AI Analysis:
Message discusses Dr. Gary Pattee's MMI (Maximum Medical Improvement) report as a medical evaluator, evaluating report quality, disability rating methodology (13% WPI converted to 21% with apportionment), work restrictions assessment, and future medical care determinations - all core QME/AME evaluation functions in workers' compensation context.
crcattorney@gmail.com Date: January 15, 2025 10:03:00 AM Subject: Re: Fwd: Panelists Pattee; Klassen; and Nicola Reply to list Reply to sender Print List: lawnet Sent By: Charles Cleveland Reply To Sender Reply To List Search Settings I just received an MMI report from Dr. Gary Pattee MD dated December 18, 2024. Good report, 48-year-old Hispanic UPS driver with multilevel 3 – 4 mm lumbar disc bulges, gave him 13% WPI which rated 21% after 90% apportionment to industrial causation plus provided extensive future medical care. Did not go overboard on the work restrictions, applicant will likely keep his job.. Charles R. Cleveland, Jr. Certified Specialist, Workers’ Compensation Law Law Offices CLEVELAND & METZ
AI Analysis:
Message subject line 'Strike John Safana or Gary Pattee?' directly indicates discussion about panel strikes for medical evaluators. The context of striking evaluators from panels is specifically related to QME/AME selection process, not treatment. This appears to be attorney discussion about which medical evaluator to strike from a panel.
From: Dennis Popalardo (lawnet listserver) <listsender-lawnet@lawnet.caaa.org> Sent: Wednesday, September 4, 2024 6:50 AM To: Statewide List Service <lawnet@lawnet.caaa.org> Subject: Re:[lawnet] Strike John Safana or Gary Pattee? Nor Cal
AI Analysis:
The subject line explicitly mentions 'Gary Pattee' and 'Southern California, orthopedic qualified medical evaluators', directly indicating this message contains input/feedback about Gary Pattee specifically in his role as a QME (Qualified Medical Evaluator). The message appears to be from an attorney providing input about QME evaluators, which is highly relevant to evaluating his performance as a medical evaluator.
From, Larry D. Rosenstein Law Offices of Larry D. Rosenstein 325 N Larchmont Blvd. # 620 Los Angeles, CA 90004 Tel. (310) 478-5445 Fax (310) 478-7175 e-mail: ldrlaw@earthlink.net e-mail: thelaw@ldrlawus.com This message is intended only for the use of the individual to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged/confidential/and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. Law Office of Larry D. Rosenstein
AI Analysis:
Message explicitly discusses Gary A Pattee in the context of panel evaluations, stating 'Pattee has been fair for us' which directly relates to his performance as a medical evaluator (QME/AME) rather than as a treating physician. The subject line confirms this is about panelists, and the assessment of fairness is a key QME/AME evaluation criterion.
Pattee has been fair for us. No final report from Dusch, but I was pleased with her initial report.
AI Analysis:
Message directly requests opinions on Gary A Pattee as a medical evaluator in the context of panel selections. The discussion of 'panelists' and references to evaluators being 'conservative' or 'trending towards the conservative side' clearly indicates QME/AME evaluation context rather than treatment. The sender is seeking evaluator recommendations for panel purposes.
"Keith Gilmetti" Date: October 06, 2024 8:58:00 PM Subject: Panelists Pattee; Klassen; and Nicola Reply to list Reply to sender Print List: lawnet Sent By: keith gilmetti Reply To Sender Reply To List Search Settings I am primarily looking for opinions on Gary A Pattee. Are used to like Klassen, but I believe that he is trending towards the conservative side. This seems to be confirmed by the archives. My opinion is that Nicola is conservative, but not a washout. All responses are appreciated. Keith B. Gilmetti Law Office of Keith B. Gilmetti 3434 Truxtun Ave., Suite 210 Bakersfield, CA 93301 (661)324-8787
AI Analysis:
Message specifically asks about striking GARY A PATTEE from a QME panel, which is directly related to his role as a medical evaluator. The attorney is seeking advice on whether to strike him for a QME evaluation, indicating this is about his performance as a medical evaluator, not as a treating physician.
"Christy Mallory" Date: September 03, 2024 3:46:00 PM Subject: Strike John Safana or Gary Pattee? Nor Cal Reply to list Reply to sender Print List: lawnet Sent By: Christy Mallory Reply To Sender Reply To List Search Settings Any takers? Lawnet is quiet on these folks and I need to strike asap. IW is mid-20's female who hurt her back. Google, Yelp, etc. are mostly positive comments about both as treaters but that doesn't mean much when it comes to QME reports. Any help appreciated! Very truly yours, Christy Mallory, Attorney Law Office of Christy A. Mallory
AI Analysis:
Message specifically discusses Gary Pattee in QME context - mentions 'defense struck' which refers to panel strike decisions in medical-legal evaluations. This is directly relevant to evaluating Pattee as a medical evaluator (QME/AME), not as a treating physician.
"Christy Mallory" Date: August 27, 2024 1:06:00 PM Subject: NorCal QME Safanda, Bellomo & Pattee Reply to list Reply to sender Print List: lawnet Sent By: Christy Mallory Reply To Sender Reply To List Search Settings Any updated information on Safanda or Pattee? John Safanda - only comment was IW had negative experience during appt but did not have a final report Gary Pattee - only comment was defense struck Historically, Bellomo has been positive for me, so I'm leaning towards striking Safanda... Very truly yours, Christy Mallory, Attorney Law Office of Christy A. Mallory
AI Analysis:
Message directly discusses GARY PATTEE in QME context - specifically mentions he was on a QME panel with other evaluators and that the defense attorney struck him from the panel over the other options. This is clear medical evaluator information about panel selection dynamics.
"Joseph Pluta" Date: June 14, 2024 3:46:00 PM Subject: Re: Gary Pattee and Anand Shah input regarding the Southern California, orthopedic qualified medical evaluators Reply to list Reply to sender Print List: lawnet Sent By: Joseph Pluta Reply To Sender Reply To List Search Settings I had Pattee on a panel with Martin Collier and Richard Feldman. DA struck Pattee over Collier and Feldman. I haven't seen any of Pattee's reports. -----Original Message----- From: rosenstein1@earthlink.net Sent: June 13, 2024 1:06:00 PM To: lawnet@lists.trialsmith.com Subject: Gary Pattee and Anand Shah input regarding the Southern California, orthopedic qualified medical evaluators Thank you in advance From, Larry D. Rosenstein Law Offices of Larry D. Rosenstein 325 N Larchmont Blvd. # 620 Los Angeles, CA 90004 Tel. (310) 478-5445 Fax (310) 478-7175 e-mail: ldrlaw@earthlink.net e-mail: thelaw@ldrlawus.com This message is intended only for the use of the individual to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged/confidential/and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. Law Office of Larry D. Rosenstein
AI Analysis:
Message explicitly asks for experience with Gary Pattee in context of an 'Ortho Panel' which refers to QME panel selection. The sender is seeking evaluator-specific information about Pattee for panel purposes, making this highly relevant to QME evaluation context.
"Joseph Pluta" Date: April 10, 2024 3:14:00 PM Subject: Ortho Panel: Richard Feldman, Gary Pattee, Martin Collier Reply to list Reply to sender Print List: lawnet Sent By: Joseph Pluta Reply To Sender Reply To List Search Settings Any experience with Gary Pattee or Martin Collier? Lawnet has nothing on either. The reviews seem somewhat mixed on Feldman. Thank you, Joe Pluta Bakersfield
AI Analysis:
Message discusses Gary A Pattee in QME/AME context - attorney stating 'Pattee has been consistently good for us' regarding panel selection, indicating evaluation quality from legal perspective. Reference to conventions and Dr. Brourman mentorship suggests medical-legal evaluator role rather than treating physician.
crcattorney@gmail.com Date: April 14, 2026 8:58:00 AM Subject: Re: Panelists: Gary A PATTEE, MICHAEL K ORDEN and MARIE N DUSCH Reply to list Reply to sender Print List: lawnet Sent By: Charles Cleveland Reply To Sender Reply To List Search Settings Pattee has been consistently good for us. Comes to our conventions and was shown the ropes by Dr. Brourman Charles R. Cleveland, Jr. Certified Specialist, Workers’ Compensation Law Law Offices CLEVELAND & METZ
AI Analysis:
Message contains direct evaluation of GARY A PATTEE as a medical evaluator in panel context. Greg Gomez states 'Pattee is ok' in response to a discussion about panelists, which clearly refers to QME/AME panel evaluations. This is substantive feedback about his performance as a medical evaluator, not as a treating physician.
"Steve Scardino" Date: April 13, 2026 8:37:00 PM Subject: Re: Panelists: Gary A PATTEE, MICHAEL K ORDEN and MARIE N DUSCH Reply to list Reply to sender Print List: lawnet Sent By: Steven Scardino Reply To Sender Reply To List Search Settings Good experience with Dusch. Still learning, but a high-end doc who is quite bright, and, seemingly sympathetic. Impressed, so far. Steve Scardino Partner GORDON, EDELSTEIN, KREPACK, GRANT, FELTON & GOLDSTEIN 3250 Wilshire Blvd Suite 200 Los Angeles, CA 90010 213-739-7000 ____________________________________________________ GORDON EDELSTEIN KREPACK GRANT FELTON & GOLDSTEIN CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This e-mail and the documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information belonging to the sender which is legally privileged. The information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities named above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action in reliance on the contents of this e-mailed information is strictly prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please immediately notify the sender by e-mail at the address above. The transmission is to be deleted and any items that may have been printed are to be destroyed. Thank you for your compliance. From: Greg Gomez (lawnet listserver) <listsender-lawnet@lawnet.caaa.org> Sent: Monday, April 13, 2026 4:17 PM To: Statewide List Service <lawnet@lawnet.caaa.org> Subject: Re: [lawnet] Panelists: Gary A PATTEE, MICHAEL K ORDEN and MARIE N DUSCH List: lawnet Sent By: Greg Gomez Reply To Sender Reply To List Search Settings Pattee is ok Service of documents by electronic mail per WCAB Rule 10625 to this email address is not authorized, accepted or binding upon Gordon, Edelstein, Krepack, Grant, Felton & Goldstein, LLP, or its clients.
AI Analysis:
Message discusses Gary A Pattee in context of 'Panelists' which indicates QME panel selection process. The comment 'Pattee is ok' appears to be a recommendation regarding his suitability as a medical evaluator on a panel, which is directly relevant to QME/AME evaluation quality and panel recommendations.
"Greg Gomez" Date: April 13, 2026 6:18:00 PM Subject: Re: Panelists: Gary A PATTEE, MICHAEL K ORDEN and MARIE N DUSCH Reply to list Reply to sender Print List: lawnet Sent By: Greg Gomez Reply To Sender Reply To List Search Settings Pattee is ok
AI Analysis:
Message specifically asks about experience with 'PQMEs' (Panel Qualified Medical Evaluators) and lists GARY A PATTEE as one of the panelists being inquired about. This is clearly seeking information about these doctors in their QME capacity for medical-legal evaluations, not as treating physicians.
"Keith Gilmetti" Date: April 13, 2026 3:25:00 PM Subject: Panelists: Gary A PATTEE, MICHAEL K ORDEN and MARIE N DUSCH Reply to list Reply to sender Print List: lawnet Sent By: keith gilmetti Reply To Sender Reply To List Search Settings Has anyone had any recent experience with these PQMEs? GARY A. PATTEE MICHAEL KIM ORDEN MARIE N. DUSCH Thanks in advance, Keith B. Gilmetti 3434 Truxtun Ave., Suite 210 Bakersfield, CA 93301 (661) 324-8787
AI Analysis:
The subject line specifically mentions 'Input on Southern California, orthopedic qualified medical evaluators' and lists GARY PATTEE among the QMEs being discussed. This indicates the message contains evaluative information about PATTEE in his role as a QME (Qualified Medical Evaluator), which is directly relevant to medical evaluator assessment.
From, Larry D. Rosenstein Law Offices of Larry D. Rosenstein 325 N Larchmont Blvd. # 620 Los Angeles, CA 90004 Tel. (310) 478-5445 Fax (310) 478-7175 e-mail: ldrlaw@earthlink.net e-mail: thelaw@ldrlawus.com This message is intended only for the use of the individual to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged/confidential/and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. Law Office of Larry D. Rosenstein
AI Analysis:
This message does not mention GARY A PATTEE at all. It's a discussion thread about finding shoulder surgeons for treatment, mentioning Stephen Snyder and Ronald E. Glousman as treating physicians, with no reference to the target doctor or any QME/AME evaluation context.
Jeff Molchan Date: May 25, 2011 5:54:00 PM Subject: RE: Need Best Shoulder Doc for Dad Reply to list Reply to sender Print Attachments: snyder cv.pdf (133 K) I just received the CV for Stephen Snyder at SCOI, very impressive, I'm attaching it for your review, 69 pages! Jeffrey L. Molchan, Esq. Legal Offices of David Grey 6100 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1104 Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 857-9500 (323) 857-9525 FAX --- On Wed, 5/25/11, Christa <haggaiesq@yahoo.com> wrote: From: Christa <haggaiesq@yahoo.com> Subject: RE: [caala-life] Need Best Shoulder Doc for Dad To: "CAALA Life Discussion List" <caala-life@lists.trialsmith.com> Date: Wednesday, May 25, 2011, 3:41 PM List: caala-life Sent by: Christa Haggai Search My husband is having shoulder surgery with Ronald E. Glousman, M.D. at Kerlan Jobe in Howard Hughes. He is the team surgeon for the Ducks. He might have offices in OC. Christa Haggai-Ramey Attorney at Law HAGGAI LAW Contact directly at: (213) 447-4743 From: John Mittelman [mailto:johnmittelman@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2011 1:30 PM To: CAALA Life Discussion List Subject: [caala-life] Need Best Shoulder Doc for Dad List: caala-life Sent by: John Mittelman Search Mates: My father was told that since steroid injections didn't work for him, his only alternative is total shoulder replacement. Not sure this is correct, but can you please recommend the very best you know of for my father? Ideally somewhere in South OC or LA Metro areas. Thanks so much, John M John R. Mittelman 2010 Graduate,Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers College " If You Are Explaining, You Are Losing." Robert R. Rose, Jr. Justice Wyoming Supreme Court WWW.MITTELMANLAWFIRM.COM PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW ADDRESS AND TELEPHONE/FAX NUMBERS JohnMittelman@gmail.com 27349 Jefferson Ave., Ste 102 Temecula, CA 92591 T:(951)639-8600 F:(951)639-8590/639-8601 Dedicated to Protecting the Rights of Injured Persons. ************************************************************************* If you're not the person this email was sent to, you're reading confidential information you're not supposed to see. I know...you couldn't help yourself...but we both know it was meant for someone else. If you received it by mistake, I'm sorry...Please notify me immediately at John@MittelmanLawFirm.com. If you do, it'll be good Karma and you can brag to your friends that for once you did the right thing. On the other hand, if you don't, it's bad Ju-Ju, plus, you'll probably feel really lousy about it and wish you had. Either way, it's up to you.... *************************************************************************
AI Analysis:
The message discusses John Safanda, not Gary A Pattee. While the subject line mentions both doctors in the context of panel strikes (QME/AME relevant), the actual message content only provides information about Safanda's report quality, with no substantive information about Gary A Pattee as a medical evaluator.
"Dennis Popalardo" Date: September 04, 2024 8:51:00 AM Subject: Re: Strike John Safana or Gary Pattee? Nor Cal Reply to list Reply to sender Print List: lawnet Sent By: Dennis Popalardo Reply To Sender Reply To List Search Settings I received a good report from Safanda in the one case I had with him. Sent from my iPhone
AI Analysis:
This message discusses Anand Shah and Jay Shah as QME evaluators, but contains no information about GARY A PATTEE in his role as a medical evaluator. The subject line mentions Gary Pattee, but the actual message content only evaluates the Shah doctors' QME performance.
"Robert Skrinyaz" Date: August 30, 2024 12:04:00 PM Subject: Re: Gary Pattee and Anand Shah input regarding the Southern California, orthopedic qualified medical evaluators Reply to list Reply to sender Print List: lawnet Sent By: Robert Skrinyaz Reply To Sender Reply To List Search Settings I had a cross with Anand Shah on an admittedly not great TT/injury. He was smart, seemed knowledgeable about the Guides, but was not especially generous. I am withholding opinion until I see his reporting on a more obviously solid claim. Jay Shah is consistently a washout. -----Original Message----- From: joe.pluta.law@att.net Sent: June 18, 2024 3:26:00 PM To: lawnet@lists.trialsmith.com Subject: Re: Gary Pattee and Anand Shah input regarding the Southern California, orthopedic qualified medical evaluators Larry, Are you asking about Jayprakash N. Shah? I have only had to use him once but I got a washout report. It wasn't a big injury and Shah did ask for appropriate diagnostic studies which came back clean before washing out my client. Not too much to go on. -----Original Message----- From: rosenstein1@earthlink.net Sent: June 14, 2024 4:21:00 PM To: lawnet@lists.trialsmith.com Subject: Re: Gary Pattee and Anand Shah input regarding the Southern California, orthopedic qualified medical evaluators
AI Analysis:
This message does not contain any information about GARY A PATTEE as a medical evaluator. The message discusses Jayprakash N. Shah (a different doctor) and their QME evaluation performance, mentioning a 'washout report' and diagnostic studies. Gary Pattee is only mentioned in the subject line but not discussed in the message content itself.
"Joseph Pluta" Date: June 18, 2024 3:26:00 PM Subject: Re: Gary Pattee and Anand Shah input regarding the Southern California, orthopedic qualified medical evaluators Reply to list Reply to sender Print List: lawnet Sent By: Joseph Pluta Reply To Sender Reply To List Search Settings Larry, Are you asking about Jayprakash N. Shah? I have only had to use him once but I got a washout report. It wasn't a big injury and Shah did ask for appropriate diagnostic studies which came back clean before washing out my client. Not too much to go on. -----Original Message----- From: rosenstein1@earthlink.net Sent: June 14, 2024 4:21:00 PM To: lawnet@lists.trialsmith.com Subject: Re: Gary Pattee and Anand Shah input regarding the Southern California, orthopedic qualified medical evaluators
AI Analysis:
This message only contains header information about panelists including Gary A Pattee but provides no substantive content about his performance, quality, or track record as a QME/AME medical evaluator. It appears to be just a notification or list of panel members without any evaluative information.
On Apr 13, 2026, at 1:28 PM, Brett Sherry (lawnet listserver) <listsender-lawnet@lawnet.caaa.org> wrote:
AI Analysis:
The message only contains a forwarded email header with subject line mentioning 'Panelists Pattee; Klassen; and Nicola' but no actual content about Gary A Pattee's performance, quality, or track record as a medical evaluator (QME/AME). Without substantive evaluation information, this cannot be filtered as relevant.
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AI Analysis:
This message contains only header/signature information from Larry Rosenstein's law office with no substantive content about Gary Pattee's performance as a QME/AME medical evaluator. While the subject line mentions 'orthopedic qualified medical evaluators' which is relevant context, the actual message body contains no evaluation information, opinions, or experiences regarding Gary Pattee's work as a medical evaluator.
From, Larry D. Rosenstein Law Offices of Larry D. Rosenstein 325 N Larchmont Blvd. # 620 Los Angeles, CA 90004 Tel. (310) 478-5445 Fax (310) 478-7175 e-mail: ldrlaw@earthlink.net e-mail: thelaw@ldrlawus.com This message is intended only for the use of the individual to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged/confidential/and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. Law Office of Larry D. Rosenstein
AI Analysis:
Message discusses Carl Smith as a QME evaluator but states 'I do not know others' regarding Gary Pattee and Gail Hopkins. Contains no substantive information about Gary Pattee's performance as a medical evaluator.
Carl smith is horrible, Larry, BUT, his knowledge of comp and Guides is even worse haha. Cross ex can destroy him. I do not know others. Brandon D. N. Hollywood
AI Analysis:
This appears to be just a forwarded email header mentioning 'Panelists Pattee; Klassen; and Nicola' but contains no actual substantive content about Gary A Pattee's performance, quality, or track record as a QME/AME medical evaluator. It's only an email routing/forwarding notification without evaluative information.
From: keith gilmetti (lawnet listserver) <listsender-lawnet@lawnet.caaa.org> Sent: Tuesday, October 8, 2024 9:09 AM To: Statewide List Service <lawnet@lawnet.caaa.org> Subject: [lawnet] Fwd: Panelists Pattee; Klassen; and Nicola
AI Analysis:
This message appears to be just email header/signature information from Larry Rosenstein's law office regarding Gary Pattee and Anand Shah as Southern California orthopedic QMEs. While the subject line mentions 'qualified medical evaluators' and references Gary Pattee, the actual message content contains no substantive information about Gary Pattee's performance, quality, or characteristics as a medical evaluator - only contact/legal disclaimer text.
From, Larry D. Rosenstein Law Offices of Larry D. Rosenstein 325 N Larchmont Blvd. # 620 Los Angeles, CA 90004 Tel. (310) 478-5445 Fax (310) 478-7175 e-mail: ldrlaw@earthlink.net e-mail: thelaw@ldrlawus.com This message is intended only for the use of the individual to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged/confidential/and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. Law Office of Larry D. Rosenstein