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These are the dedicated medical and therapeutic professionals who lead SFMMG.

Joel Renbaum, MD
Joel Renbaum, M.D., QME

space • Joel Renbaum, M.D., QME
space • William R. Campbell, D.O., QME
space • Nicole Chitnis, M.D., M.S., QME
space • Rakesh Dixit, M.D.
space • Richard Fernandez, MD, DABPMR, QME
space • Robert Ferretti, M.D., QME
space • Rommel Hindocha, D.C., QME
space • Thomas Johnson, PA-C
space • Roy Kim, M.D.
space • Tanja L. Kujac, M.D., QME
space • Paul Ky, D.O.
space • Elizabeth McVeigh, M.D.
space • Barry Meskin, DPM, QME
space • Fred F. Naraghi, M.D., QME
space • Diokson Rena, M.D., QME
space • Paul B. Roache, M.D.
space • Varsha Sikka, M.D.
space • Joel Weddington, M.D., QME
space • Nikolaj Wolfson, M.D., FRCSC, FACS

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Joel Renbaum, M.D., QME
"In addition to general orthopedics and injury care, I have a special interest in treating injured workers with knee and shoulder problems."
Dr. Renbaum received his education at Johns Hopkins University and graduated from medical school at the University of Maryland in 1968. He was Board certified in orthopedic surgery in 1974 after a residency at combined program at the U.S. Public Health Service and Tulane University. He then went into private practice in San Francisco. He has had extensive experience in the Workers’ Compensation arena both in treating and evaluating patients. He is a Qualified Medical Evaluator.

William R. Campbell, D.O., QME
"While I enjoy treating a wide variety of general Orthopaedic injuries, a large percentage of my practice is devoted to the care of injured workers with shoulder, knee and spine problems."
Dr. Campbell served his Orthopaedic Surgical Residency near Detroit as part of the Michigan State University system. Later he attended the University of Texas for Spine Surgery Fellowship. He brings a solid Orthopaedic background to our practice with a strong emphasis in the care of injured workers with shoulder and knee problems. As well, his spine expertise gives him the unique ability to discern surgical from non-surgical problems with an interest in exhausting all forms of conservative care prior to any surgical intervention.

Nicole Chitnis, M.D., M.S., QME
"I have extensive ongoing training in sports medicine, EMG, pain management and spine care including invasive spinal procedures. I was a Co-Director of a Spine Clinic for several years."
"I have also gone through extensive training in various alternative modalities including Acupuncture, Homeopathy, Nutrition, Cranio-sacral therapy, Mind-body Medicine and various psychological modalities as well as bodywork modalities and integrated them in my practice. Gradually I developed the additional component of Wellness, Prevention, Anti-aging Medicine and Peak Performance. My Peak Performance Clinic helped many professional athletes as well as high level executives."

Rakesh Dixit, M.D.
"I offer a well rounded approach to patient care that includes education, exercise, alternative therapies, careful use of medications and interventional procedures."
Dr. Dixit graduated medical school in India. He finished his residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at State University of New York in 2005, where he received extensive training in injection therapies and techniques. He has a special interest in taking care of patients with spinal pain using comprehensive and integrated diagnostic and treatment programs.

Richard Fernandez, M.D., DABPMR, QME
"I enjoy providing patients recovering from musculoskeletal injuries with an integrated manner of diagnosis and treatment."
Dr. Fernandez graduated from Columbia University in New York City with a BA in economics and received his medical degree from Hahnemann University in Philadelphia in 1991. Training continued at St.Mary's Medical Center in San Francisco and he became focused in physical medicine & rehabilitation at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas. By 1996, he directed the Orthopedic & Back Pain Centre clinic in El Paso, Texas and later pursued academic interests at the University of California at San Francisco's Department of Occupational & Environmental Medicine in 1997. Since then, he has continued to explore the complementary roles of acupuncture, joint mobilization, spinal intervention, and prolotherapy and combine this with his medical training to address musculoskeletal injuries incurred in an occupational setting. He offers these skills now at SFMMG.

Robert Ferretti, M.D., QME
"My goal is to colaborate with patients to facilitate reaching their optimum potential. My diverse experience in general orthopaedic surgery, including emergency care and workers' compensation injury evaluation and treatment supports a comprehensive approach."
After receiving his medical degree at New York Medical College, Dr. Ferretti completed a general and orthopaedic surgery residency program that included pediatric orthopaedics at St. Charles Children's Orthopaedic Hospital in New York and trauma reconstruction at Fitzsimmons Army Medical Center in Colrado. He began private practice in San Francisco in 1971 at French Hospital Medical Center where he served as Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery from 1981-87. Teaching and supervising orthopaedic residents has been an integral part of his practice. In 1990 he expanded to Marin County with an additional active practice in Marin General Hospital.

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Rommel Hindocha, D.C., QME
Dr. Hindocha received his Bachelors of Science at McMaster University and received his Doctorate of Chiropractic degree at Life Chiropractic College West. A skilled clinician, Dr. Hindocha is well versed and experienced in the treatment of California injured workers. Dr. Hindocha is known to be a reasonable, outcome oriented clinician, observant of ACOEM Guidelines, and other evidence based treatment guides. As well, Dr. Hindocha is a California Qualified Medical Evaluator. Dr. Hindocha is a credential member in excellent standing with State Compensation Insurance Fund MPN, as well as most Preferred Provider and Medical Provider Networks.

Thomas Johnson, PA-C
"My role is to facilitate SFMMG and all involved parties’ ability to provide the best possible care through quality assurance and claims management."
Johnson is a physician assistant in orthopedics and occupational medicine. Over the past 20 years he has focused exclusively on the primary and specialist care of injured workers. He earned his undergraduate degree in neurobiology from U.C. Berkeley and then trained at the Yale School of Medicine. He became board certified in 1982. He specializes in the medical and legal aspects of our patients’ claims. He serves as the clinical liaison between SFMMG and our insurance carrier, attorney, physician, and occupational clinic referrals.

Roy Kim, M.D.
After completion of undergraduate studies at Georgetown University, Dr. Kim attended the University of Pittsburgh where he received his Medical Degree. He underwent a general surgery residency at the University of Chicago Medical School, Plastic Surgery residency at Wayne State University, and a Hand and Microvascular Surgery Fellowship at Wayne State University/ Detroit Medical Center.

Tanja L. Kujac, M.D., QME
Dr. Kujac received her Medical Degree at Chicago Medical School. She underwent internship at Highland General Hospital/UCSF prior to completing her residency at Stanford University. A possession of finely trained skills and experience in the areas of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Neuromuscular and Electro Diagnostic Medicine allows Dr. Kujac a unique position in being able to evaluate and treat a wide variety of patient populations. With extensive experience in Occupational Medicine, Dr. Kujac is able to responsibly address issues and challenges unique to the treatment of California injured workers. She is a credentialed provider in excellent standing with most Medical Provider Networks. She is also contracted with most Electro Diagnostic Networks.

Paul Ky, D.O.
Dr. Ky completed his fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Interventional Pain Medicine/Physiatry. With an emphasis on practical solutions, he incorporates pharmacologic, physiatric and interventional therapies to deliver comprehensive care to patients.  Dr. Ky has received many awards for excellence including the Most Appreciated Resident of the Year, PM&R, from Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine. He is a multi-lingual physician fluent in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Cambodian. He is a credentialed provider in excellent standing with most Medical Provider Networks.

Elizabeth McVeigh, M.D.
After receiving her medical degree from the University of Alabama School Of Medicine, Dr. McVeigh attended residency programs at State University of New York in Stony Brook and Bayfront Medical Center in Saint Petersburg, Florida. She then practiced urgent care with a worker’s compensation emphasis in the Tampa Bay, Florida. She just recently relocated to the San Francisco Bay area and has begun performing preoperative evaluations for the San Francisco Multi-Specialty Medical Group.

Barry Meskin, DPM, QME
Dr. Barry Meskin provides specialized excellence in the orthopedic evaluation and treatment of foot and ankle disorders.
He has spent 13 years concerned with complex and challenging problems of trauma, surgery, and sports medicine.   Workers compensation is mostly spent providing treatment, although extremely well versed as a qualified medical examiner and agreed medical evaluator.   After completing his undergraduate BS degree in South Africa he graduated from the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco in 1992.   He completed his surgical residency rotating through the San Francisco General and Oakland Highland Hospitals.   This complete training on the surgical and medical management enables him to continue rendering care, in an efficient, and cost effective manner.   Many foot and ankle problems can be corrected with conservative treatment, although if surgery is indicated, he is trained in arthroscopic surgery as well as reconstructive procedures of the foot and ankle. A ctive staff privileges are maintained at CPMC as well as many out-patient surgery centers.   Continued concern is also oriented around the prevention of such injuries with physical therapy, orthotics, bracing and shoe recommendations as indicated.   Diagnostic and therapeutic injections have also proven to provide a significant adjunct with effective relief and benefit.

Fred F. Naraghi, M.D., QME
Dr. Naraghi believes that the majority of Spinal disorders could be treated without Surgery. We first obtain an accurate diagnosis, and discuss all the options and alternatives. Only after a reasonable trial of physical therapy, if symptoms still continue, then selective spinal injections, and minimally invasive procedures or surgery may be recommended, to improve function and get the best results.

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Diokson Rena, M.D., QME
" Supporting people in helping themselves return to their full physical potential is an unwavering goal in the care and treatment of my patients "

I am a Board Certified Physiatrist with a special interest in the care and treatment of spinal conditions. I obtained my bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Santo Tomas. I completed my Residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. My fellowship training is in Orthopedic and Sports Medicine and Interventional Pain Management. Prior to joining SFMMG, I worked as a physiatrist in Chicago, Illinois and Hawaii. I also hold an American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPMR) Subspecialty Certification in Pain Medicine.

Paul B. Roache, M.D.
Dr. Roache practices general Orthopaedic Surgery with special training in Trauma Reconstruction, Sports Medicine, and Joint Reconstruction and Complex Shoulder Injuries. He provides treatment for fractures, hip, knee, ankle, and hand injuries, and is a specialist in shoulder surgery. Dr. Roache actively collects data for research and participation in national and international medical meetings.

Varsha Sikka, M.D.
Dr. Sikka is a Board-Certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Board Certified in Pain Management.
After receiving her medical degree, Dr. Sikka completed her residency at the University of Colorado Medical Center. She then pursued post-graduate work in Adult and Pediatric Rehabilitation, Spinal Cord Injury and Head Injury, Neuromuscular Disease, Prosthetics and Orthotics Evaluation, Electromyography and Acupuncture. She has a very strong commitment in rendering care in an efficient and caring manner. She has a strong professional interest and training in Spinal Cord injury, Head injury, and Neuropsyche cases.
Dr. Sikka has a well-established reputation as an excellent and responsible clinician. Since 2003 her practice has been primarily in the Worker’s Compensation arena. She possesses the skills and experience needed to address issues and challenges unique in the treatment of injured workers, yet also has a keen understanding of the responsibilities required in overseeing the treatment of these cases. She is a credentialed provider in excellent standing with major Medical Provider Networks, and in addition has been selected as a Preferred Panel Provider to many employer based Health Practices, such as the University of California- San Francisco.
Appointments are available in San Francisco, Oakland, and Fairfield

Joel Weddington, M.D., QME
"My approach is to promote patient independence through a positive attitude and education in lifestyle changes that include strengthening, stretching and cardiovascular exercises."

Dr. Weddington received his M.D. at the University of Texas Medical School in Houston in 1983 after receiving a B.S. in Zoology at Texas A&M University. In 1988 he finished an Orthopedic Residency at Cook County Hospital-University of Illinois in Chicago. He then returned to California for an Orthopedic Trauma fellowship at San Francisco General Hospital. He remained busy as a Trauma Surgeon for several years until 1994 when he decided to change to the non-surgical practice of Orthopedics. He maintains an ongoing interest in subacute to chronic orthopedic disorders and rehabilitation. He is a Qualified Medical Evaluator.

Nikolaj Wolfson, M.D., F.R.C.S.C., F.A.C.S.
Felloship trained in Adult Reconstruction and Orthopedic Trauma, Dr. Wolfson specializes in Total Hip and Knee Replacement, Limb and Joint Salvage, Foot / Ankle Surgery, Bone and Joit Infections, and Deformity Corrections. Highly respected in his field, Dr. Wolfson brings years of experience as a skilled surgeon and consultant in the treatment of orthopedic reconstruction and trauma cases.His abilityin addressing complex orthopedic cases has brought him well-earned esteem from colleagues and patients alike. Dr. Wolfson is trained in the Ilizarov Technique. He is fluent in Russian and Hebrew.

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