Michele Wasson & Dr. Susan Upham

Work Related Injury Management The BEHC providers evaluate and treat acute and chronic work related injuries and illness with a return to work focus. This includes expertise in the treatment of back and neck injuries, cumulative trauma disorders, work related asthma and allergy, toxin related illness, and other acute conditions, such as blood borne pathogen exposures, minor lacerations, burns, puncture wounds and eye injuries. We work as a team with the patient, company, insurer and case manager to insure an optimal outcome.

Preplacement Examinations Conducted in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, preplacement examinations identify whether new hires require work accommodations or special training to safely perform their job. This includes physical examination, predetermined laboratory or mini-functional tests, review of job descriptions, and further testing as indicated by the physician. Our physical therapist can create custom designed evaluations for those companies with particular physical needs. In addition, we can combine these examinations with other tests (e.g. drug and alcohol) or medical surveillance (e.g. respiratory protection) to meet the requirements of state and federal regulations.

Medical Surveillance Examinations BEHC provides comprehensive medical surveillance and screening programs that are cost effective and insure company compliance with state and federal (OSHA) regulations.

These programs provide:
  • Early diagnosis and treatment of illness due to toxic exposures
  • Early detection of exposure before illness develops (e.g. lead screening)
  • Medical clearance for safety purposes (e.g. respirator protection)
  • Establishment of the health status of the worker for future comparison.
Additional benefits include:
  • Incidental identification of non-work related conditions resulting in early medical intervention
  • Opportunities for wellness assessment (e.g. screening for high blood pressure).
BEHC complies with OSHA standards by utilizing mandated questionnaires and performs required laboratory tests on-site at your company or at our clinic. Our experienced occupational physician specialists perform all examinations and interpret all laboratory work. Our familiarity with the regulations allows us to be a resource for you.

Lucie Bolte, X-ray Technologist

DOT Examinations BEHC offers convenient access for the active trucker who requires an annual DOT evaluation. Examinations are performed according to the guidelines of the Federal Motor Carrier Regulations (49CFR391.41 - 391.49.) Every effort is made to promptly serve the employee to avoid excess time off the job.

Ergonomic Services BEHC emphasizes prevention. Recognizing and minimizing workplace ergonomic problems and encouraging self-care will reduce the risks of worker injury. The BEHC physical therapist can perform onsite ergonomic evaluations related to particular jobs and provide preventive educational programs to employers and their employees. This includes annual VDT or "train the trainer" programs, back and neck schools, onsite stretch and self-care clinics, workstation evaluations, ergonomic tool reviews, cardiovascular/endurance/strength training and custom designed preplacement strength and agility evaluations.

Drug & Alcohol Screening and MRO Services BEHC offers breath alcohol, NIDA and NON-NIDA drug tests with or without MRO services on-site at your company or at our clinic. Our staff is trained for accurate performance of the tests in order to minimize the risk of test cancellation or litigation. BEHC provider Dr. Susan Upham, MPH, M.D. is a certified Medical Review Officer and is available to serve your MRO needs.

Physical & Rehabilitation Evaluations Our physiatrist, Dr. Jane Glass, is board certified and has dedicated her career to the field of occupational physiatry. She provides evaluations of complex cases, electrodiagnostic studies, and specialized therapy guidance. Her service includes second opinions, company consultations, independent medical evaluations, and permanent impairment ratings.

Other Services
  • Electrodiagnostic Studies
  • Physical & Occupational Therapy
  • Specialty Consultations in Indoor Air Quality and Reproductive Hazards
  • Wellness Programs (TB Screening, Immunizations, Health Risk Appraisals, Cardiovascular Screening)
  • Independent Medical Evaluations & Permanent Impairment Ratings
  • BTE Evaluations (Computerized Lifting Test)
  • Fitness for Duty for non-work related conditions
  • Hearing Conservation