Dr Valette for Mental Health IMO

[Gopher]

I may possibly use Dr Valette for subject IMO.  Does anyone have knowledge of the effectiveness of his IMO for this first timer's MH IMO?  Last reports on the board seem to be in 2021. Can anyone comment on VA claims stance or acceptability regarding Dr Vallette, good or bad?  Thank you all for your support in setting up and running this board.  You are the best!  

[El Train]

I used him.  Very thorough IME and DBQ.  He verified and backed up my PTSD increase claim and new TBI claim that Dr. Ellis, MD connected to an in service incident. It helped having a Psyc. Dr. weigh in.  I had one VA contractor try to discredit his report as a non treating DR.  I complained to the VARO about this examiner and that she also was a non treating DR. making an assessment.  Two C&P exams later I was 100% PTSD/TBI with P&T. Both exams wanting second opinions that went in my favor.

No promises from me that you will have the same results.  I had the evidence in my record.  VA really couldn't deny based on evidence and an examiner who didn't approve of my approach (I also pissed her off.  Don't do this).  They have to take their own laws into consideration.

His communication isn't the best and it took awhile.  Nerve racking when you already sent the money and haven't heard much, but he did what I was hoping for.  A good solid DBQ and nexus based on my evidence.

[yakabdullahi]

It's great to hear about your positive experience with the disability claims process and how thorough the IME and DBQ were in supporting your PTSD and TBI claims. Having a professional's support can make a significant difference.  For anyone looking for more information on similar experiences or resources, you might want to click here. Hearing about success stories like yours can provide hope and guidance to others navigating the VA disability claims process.

Edited November 23, 2023 by yakabdullahi

[Dot09]

Congratulations on the win eltrain