rehabilitation & Pain Medicine
An expert in the assessment, treatment and management of people with permanent disability as a result of injury or illness.
Rehabilitation related to:
Spinal cord injury
Acquired brain injury
Post-surgery rehabilitation
Urodynamics
Orthopaedic prosthetics
Wound management
Pain management
Musculo-skeletal pain
Neuropathic pain
Cancer pain
Rehabilitation Counsellor
An expert who can assist people with disabilities, health conditions and disadvantages to achieve their personal, educational and vocational goals in life – return to work.
Predominantly they provide Occupational Rehabilitation services to those who sustain injury at work or in motor vehicle accidents.
Most commonly those who suffer physical disabilities or psychological disorders [mental illness] or substance abuse problems, which prevents them from returning to their pre-injury occupation. Vocational, Employability and Earning Capacity Assessments.
Respiratory & Thoracic Physician
A medical specialist who specialises in the prevention and treatment of diseases of the lungs and respiratory system including:
Asthma, and allergic diseases
Occupational and environmental diseases (e.g. dust, asbestos disease, coal mine fumes),
Bronchitis
Emphysema
Sleep disorders
Occupational & Environmental lung diseases
Paediatric thoracic medicine
Pulmonary cancer
Rheumatologist
A specialist with a subspecialty interest in chronic diseases of the joints, connective tissues, and muscles.
Joint and soft tissue injuries/diseases
Bursitis
Backs
Tendonitis
Capsulitis
Myositis
RSI
Chronic fatigue
Regional pain syndromes
Rheumatoid and other inflammatory forms of arthritis
Reflex sympathy dystrophy
Epicondylitis
Tenosynovitis
Speech Pathologist
A clinician trained in the study, diagnosis and treatment of speech disorders.
Difficulty Speaking
Difficulty Listening
Understanding Language
Stuttering
Using Voice
Sports Physician
A medical doctor who specialists in acute & chronic musculoskeletal injury.
Soft tissue,
Thoracic spine
Back
Neck
Pelvis
Upper & lower limbs
Disease of joints
Ligaments
Tendons
Muscles
Bones
Neural or vascular structure
Strains
Contusion and physiology of exercise in medical disease: e.g. knee, shoulder, ankle etc. asthma, diabetes, cardiovascular
Toxicologist (Forensic)
A scientist who can perform scientific tests on bodily fluids such as blood, hair, and tissue samples to identify any drugs or chemicals absent or present in the body. Evaluating determinants or contributory factors in the cause and manner of death.
Chemical poisoning (drugs & toxins), asbestos related disease, reactions to chemicals and pharmacology overdose, also Lung reactions to chemicals.
Urologist
A specialist in the branch of medicine that focuses on surgical and medical diseases of the urinary-tract system and the male reproductive organs.
Kidneys
Urinary system
Sexual dysfunction
Male reproductive system
Incontinence
Urological stones
Prostate disorders & circumcision
Vascular Surgeon
A surgeon who is highly trained to treat and diagnose diseases of the vascular system.
Veins
Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT)
Capillaries
Phlebitis
Cellulitis
Circulation problems
Arteries