Independent Medical Examinations Victoria
Our Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) provide clear, objective assessments for medical-legal, insurance, and workplace-related matters. With extensive experience in functional, cognitive, vocational, and long-term care evaluations, we deliver defensible, evidence-based reports used in litigation, case management, and complex rehabilitation planning.
What Is an Independent Medical Examination?
An Independent Medical Examination is a third-party assessment requested by lawyers, insurers, employers, or courts to clarify an individual’s functional abilities, vocational potential, rehabilitation needs, and long-term care requirements.
IMEs offer:
- Objective, unbiased reporting
- Evidence-based findings
- Comprehensive assessment of physical, cognitive, and vocational abilities
- Clear recommendations to support decision-making in legal or insurance contexts
Our assessments adhere to recognized professional standards, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and defensibility.
Who Requests IMEs?
Independent Medical Examinations are commonly requested by:
- Personal injury lawyers
- ICBC and insurance providers
- Employers and workplace disability programs
- Courts and tribunals
- Family law practitioners
- Case managers and rehabilitation coordinators
Types of Assessments Included in an IME
Depending on the referral question, an IME may include one or more specialized assessments.
We offer the following services as part of IME evaluations:
Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE)
Objective assessment of physical abilities, work tolerances, and task performance.
Cognitive Functional Capacity Evaluation (Cog-FCE)
Assesses memory, attention, processing speed, executive functioning, and cognitive work capacity.
Vocational Assessment
Evaluates employability, transferable skills, labour market potential, and future vocational options.
Life Care Plan / Cost of Future Care
Forecasts long-term medical, therapeutic, equipment, and support needs following injury or trauma.
Earnings Capacity Evaluation
Provides projected lifetime earning capacity for legal and support-related matters.
Specialized Trauma-Informed Assessments
Including complex trauma, historical sexual assault, PTSD-related impairments, and long-term functional effects.
Birth Trauma Assessment (Functional + Vocational + Life Care Planning)
Comprehensive assessment of long-term functional and care needs for youth and young adults.
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Contact us for more information
Our team provides professional, objective Independent Medical Examinations tailored to legal, medical, and insurance needs. Contact us today to request more information, discuss your case, or schedule an appointment.