MBBS (WA), Grad Dip OHS, FAFOEM, CIME, AMS WorkCover WA

Occupational Physician

Dr Silbert is an Australian recognised specialist in Occupational Medicine, with more than 30 years industry experience.

He is an Approved Medical Specialist with WorkCover WA, an executive Fellow of the Australasian Faculty of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (WA) Council and an Independent Medical Examiner with the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners.

Dr Silbert practices all aspects of Occupational Medicine with a specialist interest in Human Capital Risk Management. His experience extends to the resource, refinery, construction and civil contracting, transport and logistics, manufacturing, warehousing and distribution sectors. His expertise includes Early Intervention Injury Management, medico-legal advice and independent medical opinions, pre-employment and Fitness for Work design, implementation and strategic planning for all aspects of Occupational Health.

He advises corporate entities, insurers, self-insurers, insurance lawyers and other health professionals.

Main area of expertise

  • Medico-legal assessments and independent medical examinations
  • Specialist medical risk management advice
  • Evidence-based pre-employment medical assessment design & implementation
  • OHS policy and procedure development and implementation
  • WorkCover approved impairment
  • Permanent disability assessments

Specific services include

  • Early intervention injury management and medical specialist referral
  • Workers compensation claims management, review and advice
  • Onsite and in-house consulting advice
  • Occupational rehabilitation and return to work assessments & implementation
  • Fitness for work assessments
  • Industry-specific and statutory medical assessments
  • Health surveillance Implementation and ongoing maintenance
  • Workplace assessments and OHS advice
  • Poisons permit protocol development, audit and ongoing management
  • Workplace health promotion design and implementation
  • Lecturing, education and training in OHS

OSHGroup offers a

Our Service Portfolio

Medical Assessment Services

Ensure workplace safety and productivity with OSHGroup’s advanced occupational health assessments, proactively identifying and addressing potential health issues.

Travel Health and Vaccinations

Prepare employees for overseas work with OSHGroup’s travel health services, including vaccinations, medical kits, and comprehensive health plans.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Maintain a safe, compliant workplace with OSHGroup's comprehensive, onsite drug and alcohol testing services, supporting your safety strategy.

Injury Management

Ensure swift, effective rehabilitation and a safe return to work with OSHGroup's tailored injury management services, minimising downtime and enhancing workforce health.

Onsite Services

Enhance workplace safety with OSHGroup's onsite medical services, including emergency response, health screenings, and ergonomic assessments, ensuring seamless health integration and compliance.

Health Surveillance

Protect your employees with OSHGroup's rigorous health surveillance, detecting risks early to enhance workplace safety and health.

Fitness for Work

OSHGroup's fitness for work assessments ensure employees meet job requirements safely, providing comprehensive reports for informed workforce deployment decisions.

Health Service Permits

OSHGroup specializes in Health Service Permits, helping Australian organisations manage poisons safely and comply with regulations, ensuring best practices in occupational health and safety.

Corporate Advisory Services

Enhance workplace mental health with OSHGroup's Alta Corporate Psychology services, offering tailored assessments and programs to foster psychological safety and address psychosocial risks, boosting productivity and workplace harmony.

Medico-Legal and IME Services

Reduce financial risk with OSHGroup's medico-legal expertise, offering precise medical assessments and authoritative reports for accurate claim evaluations and robust legal support.

Doctor On-Call

OSHGroup's Doctor on Call service ensures 24/7 global access to medical professionals via satellite phone, providing immediate medical advice and urgent consultations.

Alta Corporate Psychology

Alta Corporate Psychology specialises in workplace psychology, offering coaching, counselling, consulting, and training to enhance individual and organisational performance.

Our Locations

OSHGroup West Perth (Head Office)

36 Parliament Place,
West Perth WA 6005

Postal Address: PO Box 337, Wembley WA 6913

P: +61 8 6298 8400
E: reception@oshgroup.com.au

OSHGroup CBD

15-17 William Street,
Perth WA 6000

Postal Address: PO Box 7692, Cloisters Square WA 6850

P: +61 8 6298 8300
E: cbd@oshgroup.com.au

OSHGroup Airport

Unit A3, Gate 1, Whitham Road, Corner Horrie Miller Drive, Perth Airport WA 6105

P: +61 8 6468 8891
E: airport@oshgroup.com.au

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