OM Docs Physician Spotlight. Dr. Eric J. Balaguer
Specialized Hand and Upper Extremity Care for Injured Workers
Finding the right physician after a workplace injury is one of the most important decisions an employer, adjuster, or nurse case manager can make. Through the OM Docs Directory, workers' compensation professionals have access to physicians across a wide range of specialties who understand the importance of quality care, communication, and helping injured employees safely return to work.
Helping You Find the Best Doctors for Injured Workers
Helping You Find the Best Doctors for Injured Workers
Why Learning More About a Doctor Before an Injury Happens Matters
When an employee gets hurt, employers want to know they are directing their employees to highly qualified physicians who will provide exceptional care.
Why Choosing the Right Doctor Matters
At OM, we believe patient care should always be the number one priority, regardless of the payor. Before networks, paperwork, or any other consideration, the focus should be on helping injured employees receive the best care possible from highly qualified physicians.
RIMS & FUNDALARYS Unveil Next Steps For Risk Management Advancement In Latin America
New York (May 4, 2026) – RIMS, the risk management society®, and The Latin American Foundation for Risk Management FUNDALARYS (formerly ALARYS) have entered into an agreement to, collaboratively, elevate risk management practices in Latin America by promoting a global standard of knowledge and professionalism through education.
When It Comes to Injured Worker Care, Choosing the Right Doctor Is Essential
For more than 20 years, OM has helped employers, carriers, adjusters, and nurse case managers identify highly qualified physicians committed to delivering excellent care to injured workers.
RIMS Risk Manager of the Year Award Goes to Prologis Head of Global Risk, Jeff Bray
RIMS Risk Manager of the Year Award Goes to Prologis Head of Global Risk, Jeff Bray
Join Our Community for Women in Workers’ Compensation
If you want to be part of a growing community, you can join Oléa and be notified of all upcoming events.
Doctors Who Want to Grow in Workers’ Comp Turn to OM
For over 20 years, OM has been the go-to resource for physicians who want to build their workers’ compensation program the right way.
The Heart Behind Daytona’s Workers’ Comp Program
Paula Eatman is a dedicated workers’ compensation specialist with over three decades of experience in the claims industry. For the past 25 years, she has served as the sole Workers’ Compensation Adjuster for the City of Daytona Beach,
Samantha Julias, Leading Vero Orthopaedics With Dedication and Vision
Samantha's dedication and innovative approaches are making a significant difference in patient care and the workers' compensation industry
Interview with the CEO of Orthopaedic Center of South Florida Robin Fielding
OCSF has been named Best Doctor in Workers’ Compensation for 2025
Advanced Orthopedic Care for Workers’ Compensation Cases in Sarasota and Surrounding Areas
Since 2004, OM has served as a trusted workers’ compensation liaison.
We work directly with employers, adjusters, and case managers to help them access the best doctors — physicians who understand workers’ compensation, follow best practices, and prioritize patient care
Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Care for Workers’ Compensation Cases in Virginia and Northern Virginia
OM helps streamline access to WorkCompReady Certified doctors who prioritize patient care and understand workers’ compensation.
OM Establishes the Nation’s Sole Formal Designation for Medical Practices and Service Providers Committed to Supporting High-Quality, Well-Coordinated Care for Injured Workers
OM Establishes the Nation’s Sole Formal Designation for Medical Practices and Service Providers Committed to Supporting High-Quality, Well-Coordinated Care for Injured Workers
ORIF and Bone Stimulation in a Complex Work-Related Ankle Injury
In this return-to-work case study, Dr. Marisel Medina, DPM, Board-Certified Podiatrist at Orthopaedic Center of South Florida, details the treatment of a healthy warehouse worker who sustained a complex trimalleolar ankle fracture while on the job
Meniscus Tears in the Injured Worker – Diagnosis and Treatment
Causes of Meniscus Tears in the Workplace
Advancing Orthopaedic Care for Injured Workers with Dr. Eric G. Bonenberger
Dr. Bonenberger is a board-certified surgeon specializing in knee, hip, and shoulder surgery. He is a leader in minimally invasive joint replacement, including the muscle-sparing anterior approach for hip replacements and MAKOplasty® robotic-arm assisted knee and hip procedures.
Understanding the Workers Compensation System, My Philosophy
Good communication with the case manager is crucial. Updates on the patient's progress are essential and are an important part of the treatment and recovery plan.