Understanding lower limb impairment assessments under the AMA 4 Guides
Dr David Slattery explains how to properly assess lower limb impairment using the AMA 4 Guides and why missing key steps could lead to inaccurate ratings. When assessing lower limb impairment using the AMA 4 Guides, multiple different aspects of the Guides need to be considered by the specialist to correctly and comprehensively assess impairment. […]
How to prepare your client for a medicolegal examination
In managing a client’s legal or insurance claim, the need for a medico-legal examination often arises. This crucial step provides an independent medical opinion on the client’s condition or injury, which can significantly impact the outcome of the case. Preparing your client for this assessment is essential to ensure the process runs smoothly and that […]
How to prepare your client for an independent medical assessment and impairment assessments
Recently one of our directors, Dr Jennifer Flynn, presented on independent medical assessments, what a client can expect during an independent assessment, and what is considered good practice during an assessment. Providing insights to the assessment process and how to best prepare a client can be very beneficial, especially for anyone who may find the […]
A Rundown of Telehealth Assessments – The Pros & Cons
The word ‘Telehealth’ has become a normal part of our everyday lives – just like virtual meetings, hand sanitising stations and working from home. As the COVID pandemic hit our shores, these terms quickly infiltrated our daily vernacular. Telehealth examinations are not new and have been a tool used by medical professionals for some time, […]
Getting to know Dermatological Assessments
Azure Medicolegal has a dedicated dermatology team ready to assist with your independent medical assessment needs. Each of our dermatologists is actively engaged in private practice, equipping them with relevant experience to provide impartial and valid medical opinions. What type of case requires a dermatological assessment? Are you wondering what type of assessment a dermatologist […]
