Wes Madsen, MD, QME
Dr. Wes Madsen provides expert orthopaedic patient care, objective QME and IME evaluations, and expert witness services supported by extensive surgical experience and evidence-based medical analysis.
Orthopaedic Care and Medical Evaluations Delivered with Clarity, Objectivity, and Professional Integrity.
PRECISION. EXPERTISE. TRUST.
Med-Legal & Patient Care Services
Expert Witness
Dr. Wes Madsen provides expert orthopaedic analysis and testimony for legal matters involving musculoskeletal injuries, treatment standards, and functional impairment. His expert witness services include detailed case review, objective medical opinions, and clear communication of complex orthopaedic findings to support attorneys, courts, and legal professionals.
QME / IME Services
Dr. Wes Madsen performs objective Qualified Medical Evaluations (QME) and Independent Medical Evaluations (IME) for workers’ compensation and disability cases. Each evaluation is conducted with careful clinical assessment, thorough medical record review, and evidence-based analysis to produce clear, defensible medical-legal reports.
Orthopaedic Evaluations
- Comprehensive musculoskeletal evaluations
- Diagnosis of joint, bone, and soft tissue conditions
- Functional assessment and treatment planning
- Evidence-based clinical recommendations
- Coordination with imaging and diagnostic testing
Joint & Mobility Care
- Evaluation of joint pain and degeneration
- Hip and knee condition assessment
- Mobility and functional movement evaluation
- Non-surgical treatment recommendations
- Long-term joint health management
Injury & Trauma Care
- Evaluation of orthopaedic injuries
- Fracture assessment and recovery planning
- Post-injury functional evaluations
- Sports and activity-related injuries
- Return-to-activity guidance
Treatment Review
- Independent orthopaedic medical opinions
- Review of prior diagnoses and treatment plans
- Surgical recommendation review
- Treatment plan clarification
- Patient-centered care guidance
Qualifications
CREDENTIALS AT A GLANCE
- Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
- Fellowship-Trained in Adult Reconstruction
- Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME)
- Independent Medical Examiner (IME)
- Orthopaedic Surgery Department Leadership
- Active Clinical and Surgical Practice
ORTHOPAEDIC & MEDICAL-LEGAL EXPERTISE
Dr. Wes Madsen’s Training, Credentials, and Professional Background
Education
- Fellowship Training
Adult Reconstruction Fellowship
University of Utah Orthopaedic Department
Salt Lake City, Utah - Residency
Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
University of Rochester Medical Center
Rochester, New York - Medical School
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
University of Utah School of Medicine
Salt Lake City, Utah - Undergraduate Education
Bachelor of Science – Microbiology
Brigham Young University
Provo, Utah
License & Certifications
- Board Certified – American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Recertified – American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) – California
- Licensed Physician and Surgeon
Academic Appointments
- Orthopaedic Surgery Department Chair
Tanner Clinic - Section Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery
Intermountain Layton Hospital - Orthopaedic Telehealth Consultant
Professional Memberships & Activities
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
- American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
- Utah Orthopaedic Society
- Utah Labor Commission Medical Panel Member
Honors & Awards
- Board Certification Recognition – American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Department Leadership Recognition – Orthopaedic Surgery
- Professional Recognition for Clinical Orthopaedic Practice