Independent medical exams

What are independent medical exams?

Independent medical exams provide objective, third-party clinical opinions to support complex workplace decisions. They are used by employers, Workers' Compensation Boards, insurers, government organizations, and the legal community.

Viewpoint and AssessMed are Lifemark's dedicated IME divisions and together form Canada's largest independent medical evaluation network. Clients access a national network of expert assessors delivering independent, evidence-based assessments to support confident decisions.

What’s included?

Viewpoint and AssessMed deliver high quality, evidence-based assessments across a full range of disciplines:

• Independent medical evaluation
• Independent psychiatric evaluation
• Neuropsychological assessment
• Vocational evaluation
• Functional capacity evaluation
• Cognitive abilities evaluation
• Ancillary health assessment services, including occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and chiropractic

How does it work?

Once a referral is received, the right assessor is matched to each case based on specialty, location, and timing. This is supported by a national network of over 1,900 experts across 320 locations.

Assessments are conducted independently, and findings are documented in a clear, structured report designed to support your decision-making process.

Viewpoint and AssessMed work as a long-term partners — providing consistent service and strategic support across every engagement.

What will I receive?

Following the assessment, you will receive a clear, structured report with independent clinical findings tailored to your case. Depending on the assessment, this may include:

• Clinical summary and diagnosis
• Functional capacity opinions
• Treatment recommendations
• Return-to-work or accommodation guidance
• Vocational or cognitive findings
• All reports are defensible, actionable, and directly applicable to the decision at hand.