For Personal Injury Attorneys and Legal Cases
At Sterling Orthopedic Pain and Spine, our Independent Medical Examinations (IME) are designed for personal injury attorneys, insurance carriers, and employers — not for patient care. If you’re a patient looking for treatment, please explore our other services.
For attorneys, we provide clear, unbiased medical opinions you can rely on in negotiations, mediation, and trial. Our board-certified physicians evaluate complex orthopedic, spine, and pain-related injuries with precision, and deliver reports that are timely, objective, and defensible.
What is an Independent Medical Examination?
An Independent Medical Examination (IME) is a third-party medical evaluation performed by a physician who is not involved in the patient’s care. It offers an objective medical opinion on injuries, treatment, and long-term outcomes.
For PI attorneys, IMEs help to:
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Verify the nature and extent of an injury
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Clarify whether ongoing symptoms match the reported accident
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Assess whether current or future treatment is necessary and appropriate
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Provide expert medical opinions for use in legal strategy
Why Attorneys Choose Sterling for IMEs
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Board-certified specialists: Expertise in pain, spine, and orthopedic injury
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Objective, defensible reports: Written for clarity, accuracy, and court-readiness
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Timely turnaround: Reports delivered quickly to keep cases moving forward
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Experience with litigation: Providers available for deposition or expert testimony
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Local credibility: Trusted resource for attorneys across Salt Lake County and surrounding areas
What to Expect from Our IMEs
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Record review: All relevant medical files, imaging, and prior care are examined.
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Focused evaluation: A thorough physical exam is conducted.
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Diagnostic testing: Ordered if additional clarity is needed.
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Written report: Delivered promptly with clear, unbiased medical opinions.
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Expert support: Deposition or testimony available when required.
Common Situations Where IMEs Help Attorneys
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Auto accidents
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Workers’ compensation claims
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Slip-and-fall injuries
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Cases with disputed medical evidence
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Permanent impairment evaluations
FAQs About IMEs
Do you treat patients during the IME?
No. IMEs are independent evaluations only. They do not include treatment.
How fast will I receive the report?
Most reports are completed within two business days. Expedited service is available.
Can your physicians provide expert testimony?
Yes. Our providers are available for depositions and court appearances.
Are your reports objective?
Yes. Reports are based solely on medical evidence and expertise, without bias.
Do you work directly with attorneys?
Yes. Our staff coordinates directly with law firms to streamline scheduling and reporting.
Partner with Sterling for IMEs
In personal injury cases, objective medical insight can be the difference between delay and resolution. At Sterling Orthopedic Pain and Spine, our physicians deliver independent medical examinations you can trust — accurate, defensible, and court-ready.
Contact us today to schedule an IME or to discuss partnering with our team on your next case.
