Dr. James E. Repko, DPM, DABPM, offers objective and comprehensive Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) specializing in the foot and ankle in Tampa Bay and the surrounding area. With 8 years of clinical experience and 7 years dedicated to medical-legal evaluations, Dr. Repko provides expert opinions for attorneys and legal professionals in personal injury, workers' compensation, and medical malpractice/malfeasance cases.
His advanced surgical training includes an international fellowship and specialized training through the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. While actively pursuing ABFAS certification, Dr. Repko's expertise spans the evaluation and treatment of complex foot and ankle conditions, with a focus on:
- Injuries
- Painful Deformities
- Sports Medicine
- Reconstructive Surgery of the Foot and Ankle
IME & Legal Experience - Objective Opinions & Clear Testimony
Dr. Repko's extensive medical-legal experience ensures high-quality, defensible reports and testimony. He has successfully completed over 20 Independent Medical Evaluations and participated in over 10 depositions, demonstrating proficiency in navigating the legal landscape.
Dr. Repko possesses a specific understanding of:
- Causation: Clearly linking injuries to specific events.
- Impairment Rating: Applying the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment to objectively determine whole person impairment.
- Standard of Care: Expertly opining on adherence or deviation from accepted medical practices.
He provides insightful opinions on sequelae outcomes and the need for future medical care, ensuring thorough and forward-looking evaluations. Dr. Repko prides himself on his unwavering objectivity in all evaluations and reports.
Common Case Types & Conditions Evaluated
Dr. Repko provides expert IME services for a wide range of foot and ankle conditions, including but not limited to:
- Fractures: Ankle fractures, foot fractures, toe fractures
- Ligamentous Injuries: Sprains, tears (e.g., ankle sprains, syndesmotic injuries)
- Tendon Injuries: Achilles rupture, tendinitis (e.g., peroneal, posterior tibial tendinitis)
- Diabetic Foot Complications: Neuropathy, ulcers, Charcot arthropathy
- Post-Surgical Complications: Non-union, malunion, infection, failed surgery
- Amputations: Evaluation of residual limb and prosthetic needs
- Chronic Pain Syndromes: Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) affecting the foot/ankle, chronic plantar fasciitis
- Biomechanical Issues: Leading to permanent impairment or requiring intervention
Schedule an IME in Tampa with Dr. Repko
Dr. Repko recognizes the urgency and precision required in legal matters. All Independent Medical Evaluation (IME) reports are completed and delivered within two weeks of the examination.
To schedule an evaluation or discuss your case, please call 813-877-6636 or contact us
Our experienced Tampa office manager will assist you with prompt scheduling and coordination.