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Adam Brooks, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Adam Brooks, MD, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with high honors. He went on to receive his Doctor of Medicine from Keck School of Medicine, USC, and completed an internship and residency at St. Mary’s Medical Center in San Francisco. The following year, Dr. Brooks completed a fellowship at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Dr. Brooks is currently the attending orthopedic surgeon at Sutter Delta Medical Center. He is also affiliated with numerous hospitals in and about the San Francisco region. Dr. Brooks is certified with Orthopedic Sports Medicine, the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, and the State of California Physicians and Surgeons.

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Alan Ross, MD, QME is a licensed Interist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Alan Ross, MD, is a board-certified internist with more than 45 years of clinical expertise. He received a Bachelor degree from the University of of California, Los Angeles, where he was a Regent’s Scholar and graduated Magna Cum Laude. He earned a Doctor of Medicine at University of California, Irvine, where he was also a Regent’s Scholar. Dr. Ross completed an internship in family practice at University of California, Irvine and a residency in internal medicine/primary care at Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles. Dr. Ross is a member of several professional organizations including California Society of Industrial Medicine, Association of Disability Evaluating Physicians, Western Environmental and Occupational Association, American College of Physicians, and American Society of Echocardiography. He is also a Diplomat of the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ross currently runs a private medical practice in Los Angeles and is affiliated with Healthcare Partners Urgent Care.

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Alan Engelberg, MD, QME is a licensed Internal Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Alan Engelberg, MD, received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Harvard College and his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of California, San Francisco. His residency in Internal Medicine was completed at Cedars-Sinai Hospital, where he received the Outstanding Intern Award and was appointed to the Chief Resident in Medicine. Dr. Engelberg has been running a private practice for over 50 years and is currently affiliated with the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He is fluent in French and conversational in Spanish.

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Alex Sable-Smith, MD, MPH, QME is a licensed Anesthesiologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

 

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Alexander Thanh Nguyen, MD, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.  

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Alexander Thanh Nguyen, MD, graduated with a double major in Biology and Political Science with a minor in Gender Studies along with a Master of Public Health in Global Health Leadership from the University of Southern California. Dr. Nguyen received his Doctor of Medicine degree from University of California Davis and completed a residency in psychiatry at UCLA-Harbor Medical Center in Torrance, CA. Dr. Nguyen is currently the inpatient psychiatrist and Section Chief for the Geropsychiatric Unit at the Long Beach VA Medical Center along with being Assistant Clinical Professor for the University of California Riverside. Dr. Nguyen has served as Board of Director for CalOptima from 2016-2020, providing physician leadership, governance, and vision to the single largest health insurer in Orange County serving over 800,000 members, 7500 primary care doctors and specialists, and over 30 hospitals. Dr. Nguyen is also an expert in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and was prior diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. Dr. Nguyen has received many honors and awards for leadership and contributions to the Veteran and the Asian American community. Dr. Nguyen is medically licensed in California.    

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Alireza Nikroo, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Alireza Nikroo, DC, received his Bachelor of Science degree in physiology from University of Washington and his Doctor of Chiropractic from Southern California University of Health Sciences. He currently practices at Elite Sports Medicine and has been a QME since 2017.

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Amanda Goldstein, MD, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Amanda Goldstein, M.D. (née Wachtel) Dr. Goldstein is a board certified psychiatrist. She trained at the University of Chicago’s Adult Psychiatry Residency Program where she served as Chief Resident in her final year. She completed an additional year of training at UCLA’s Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior. She received her medical degree from the University at Buffalo, School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Goldstein is committed to providing exceptional care and helping her patients achieve optimal health and functioning. She works collaboratively with her patients to uncover root problems, and then develops a treatment plan drawing on a broad set of tools. She is trained in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, and is particularly interested in addressing lifestyle imbalances and utilizing technology to improve patient care. Dr. Goldstein is also trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia. Dr. Goldstein is a recipient of the 2021 & 2022 Super Doctors Top Southern California Rising Stars.

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Amy Patel Jain, MD, QME is a licensed Ophthalmologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Amy Patel Jain, MD, received a Bachelor of Science in biological sciences from the University of California Irvine and a Doctor of Medicine from the University of California Irvine School of Medicine. She completed and residency in Ophthalmology from the University of California, Gavin Herbert Eye Institute becoming the chief resident in her final year, and completed a fellowship in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Jain has been running a private practice in Newport Beach, CA and is an affiliate physician at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. She has numerous publications to her credit and is a diplomate for the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Jain is fluent in English, Guajarati, and Spanish.

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Andrew Berman, MD, MPH, QME is a licensed Otolaryngologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Andrew Berman is an expert ENT-Otolaryngologist in Beverly Hills, CA, and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and Olympia Medical Center. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from UCLA and his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University. He completed his internship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and his residency in general surgery at UCLA Medical Center. His ENT residency was completed at University of Texas at Dallas and Manhattan Eye and Ear Hospital. In his studies, Dr. Berman has also received a Master of Public Health from UCLA School of Public Health. Dr. Berman is an ear, nose, and throat Otolaryngologist with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and with Olympia Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA. He is certified with the American Academy of Otolaryngology, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and the California State Board. Dr. Berman’s has provided more than 100+ medical-legal evaluations, more than 10+ deposition testimonies, and has been involved in more than 10+ trail/arbitration/mediation testimonies.

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Anish Chandra, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Anish Chandra, DC, is a practicing chiropractor with over 10 years of clinical experience. He has a broad range of training and expertise which includes Sports Chiropractic, Active Release Technique, Chiropractic Biophysics, Chiropractic Pediatric Care and Nutrition. In addition, he brings to his practice many years of knowledge and experience as an instructor. His integrated approach to health and wellness has a proven track record of resolving acute and chronic injuries as well as corrective spinal care. Dr. Chandra received his bachelors degree in biology and psychology from University of California, Irvine. He went on to receive his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Cleveland Chiropractic College, where he graduated with Honors. He is a Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner (CCSP). Some of his memberships include California Chiropractic Association, Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce and American Chiropractic Association. He is certified by California State Board of Examiners (CSBE) and American Chiropractic Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ACRRT) and holds a certification in CPR. Dr. Chandra has been a chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic and currently is the owner/chiropractor of Spinal Edge Chiropractic.

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Anthony Grajeda, DC, CICE, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Anthony Grajeda, DC, CICE, is board-certified with the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists. He completed his undergraduate education at California State University, Long Beach and earned his degree in Chiropractic from Palmer College. Dr. Grajeda is a Diplomate with the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists and a member of the American College of Chiropractic Orthopedists. He is also a member of Future Industrial Technologies Back Safe program, injury prevention and education training to employees for various companies and organizations. He is also the Founder and President of Colors of Hope Cancer Foundation. Dr. Grajeda is a Certified Independent Chiropractic Examiner (CICE), certified by the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners (ABIME). He is also board-certified as a Neuro-Musculoskeletal Specialist. He maintains a private practice with Affiliated Neurology Center in Mission Viejo and has been a Qualified Medical Evaluator since 2001.

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Ardalan Alen Nourian, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Ardalan Alen Nourian, MD, received his Bachelor of Arts degree with honors in pre-med, economics and education from the University of California, Los Angeles, where he graduated in the top one percent of his class. He received a Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine. He graduated with honors and was awarded Alpha Omega Alpha, a top honor society medical school award only given to the top 10% of graduates. Dr. Nourian completed an orthopedic surgery internship and residency training at the SUNY Downstate Medical Center, and during his residency, Dr. Nourian was named the chief resident of the orthopedic department. He completed a fellowship in spine surgery at the San Diego Center of Spinal Disorder in San Diego, specializing in the management of spinal disorders in adults and children. Dr. Nourian has lectured both nationally and internationally about his research on spinal disorders and treatments for both anterior and lateral spinal fusion. He has been published in multiple journals and has written several book chapters. Dr. Nourian currently practices general orthopedics and orthopedic spine surgery at Ventura Orthopedics in the Simi Valley area.

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Arezou Yaghoubian, MD, QME is a licensed Plastic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Arezou Yaghoubian, MD, received both her Bachelor of Science degree and her Doctor of Medicine degree from University of California, Los Angeles, David Geffen School of Medicine. She completed a general surgery residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, where she was awarded Chief Resident of the Year and Teacher of the Year. She went on to complete a fellowship in plastic and reconstructive surgery followed by an additional fellowship in orthopedic hand and microsurgery, both at UCLA. Dr. Yaghoubian is currently a triple-board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon for Aesthetica LA. She is also a clinical professor at Olive View-UCLA Medical Center’s Department of Plastic Surgery, where she practices the full spectrum of plastic and reconstructive surgery, including hand surgery, aesthetic surgery, and breast reconstruction. Dr. Yaghoubian has received numerous awards and continues to be an active surgery researcher and having co-authored almost 50 manuscripts and book chapters. Her professional memberships include American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society for Surgery of the Hand, and American Association for Hand Surgery.

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Armen Haroutunian, MD, QME is a licensed Anesthesiologist and Pain Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Armen Haroutunian, MD, received his undergraduate degree in biology from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and his Doctor of Medicine from American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. He did his anesthesiology residency at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center and a fellowship at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Dr. Haroutunian is currently an anesthesiologist and pain management specialist at Nalu Medical Neurostimulation, and at Pain Management and Injury Relief Medical Center. He has numerous certifications, licenses, publications, honors and awards, and professional memberships. Dr. Haroutunain fluently speaks and writes in English, Spanish, and Armenian.

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Arnaldo Aleman, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Arnaldo Aleman, DC, grew up in Cuba and received his bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering at the State University of Brno in Czechoslovakia. He then immigrated to the United States and worked as an electrical engineer for Nevada Power Company until 1982, when he was involved in a car accident and learned about chiropractic. The following year, he moved to California and attended Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in Whittier, where he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 1987. After graduating from LACC, Dr. Aleman received his license to practice Chiropractic in the State of California and has been practicing in the city of Upland since then. He strives to continuously improve and update his knowledge in the field of chiropractic, frequently attending post-graduate seminars to provide his patients with the most modern and up-to-date care possible. Dr. Aleman is a member of the California Chiropractic Association, the American Chiropractic Association, and the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic Alumni Association. He has been a QME since 1991.

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Arsalan Malik, MD, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Arsalan Malik, MD received his medical degree from Dow Medical College in Pakistan. He went on to an internship at State University of New York and a residency in psychiatry at Menninger Clinic at Baylor College of Medicine. He served as chief resident of the Menninger Clinic during his residency, where he specialized in addressing the complex medical, psychiatric and substance use difficulties of high-achieving individuals no longer functioning successfully in the workplace and/or at home. He completed a fellowship in psychodynamic psychotherapy at Center for Psychoanalytic Studies. Dr. Malik scored in the 99th percentile on all psychiatry resident in training (PRITE) exams from PGY-1 to PGY-4. He is currently a clinical instructor at UCLA Department of Psychiatry and a clinical associate at New Center for Psychoanalysis. He is also a staff psychiatrist at Behavioral Health Oxnard Adult Clinic, a consulting psychiatrist at Arroyos Psychological Association, and has a private practice in Santa Monica.

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Ausaf A. Bari, MD, QME is a licensed Neurosurgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Ausaf A. Bari, MD, PhD, received a Bachelor of Arts in molecular cell biology from the University of California, Berkeley. He received a Master of Arts, a Doctor of Philosophy, and a Doctor of Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. Bari completed and internship and residency at University of California and a fellowship in functional neurosurgery at University of Toronto, Toronto Western Hospital. Dr. Bari is the director of functional and restorative neurosurgery at the University of California, Los Angeles, where he is also an assistant professor. Dr. Bari has received many awards and honors for his work in neurosurgery and has written numerous publications to his credit. Dr. Bari is a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the North American Neurological Society, and the American Society of Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery. Dr. Bari is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdo.

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Babak Khamsi, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Babak Khamsi, MD, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles and a Doctor of Medicine from Upstate Medical University. He completed a residency in orthopedics from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ and a fellowship in orthopedic spine surgery at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Khamsi went on to earn a Master of Business Administration from the University of California, Irvine. Dr. Khamsi is currently an orthopedic spine surgeon with Haider Spine Center and the medical director with of spine surgery at Corona Regional Medical Center. He is also a volunteer faculty instructor at University of California, Riverside. Dr. Khamsi has numerous publications to his name and numerous honors and awards he has earned during his training and career. Dr. Khamsi is fluent in English, Farsi, and Medical Spanish.

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Betsy Kuriakose, MD, QME is a licensed Hospitalist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Betsy Kuriakose, MD, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in life sciences from New York Institute of Technology and received a diploma of higher education in medical sciences from Northumbria University in Newcastle, United Kingdom. She received a Doctor of Medicine from Saint George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies and completed a residency in internal medicine at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Kuriakose is currently a hospitalist with Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and a hospitalist with Memorial Orange Coast Medical Center. She has received honors and awards during her training and has a publication to her credit.

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Bob Chen, DPM, MSME, QME is a licensed Podiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Bob Chen, DPM, MSME, received a Bachelor of Science degree in molecular and cellular biology, with emphasis on neurology from the University of California, Berkeley. He went on to earn a Master of Science in Medical Education, and a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the California College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Chen completed a residency in podiatric primary care at LAC+USC Medical Center, and a residency in surgery at Midway/Olympia Medical Center. Dr. Chen currently runs a private practice in podiatry and is also the podiatrist at LAC+USC Medical Center for the USC geriatric program.

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Boban Joseph, MD, QME is a licensed Ophthamalogist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Boban Joseph, MD, received his medical degree at Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research University of Madras in India. He completed an internship and surgery residency at JIPMER Hospital of the University of Madras and the University of Western Ontario. After moving to the United States, he did a surgery internship at Harbor Hospital and a ophthalmology fellowship at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine/Wilmer Ophthalmological Institute. Dr. Joseph completed a residency in ophthalmology at UCLA and a fellowship in vitreo-retinal diseases and surgery at University of Southern California. Dr. Joseph has been in private practice at Vitreo-Retinal Associates Medical Group in Pasadena and Pomona since 1983. He is a Fellow with Royal College of Surgeons and Physicians of Canada, American Academy of Ophthalmology, American College of Surgeons, and Royal Society of Medicine of Great Britain. He is also a member of the Pan American Association of Ophthalmology.

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Bradley H. Chesler, MD, QME is a licensed Pain Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation  who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Bradley H. Chesler MD, completed his Doctor of Medicine degree at University of Minnesota Medical School, and residency at the VA Medical Center in Long Beach, CA. and at University of California, Irvine where he was chief resident. Dr. Chesler has been a QME since 1992. He has over thirty years of clinical and administrative experience in a wide variety of rehabilitation settings including inpatient and outpatient hospitals, skilled nursing facility, and private medical practice. Dr. Chesler has extensive training and experience in rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injury, spinal cord injury, stroke, head injury, pain management, electrodiagnostic and nerve conduction velocity (EMG/NCV) assessment and high frequency diagnostic ultrasound. He is highly experienced in the management of industrial injury and knowledgeable of the California Workers Compensation system rules, regulations, and requirements. Dr. Chesler also has expertise in Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF) reports and ratings.        

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Bruce Roth, DO, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Bruce Roth is a board-certified adult and child psychiatrist and psychoanalyst. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from Wayne State University and his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from University of Osteopathic Medicine & Health Services in Des Moines. He completed an internship at the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, a residency in adult psychiatry at the University of Michigan Medical Center, and a fellowship in child psychiatry at Wayne State University. He subsequently graduated from the Michigan Psychoanalytic Institute as an adult and child psychoanalyst. Dr. Roth is currently clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He runs a private practice in psychiatry and is also a psychiatric consultant for the U.S. Army TACOM LCMC, employed to determine fitness for secret security clearance. His memberships include American Osteopathic Association, American Psychoanalytic Association, Michigan Psychoanalytic Institute and Society, and Michigan Osteopathic Neuropsychiatric Society.

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Bruce Huffer, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Bruce Huffer, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Jose, California. He graduated with Honors from the University of Colorado and spent his first two years of medical school at the Faculté libre de médecine de Lille in France, where he was the highest-ranking student. He then returned to the United States and received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1978. Afterwards, he was selected for the five-year orthopedic surgical residency program at St. Luke’s Hospital Center in New York from 1979-1983. He was subsequently selected for the Sports Medicine and Total Joint Reconstruction fellowship at the Orthopedic & Arthritic Hospital in Toronto, Ontario. Dr. Huffer currently manages a private practice and performs elective orthopedic procedures at both O’Connor Hospital and San Jose Regional Medical Center. He has held the position of Chief of Surgery at three nearby hospitals. With over four decades of experience, Dr. Huffer continues to provide excellent treatment of musculo-skeletal problems to all of his patients. He manages these conditions with an emphasis on conservative care but also surgical intervention after determining with the patient that it is the best approach.

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Carla Scheel, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Carla Scheel, DC, received her Bachelor of Science degree in biology, graduating Magna Cum Laude from University of Regina in Canada. She then earned her Doctor of Chiropractic, graduating Suma Cum Laude from Los Angeles College of Chiropractic. She is certified by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners and has been a practicing chiropractor since 2000. Dr. Scheel has been conducting medical-legal evaluations since 2002. She has extensive experience evaluating and treating claimants in the workers’ compensation system,  mostly through her work with a multidisciplinary healthcare team treating orthopedic and neuromusculoskeletal injuries. Dr. Scheel is experienced in evaluating and discussing treatment that is compliant with the California MTUS and ACOEM Guidelines.  She is also well-versed in the application of the various methodologies for describing whole person impairment in the AMA Guides, 5th Edition.

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Carol Soloway, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Carol Soloway, DC, received her Bachelor of Science degree in English education at New York University and a Doctor of Chiropractic at Los Angeles Chiropractic College. She is currently the president of International Association of Women in Orange County. She has also been a lecturer and board member for the Academy of Forensic & Industrial Chiropractic Consultants and a board member for the California Chiropractic Association. Dr. Soloway has been known for completing medical record reviews within 24 hours and is very experienced in writing and reviewing PR-4, QME and AME reports. She has extensive knowledge of medical treatment utilization schedules (MTUS) to include referencing official disability guidelines (ODG) and American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM). She has been performing qualified medical evaluations since 1988.

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Charlotte Burgess, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Charlotte Burgess, DC, received her associate degree in pre-med science from the University of North Dakota, a bachelor’s degree in pre-med science from University of Phoenix, and her Doctor of Chiropractic from Parker University in Dallas, Texas, where she was also a student clinic faculty doctor. Dr. Burgess is currently the owner and chiropractic physician of her own private practice, Burgess Chiropractic. Dr. Burgess has assisted in missionary work in Guatemala and Belize.

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Christopher Chow, MD, QME is a licensed Internal Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Christopher Chow, MD, received a Bachelor of Arts in molecular and cellular biology from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Doctor of Medicine from New York Medical College. He went on to an internship and residency in internal medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Dr. Chow currently runs a private practice in internal medicine and is also the primary investigator and co-founder of Valley Clinical Trails. Dr. Chow is a member of the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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Chun Keung Mak, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Chun Keung Mak, DC, received his bachelors degree from University of Hong Kong. He went on to receive his masters degree in acupuncture and oriental medicine and his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at the Southern California University of Health Sciences. Dr. Mak runs a private chiropractic office in Garden Grove, CA. He has been a qualified medical evaluator since 2011 and is a certified chiropractic sports practitioner. He is an expert consultant for the California Board of Chiropractic Examiners and is board-eligible for the American Board of Medical Malpractice. Dr. Mak speaks Cantonese and Mandarin fluently. Dr. Mak is medically licensed in California, Hawaii, and Washington.

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Cliff Sabath, PhD, QME is a licensed Psychologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Cliff Sabath, PhD, received his Bachelor of Arts degree from University of California, Los Angeles, and his Doctor of Philosophy from California School of Professional Psychology at Los Angeles. He has been doing medical-legal evaluations since 1988 and has been a QME since 1993. Dr. Sabath has done various types of forensic evaluations, including workers comp and civil litigation as well as expert witness testimony in criminal court numerous times. Dr. Sabath currently runs a private practice as a psychotherapist in Gardena, CA. He is also the director of Sabath and Associates.

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Clive Segil, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Clive Segil, MD, has a national reputation for exceptional ability as an expert witness. He has 50 years of experience as a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and an expert for defense and plaintiff in workers’ compensation, personal injury, medical malpractice cases, and all surgical and non-surgical orthopedic conditions. His specialties are spine and scoliosis, hip and knee replacements, and all diseases related to the musculoskeletal system in adults and children. Dr. Segil received his medical degree from University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa and went on to complete an internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at Johannesburg General Hospital. His repeated an internship for licensure in California at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He completed a hip surgery fellowship at the Center for Hip Surgery in England and a spine surgery fellowship at the University of Toronto and the Toronto East General and Orthopedic Hospital. Dr. Segil has had a private practice performing orthopedic surgery in Los Angeles since 1975. He is also an attending orthopedic surgeon at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Some of his professional memberships include Western Orthopedic Association, California Orthopedic Association, Cedars-Sinai Health Associates, and Spine Network of California. He has also been a professor/lecturer at University of Southern California School of Medicine, University of Toronto School of Medicine, University of the Witwatersrand, and Johannesburg General Hospital Nursing College.

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Craig Joseph, MD, QME is a licensed Internist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Craig Joseph, MD, received a Bachelor of Arts degree from University of Illinois and his Doctor of Medicine degree from Chicago Medical School. He went on to complete an internship at Beth Israel Medical Center and a residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine. He completed a fellowship in Nephrology at Michael Reese Hospital, and has been running a private practice since 1979. Dr. Joseph began writing medical-legal reports in 1982 and was in the first group of doctors to successfully pass the QME exam in 1994. He has a proven track record with Agreed Medical Examination (AME) reports and is available to provide treatment to workers’ compensation patients when necessary. Dr. Joseph has been called upon to serve as an “Expert” witness in pulmonary cases and toxic exposure cases in California.

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Cynthia L. Tays, DC, FIANM, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Cynthia L. Tays, DO, FIANM, received an undergraduate degree in biology, graduating with honors from St. Cloud State University, and received a Doctor of Chiropractic from Texas Chiropractic College in Pasadena, TX, where she was also a clinical faculty member. Dr. Tays is currently a qualified medical evaluator for the State of California Division of Worker’s Compensation, a peer reviewer for the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners, where she held prestigious positions on the board such as being chairperson (a position appointed to her by the Governor of Texas, Mr. Rick Perry), and a PACE reviewer of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Board. Dr. Tays is an expert witness and consultant for automobile liability cases for defense and plaintiff attorneys, and is a teacher/speaker for NACA Texas. Throughout her career, Dr. Tays has been the lead case reviewer, examiner, and consultant on numerous chiropractic committees. Dr. Tays is medically licensed in California, Minnesota, and Texas.

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Daniel S. Orlovich, MD, Pharm.D., QME is a licensed Interventional Pain Management Physician and Anesthesiologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Daniel S. Orlovich, MD, Pharm.D., received a Doctor of Pharmacy from Butler University and a Doctor of Medicine from the University of California School of Medicine, Irvine. He completed an internship with Kaiser Permanente, a residency with Stanford University, and a fellowship with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Orlovich has written numerous publications and has received numerous awards and honors during his education and career. Dr. Orlovich is currently an interventional pain medicine physician with Southern California Orthopedic Institute. He is duel board certified in anesthesiology and pain medicine and has an extensive list of professional memberships he belongs to including, but not limited to, being a diplomate with the American Board of Anesthesiology and a diplomate with the American Board of Pain Medicine. Dr. Orlovich is fluent in English and Spanish.

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Daniel Franc, MD, QME is a licensed Neurologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Daniel Franc, MD, PhD, is an expert neurologist who offers a comprehensive approach to treating patients with disorders affecting the neurological system including diseases such as adult hydrocephalus, normal pressure hydrocephalus, Alzheimer’s, dementia, other neuropsychiatric problems and brain-related and nervous system conditions. Dr. Franc received his Bachelor of Arts degree from University of Iowa. He went on to earn his PhD in Neuroscience and his Doctor of Medicine degree from University of Minnesota. He completed a residency in Neurology at UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Franc has received the UCLA Department of Neurology Resident Research Award, UCLA Neuroinformatics Research Award, and the Steer Family Award in Diabetes Research at University of Minnesota. Dr. Franc is currently involved in numerous neurological studies in the capacity of co-director, primary investigator, and sub-investigator. Dr. Franc has lived in Denmark, Sicily, Russia and Brazil doing health research and is proficient in Danish, Russian, Spanish and French.

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Danny Keiller, MD, QME is a licensed Urologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Danny Keiller graduated with Honors from University of Arizona with a Bachelor of Science in zoology. He went on to earn his Doctor of Medicine degree, graduating with Honors from Baylor College of Medicine and received the Frank Coleman Hamm Award for Excellence in Urology. His residency in surgery and urology was completed at the University of California, San Diego, where he was Chief Resident in Urological Surgery during the 1972 to 1973 academic year. He served as an Honorary Clinical Fellow in Urology at the Middlesex Hospital and Medical School in London, England, and received his MBA from San Diego State University. Dr. Keiller, MD, has an extensive background in academic urology, having served as an instructor, assistant clinical professor, and voluntary associate clinical professor in surgery/urology at the University of California, San Diego, and as an instructor in urology at Tulane University. He is also a veteran, having served as Chief of Urology at the Air Force Regional Medical Center, Keesler AFB, Biloxi, MS from 1973 to 1975. Dr. Keiller has been running a private practice in urology since 1975 and is active in many professional organizations. He is a past president of the San Diego Urological Society, a past president of the San Diego Society for Sex Therapy and Education, a founding board member of the California Urological Association, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.  He has numerous presentations and publications to his credit and continues to be active in innovative urologic research. His specialties include male health, urologic cancers, sexual function, and office urology.

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David E. Sheski, MD, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

David E. Sheski, MD, received an undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and a Doctor of Medicine from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. He completed an internship Kaiser Permanente Pediatric Medicine, and a residency and fellowship with UCLA Olive View Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Sheski currently runs a private outpatient psychiatric practice with CalPsychiatry and is the attending psychiatrist with UCLA Olive View Medical Center. He is highly trained in the psychiatry of general anxiety, phobias, panic disorders, and OCD. Dr. Sheski has held numerous faculty appointments and awarded honors for his teaching abilities. Dr. Sheski is medically licensed in California, New Mexico, and New York.

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David K. Padgett, DO, QME is a licensed Physiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

David K. Padgett, DO, received a Bachelor of Science in biology from Erskine College and a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed an internship with Phoenix General Hospital and a residency with Stanford University. Dr. Padgett was a clinical instructor at Touro University of Osteopathic Medicine from 2007 to 2011. Dr. Padgett has been running a private practice in rehabilitation & pain management since 1992 and is also a physiatrist at RehabOne Medical Group and at IPM Medical Group. He is a diplomate with the American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation as well as a diplomate with the National Board of Examiners for Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Padgett is a member of the California Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and a member of the Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of California. Dr. Padgett has been providing his medical-legal expertise since 1997.

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Deborah Chen, MD, MSME, QME is a licensed Podiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Deborah Chen, DPM, MSME, received a Bachelor of Science degree in molecular and cellular biology, with emphasis on neurology from the University of California, Berkely. She went on to earn a Master of Science in Medical Education, and a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the California College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Chen completed a residency in surgery at Century City Hospital. Dr. Chen currently runs a private practice in podiatry and is also the attending physician at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and at Olympia Medical Center.

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Deborah Termeie, DDS, QME is a licensed Periodontist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Deborah A. Termeie, DDS, graduated Magna Cum Laude in neuroscience at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), received a Doctor of Dental Surgery from University of California Los Angeles. She completed her residency at the University of California Los Angeles as well. Dr. Termeie is currently a periodontal surgeon with the Office of Jay Schulman, DDS., and a dental examiner for the American Board of Periodontology. She is a clinical instructor at the University of California Los Angeles. Dr. Termeie is a member of the American Board of Periodontology, and is the recipient of numerous honors and awards during her career.

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Dinesh Sharma, MD, QME is a licensed Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Dinesh Sharma, MD, received both his Bachelor of Arts degree and his Doctor of Medicine degree from Wayne State University. He completed a residency in physical medicine & rehabilitation at the UCLA Wadsworth VA Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai, where he was chief resident in his final year. Dr. Sharma received the Regents Alumni Scholarship Award as an undergraduate and the recommendation for Clinical Honors in Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology in medical school. He has also been nominated for Outstanding Physician of the Year by the nursing staff at Kaweah Delta District Hospital. Dr. Sharma has had a private practice in Visalia since 1989. He has been doing QMEs since 1994 and IMEs since 1996, and he is an expert reviewer for the Medical Board of California. His memberships include American Medical Association, California Medical Association, California Society of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and American Academy of Neurophysiology. He is a Fellow with the American Academy of Disability Evaluating Physicians and a Diplomate with the National Board of Medical Examiners as well as the American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

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Divakar Krishnareddy, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Divakar Krishnareddy, MD, received his Doctor of Medicine from Andhra Medical College and continued his studies in orthopedic surgery at University of West Indies. His residency in surgery was completed at Misericordia Fordham Hospitals and his residency in orthopedic surgery was completed at Albert Einstein University Hospital. Dr. Krishnareddy completed a fellowship in Spine Surgery at Rancho Amigos Hospital Medical Center an affiliate of USC. Dr. Krishnareddy has been practicing for over 40 years, and is currently the Chief Orthopedic Surgeon at the Los Angeles Community Hospitals Alta Hospital Group. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and the American Academy of Neurological Orthopedic Surgeons. He has also been an assistant professor of orthopedic surgery at Pomona Osteopathic Medical College and at the University of California, Irvine.

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Elaine Date, MD, QME is a licensed Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Dr. Elaine Date received her Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Stanford University, graduating with Honors. She went on to complete her Doctor of Medicine degree at the Medical College of Pennsylvania. Her residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation was done at Stanford University School of Medicine, after which she quickly found herself immersed in both teaching and practicing medicine. Double board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation and electro-diagnostic medicine, Dr. Date’s experience is varied and extensive. She was Chief of the Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Residency Program Director in PM&R at Stanford University School of Medicine from 1989 to 2007. She was also Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System from 1986 to 2007. Other past appointments include Medical Director for the VA Polytrauma Rehabilitation Center and Director of The Stanford PM&R Spine Fellowship Program. Additionally, she completed training in Medical Acupuncture with University of California, Los Angeles in 1993. As an Associate Professor at the Stanford School of Medicine, Dr. Date was extensively published in scientific peer-reviewed medical literature on topics ranging from electrodiagnosis of neck and low back pain to techniques for low back injections. Dr. Date has also appeared as a guest physician on local television programs. She has lectured nationally and internationally on various topics relating to electrodiagnosis and pain and the medical management of pain including use of botulinum toxin. As an active member of her community, Dr Date has previously volunteered for many different committees and organizations and has been the Team Physician for various Stanford athletic teams. She currently practices at Remedy Medical Group and the award-winning San Mateo Medical Center.

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Elham Nemat, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Elham Nemat, DC, received her bachelors degree from University of Irvine and her Doctor of Chiropractic from Cleveland Chiropractic College. Techniques she uses in her practice include Gonsted, Thompson Drop Table Technique and Manipulation under Anesthesia. She is a Qualified Medical Evaluator and certified Industrial Disability Evaluator. She currently has a private practice in Encino, CA. Her memberships include American Chiropractic Association, California Chiropractic Association and Florida Chiropractic Association. She speaks English, Spanish, Persian and Armenian.

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Ellen M. Modell, MD, QME is a licensed Neurologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

DR. MODELL BIO:

Ellen M. Modell, MD, received her undergraduate degree in chemistry from University of Missouri, and earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine. She completed an internship and residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Dr. Modell currently is a qualified medical evaluator (QME) earning her certification in 2021 and is medically licensed in the State of California. She is a member of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and have held prominent positions such as Medical Director of EEG/EMG Lab, Medical Ethics Committee, Critical Care Committee, and served on the executive board of the Washington State Neurological Society. Dr. Modell earned a certificate of added qualification in headache medicine from the National Headache Foundation. This is a significant and highly sought after designation for those who suffer with post traumatic headaches.

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Emily Holbrook, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Emily Holbrook, DC received a Bachelor of Science degree in a double major of Health & Wellness and Anatomy and also received a Doctorate of Chiropractic from Parker University in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Holbrook is certified by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners. Dr. Holbrook owns and runs a private chiropractic office in El Reno, Oklahoma where she sees a variety of patients consisting of auto accident injury, worker’s compensation, sports injury, prenatal and pediatrics. She also is a chiropractor at The Broadway Clinic where she specializes in personal injury cases. She was the recipient of the NextGen Under 30 Healthcare award in 2016. She received accreditation as an Industrial Injury Evaluator in 2019 and is a member of the Oklahoma Chiropractic Association. Dr. Holbrook is medically licensed in California and Oklahoma.

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Emily Todd, MD, PhD, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Emily Todd, MD, PhD, received her Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Hope College and a Doctor of Philosophy in molecular neuroscience from Vanderbilt University. She went on to earn a Doctor of Medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Todd completed a residency in adult psychiatry and a fellowship in child & adolescent psychiatry at UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior. Dr. Todd has received the Hope College Endowed Scholarship, Vanderbilt IGP Director’s Award, Northwestern University Frable Scholarship and the Northwestern University Neymann Scholarship. She has been on the Cal-ACAP Government Affairs Committee since 2014. Dr. Todd currently practices at Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center as a staff child & adolescent psychiatrist, and runs Santa Monica Child Psychiatry, a private practice.

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Dr. Eric Isero, DC, QME is licensed in both California and Idaho and is available for PQMEs, AMEs, Independent Medical Evaluations (IME), Federal Department of Labor Referee Exams, Fitness for Duty Evaluations, Expert Witness Testimony, and Nexus Letters at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Eric Isero, DC, received his bachelor’s degree in Physiological Sciences from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) and his Doctor of Chiropractic at Palmer College of Chiropractic-West. Dr. Isero is a Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist (CEAS) and has taught workplace safety at major corporations throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Dr. Isero has been in clinical practice for over 25 years and has a broad range of training and expertise, which includes Diversified, Thompson, SOT, Activator, and Sports Chiropractic. He has acted as a team physician for both high school and collegiate athletes. Dr. Isero utilizes an integrative functional medicine approach to treat injured workers suffering from both acute and cumulative trauma and to ensure optimal outcomes for his patients.

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Eric Wexler, MD, PhD, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Eric Wexler, MD, PhD, received a Bachelor of Arts in biochemistry from Vassar College. He went on to earn a Doctor of Philosophy and a Doctor of Medicine from Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Wexler completed a residency in psychiatry at Stanford University, and completed three fellowships, a fellowship in psychopharmacology research at Stanford University, a fellowship in aging research at Palo Alto Veterans Hospital, and a fellowship in Neurogenetics at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Wexler was a full-time clinical professor at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, in the Division of Geriatric Psychiatry and the Center for Neurobehavioral Genetics, and an assistant professor at Semel Institute: Center for Neurobehavioral Genetics & Division of Geriatric Psychiatry. Dr. Wexler is a board-certified psychiatrist in practice for over 20 years, specializing in psychopharmacology and neuropsychiatry. Dr. Wexler currently run a a private psychiatric practice in Santa Monica.

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Evan Marlowe, MD, QME is a licensed Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Evan Marlowe, MD, received a Bachelor of Science degree in biology/biomedical sciences, graduating with Honors from University of California at Riverside. He received a Doctor of Medicine degree from University of Arkansas and completed a surgical internship at Oregon Health Sciences University. Dr. Marlowe completed a residency in physical medicine & rehabilitation at Graduate Hospital in Philadelphia, where he was Chief Resident in his last year. Dr. Marlowe has been affiliated with West Valley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, West Hills Hospital, and the Center for Better Health/Southland Spine and Rehabilitation Medical Center. He was the Founder of the Marlowe Institute for Sports, Spine and Nerve. Dr. Marlowe currently practices at IPM Medical Group Inc. and has been a QME since 1999.

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Farzad Rabbany, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Farzad Rabbany, DC, received his Doctor of Chiropractic from Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, where he was also the recipient of the Dedicated Service Award and the Honorary Scholastic Society of Healing Arts Award. Dr. Rabbany has had a private practice in Beverly Hills since 1995. His professional memberships include American Chiropractic Association, California Chiropractic Association and Los Angeles College of Chiropractic Alumni Association. He is a Diplomat with the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners.

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Francisco Yepez, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Francisco Yepez received a Bachelor of Science in clinical exercises from California State University at Fullerton and a Doctor of Chiropractic at Southern California University of Health Sciences. Dr. Yepez is currently the owner at Paragon Chiropractic in Irwindale and has a satellite office with Phoenix Medical Group in Ontario.

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Gagendeep Singh Arora, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Gagendeep Singh Arora, DC, received his bachelor’s degree in Microbiology from University of Arizona and his Doctor of Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic West. His memberships include American Chiropractic Association, Arizona Association of Chiropractic, and American Back Society. Dr. Arora is currently a Chiropractic Physician with Innovative Pain & Wellness and is also a Chiropractic Physician with the Texas Rangers. Dr. Arora holds board certified Chiropractic and Physiotherapy licenses in Arizona, California, Oregon, and Texas.

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Gayane Begoyan, MD, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Gayane Begoyan, MD, is board-certified in general psychiatry and received her Doctor of Medicine degree at Tartu State University Institute of Medicine in Estonia. She later completed her residency in psychiatry at Bergen Regional Medical Center and her fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Harbor UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Begoyan is currently a psychiatrist at San Antonio Mental Health Clinic, Department of Mental Health in the Los Angeles area. She fluent in English, Russian, and Armenian.

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Gerald O’Day, PhD, QME is a licensed Psychologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Gerald O’Day, PhD, received a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara and a Doctor of Philosophy in clinical psychology from Cambridge Graduate School of Psychology. He earned a standard designated services credential in school psychology from California State University in Los Angeles. Dr. O’Day has contributed most of his career as a licensed clinical psychologist for Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health providing mental health service for chronic mentally ill patients and for individuals in early treatment. He has been co-chair of statewide school psychology convention and served as a state board member for the California Association of School Psychology. He has received numerous awards for his work including Mayor Bradley award from Los Angeles Public Administrators and commendations from Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors among other awards.

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Gerald Weingarten, MD, QME is a licensed Cardiologist and Internal Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Gerald Weingarten, MD, received a Bachelor of Science in psychology and a Doctor of Medicine from Wayne State University School of Medicine. He completed an internship and residency in internal medicine and cardiology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and an additional residency in internal medicine at the Wadsworth VA/UCLA Hospital. Dr. Weingarten has been in private practice in the San Fernando Valley since 1977, and is currently affiliated with Providence Tarzana Medical Center and the Jewish Home for the Aging. He was previously the president of Phi Delta Epsilon Medical Fraternity with the San Fernando Valley Graduate Club and Chief of Medicine at both Sherman Oaks Hospital and the Jewish Home for the Aging. Dr. Weingarten has been involved with medical-legal work performing AMEs, QMEs and IMEs for over 30 years. He is a medical expert for the Social Security Administration Disability Adjudication and Review office. He is also a Diplomate with American Board of Internal Medicine and a member of American College of Physicians and the American Society of Internal Medicine.

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Gerardo Guevara, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Dr. Guevara attended the University of California, Irvine for his undergraduate studies and received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, where he made the Dean’s List. He has been a practicing Chiropractor since 1991 and has over 30 years of experience treating injured workers and evaluating disabilities. He received accreditation as an Industrial Disability Evaluator in 1993 and 2003 and was a recipient of the 2015 Patients’ Choice Award. Dr. Guevara is certified by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners and is a Certified Medical Examiner for the U.S. Department of Transportation. He currently running a private practice in Riverside and speaks English and Spanish fluently.

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Gregory L. Marusak, MD, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Gregory L. Marusak, MD, received his Bachelor of Science degree from University of Colorado and his Doctor of Medicine degree from Wayne State Medical School. He completed a residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical center, after which he became an associate professor at UCLA, specializing and training resident physicians in mood disorders and psychopharmacology. Dr. Marusak has practiced psychiatry in his private practice and in the medical-legal industry, where he has reported on thousands of psychological injuries and served as a QME, IME, AME and Forensic Evaluator. He co-founded California Medical Evaluators with Dr. Gabor Vari in order to bring his expertise as a medical evaluator and QME to more areas of California.

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Hirsh Kaveeshvar, DO, QME is a licensed Pain Medicine Physician and Neurologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Hirsh Kaveeshvar, MD, received an undergraduate degree in human physiology and a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Michigan State University, where is also served on the faculty in the Osteopathic Medicine Clinic. He completed an internship Henry Ford Hospital, and a fellowship at Wayne State University, and a fellowship at Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic. Dr. Kaveeshvar is currently a neurologist and pain management physician at Spine and Orthopedic Center, HKLA NeuroPain, and at Synergex Med. He is highly specialized in interventional pain medicine, fluoroscopic-guided spinal injections, nerve blocks, epidurals and spinal cord stimulators, complex pain syndromes, and concussions. His memberships include American Osteopathic Association, American Academy of Neurology, and North American Neuromodulation Society. Dr. Kaveeshvar has numerous publications to his credit. Dr. Kaveeshvar is medically licensed in California, Florida, Michigan, and New York.

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Javier M. Torres, MD, QME is a licensed Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Javier M. Torres, MD, received a bachelor’s degree from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), and a Doctor of Medicine from Autonomous University of Guadalajara. He completed a residency at Saint Vincent’s Medical Center, and a residency at the Graduate Hospital Affiliated with University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Torres is currently a physiatrist at Electrodiagnostic Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, a physiatrist at Integrated Industrial and Family Practice Medical Clinics, and a physiatrist at Las Vegas Neurosurgery Orthopedics and Rehabilitation. His certifications include American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Federal Licensing Examination (FLEX), and Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates. Dr. Torres is a member of the American Board of Physical Pain and Rehabilitation. Dr. Torres is medically licensed in California and Nevada.

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Jeffrey Nerenberg, MD, QME is a licensed Physiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Jeffrey Nereberg, MD, completed a Doctor of Medicine degree at University of Minnesota Medical School, and a residency at VA Medical Center in Long Beach, CA. and a residency at University of California, Irvine, where he was chief resident. He is highly trained and specialized in nerve damage, prosthetics, chronic pain, surgery recovery, rehabilitation, and EMG nerve conduction studies. Dr. Nerenberg is currently a physician case reviewer for Megellan Health Care. His memberships include the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and the California Medical Board.

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John Shega, MD, QME is a licensed Dermatologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

EXPERT FOCUS/SPECIALTIES INCLUDE:

• Skin Cancer
• Skin Cancer Removal
• Skin, Hair, and Nail Disease
• Laser Surgery
• Environmental and Occupational Skin Diseases

Dr. Shega is a highly trained, expert Dermatologist in San Diego and is available to provide expert opinions, please reach out for CV and expert fees.

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Jonathan Terry, DO, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Jonathan Terry, DO, graduated Magna Cum Laude in biology and Spanish from Truman State University, and received a Doctor in Osteopathic Medicine from Kirksville College of Osteopathic medicine. He completed a master’s degree in health administration from University of Phoenix, and an internship, residency, and fellowship with University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center. Dr. Terry is currently the staff psychiatrist, medical director, director of telemedicine services, and the physician advisor to the CEO of Traditions Behavioral Health in Napa, CA., and is clinical associate professor at California Health Sciences University. Dr. Terry has authored numerous books and has received many honors and awards for his work. Dr. Terry is licensed and certified with the National Board of Osteopathic Physicians, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, American Board of Integrated and Holistic Medicine, and the Institute for Functional Medicine. He is relied upon by many counties in California and New Mexico as an expert witness. Dr. Terry is medically licensed in California, Florida, and New Mexico.

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Jonathan Ellis, MD, QME is a licensed Gastroenterologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Jonathan Ellis, MD, graduated from Stanford University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Honors in Humanities.  He obtained his Doctor of Medicine from Stanford University School of Medicine, then moved to Los Angeles where he completed a three-year Internal Medicine Residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.  He was selected as Chief Resident, a one-year teaching position in which he supervised training of Internal Medicine Residents. He then completed a fellowship in Gastroenterology at the UCLA Integrated Program in Digestive Diseases and Nutrition. Since completing his fellowship, he has been running a private practice in gastroenterology in the Los Angeles and Beverly Hills area. Dr. Ellis holds lifetime board certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine in both Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.  He holds the titles of Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at UCLA Geffen School of Medicine and Attending Physician at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.  Dr. Ellis is active on hospital committees both at Cedars-Sinai and at UCLA. Dr. Ellis has been the recipient of numerous honors and awards throughout his career.

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Joseph Sclafani, MD, QME is a licensed Interventional Pain Management Physiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Joseph Sclafani, MD, received a Bachelor of Science degree in molecular and developmental biology from University of California, Los Angeles, graduating Summa Cum Laude. He earned a Doctor of Medicine degree from University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, where he also completed an internship in general surgery. Dr. Sclafani completed a clinical spine fellowship at Spine Institute of San Diego and a residency in physical medicine & rehabilitation (PM&R) was completed at Georgetown University/National Rehabilitation Network. During his residency, he was the recipient of the Georgetown National Rehabilitation Hospital Top Resident in PM&R Award. Dr. Sclafani also completed a fellowship in Interventional Pain Management at Stanford University. Dr. Sclafani is currently an interventional pain management physician with Apex Pain & Wellness, a research consultant with Milestone Research Organization and a co-founder/board member/developer with Minimally Invasive Spine Centers of Excellence Registry. He has done extensive research in PM&R at the National Institute of Health. Dr. Sclfani’s memberships include American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Association of Academic Physiatrists, North American Spine Society, International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery, Society of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, and American Medical Association.

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Joseph Moza, MD, QME is a licensed General Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Joseph Moza, MD, earned his medical degree at Assiut University School of Medicine in Egypt and went on to receive advanced training in urology at Cairo University Hospital, Air Force Hospital and Assiut University Hospital. Upon moving to the United States, Dr. Moza completed fellowships in urology at Louisville University Hospital and Cabrini Medical Center/NYU Medical Center. He completed an internship at Interfaith Medical Center, which was followed by additional post-graduate training in general surgery at Phoenix Integrated Program, Massachusetts General Hospital and Martin Luther King/Charles Drew’s Jr. Medical School. Dr. Moza currently runs a private practice in Needles, CA. He is affiliated with Colorado River Medical Center, Lompoc Valley Medical Center and Kern Medical Center. Some of his memberships include American College of Surgeons, California Medical Association, Imperial County Medical Society and American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Surgery.

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Joseph W. Zaky MD, QME is a licensed Internal Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.  

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Judith-Ann M. Knowles, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Judith Ann Knowles, DC, received her Bachelor of Arts in human behavior from National University and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Chapman University. She earned her Doctor of Chiropractic from Life West Chiropractic College. Dr. Knowles currently runs a private chiropractic office. She is relied upon for her knowledge and expertise by the State of California and the State of Texas Workers’ Compensation Divisions. Dr. Knowles is medically licensed in California and Texas.

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Jyh Chang, MD, QME is a licensed Internal Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Jyh Chang, MD, received his medical degree from the University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, in Sao Paulo, Brazil. It is also the same university where he served his first residency. He then completed an internship at St. Luke’s Hospital, in St. Louis, MO, and his second residency at LAC-USC Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Chang is currently an internist and primary care physician at Pacifica-Sur Medical Group, in Baldwin Park, CA. He is highly specialized in internal medicine. He is also fluent in several languages, including English, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Fujian Chinese, Taiwanese, and Portuguese.

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Karen Wrubel, DPM, FACFAS, QME is a licensed Podiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Karen Wrubel, DPM, FACFAS, received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Michigan and earned a masters degree from Wayne State University. She completed a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University and a post-graduate surgical preceptorship at West End Podiatry Group. Dr. Wrubel currently practices at Far West Podiatric Medical Group, Inc. She is a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and a diplomate with the National Board of Podiatric Examiners. Her memberships include American Podiatric Medical Association, California Podiatric Medical Association, American College of Foot and Angle Surgeons, Los Angeles County Podiatric Medical Society, and American Professional Wound Care Association. She speaks English and Spanish fluently.

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Kari Tervo, PhD, QME is a licensed Neuropsychologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Kari Tervo, PhD, is a clinical psychologist, neuropsychologist, and qualified medical evaluator licensed in the State of California. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Michigan, where she won numerous awards and scholarships, graduating with High Distinction as a member of Phi Beta Kappa. She earned a Master of Arts degree and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in clinical psychology from the University of Maryland, where she specialized in schizophrenia and neuropsychology. She went on to complete a fellowship in neuropsychology at University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Tervo has been involved with the medical-legal field since 2009 and has been a QME since 2014. She has over ten years of experience as a psychologist and has worked in a number of environments, including forensic and hospital settings. Her scope of diagnostic expertise is expansive and ranges from depression, pain, and adjustment disorders to severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia. She is particularly skilled in the assessment of substance use disorders. Dr. Tervo also provides cognitive-behavioral therapy and neuropsychology evaluations for individuals who require significant care for their medical needs.

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Katherine Au, MD, QME is a licensed Hand Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Katherine Au, MD, received her undergraduate degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of California, Berkeley and earned her medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. She completed her residency in Plastic Surgery at Penn State University – Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, where she was given the Department of Surgery Resident Professionalism/Humanism Award and the Steven H. Miller Outstanding Plastic Surgery Teaching Award. Her fellowship in Hand and Microsurgery was completed at University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Au is currently a pediatric plastic and hand surgeon at Shriners for Children Medical Center and the Orthopedic Institute for Children. She is also a clinical assistant professor at both University of Southern California and University of California, Los Angeles. Her memberships include the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, and the Pediatric Hand Study Group.

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Kelsi Kriewald, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Kelsi Kriewald, DC, received her Bachelors of Science degree in exercise and sports science from Texas Tech University and her Doctor of Chiropractic from Parker University. She has been the Part Owner/Clinic Director/Chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in Georgetown, TX since 2016. Dr. Kriewald is a member of the Texas Chiropractic Association, and she is a qualified medical evaluator and certified industrial injury evaluator. Dr. Kriewald is medically licensed in California and Texas.

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Ken Fujimura, MD, QME is a licensed Neurologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Ken Fujimura, MD, received a Bachelor of Arts in molecular and cell biology from the University of California, Berkely, and a Doctor of Medicine from New York Medical College. He went on to complete an internship at Jacobi Medical Center in Bronx, NY, completed a residency in neurology at LAC+USC, and a fellowship in clinical neurophysiology at LAC+USC in Los Angeles. Dr. Fujimura is currently a neurologist with West Coast Neurology. He is board certified in neurology in the State of California.

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LaMar Sheppard, DC, CSCS, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

LaMar Sheppard, DC, CSCS, received and undergraduate degree in political science from University of California, Berkeley, and completed a Doctor of Chiropractic, graduating Cum Laude, from Palmer College of Chiropractic West, in San Jose, CA. Dr. Sheppard has been running a private practice in chiropractic since 2018, and his professional memberships include American Red Cross and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Dr. Sheppard was a finalist for the Clinical Excellence Award in 2018, and has authored a publication for the Palmer College of Chiropractic newspaper.

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Larry Ozowara, MD, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Larry Ozowara, MD, completed an undergraduate degree in psychology from Stanford University, graduating with honors. He completed a master’s degree and a Doctor of Medicine degree from Stanford University as well. Dr. Ozowara completed a residency in psychiatry at Columbia University in New York. Dr. Ozowara is currently the medical director at Valera Health and is also a psychiatrist at Bay Psychiatric Association – Herrick Hospital. His professional memberships include American Psychiatric Association and Psi Chi Honors Society, Stanford University Department of Psychology. Dr. Ozowara has received several awards and conducted several research assignments at Stanford University. Dr. Ozowara is medically licensed in California and New York.

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Leon Barkodar, MD, QME is a licensed Neurologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Leon Barkodar, MD, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from Yeshiva University. He received a Doctor of Medicine from Temple University School of Medicine. Dr. Barkodar completed an internship at Maimonides Medical Center and a residency in neurology at University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Barkodar currently practices at West Hills Hospital & Medical Center. He speaks English and Farsi fluently and is conversational in Spanish. His professional memberships include American Academy of Neurology and American Medical Association.

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Li Huang, MD, Phd, QME is a licensed Hospitalist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Li Huang, MD, PhD, earned her Doctor of Medicine, and her Doctor of Philosophy degrees at Shanghai Jiantong University School of Medicine in Shanghai, China. She completed a fellowship at Rockefeller University, and a fellowship at Mount Sania School of Medicine in New York City. She completed an internship at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sania, and an internship at University of California, Riverside. Dr. Haung is currently the hospitalist at Doctors Medical Center in Modesto, CA. She has numerous publications to her credit and holds a patent on the use of podocin protein in treating cardiovascular diseases.

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Lidia Alzate, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Lidia Alzate, DC, received a Bachelor’s degree in business administration from Univerisidade Santa Ursala in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She receive a Doctor of Chiropractic from the Cleveland Chiropractic College in Los Angeles, CA, graduating Cum Laude. Dr. Alzate also earned a Master of Science in human nutrition from the University of Bridgeport in Bridgeport, CT, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Dr. Alzate currently is the owner and chiropractor for Focus Chiropractic Center in San Fernando. She is highly skilled in many chiropractic techniques. Dr. Alzate is a diplomate for the National Board of Chiropractor and for the American Board of Nutrition. Her memberships also include the California Chiropractic Association and the American College of Nutrition.

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Leon Barkodar, MD, QME is a licensed Neurologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Leon Barkodar, MD, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from Yeshiva University. He received a Doctor of Medicine from Temple University School of Medicine. Dr. Barkodar completed an internship at Maimonides Medical Center and a residency in neurology at University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Barkodar currently practices at West Hills Hospital & Medical Center. He speaks English and Farsi fluently and is conversational in Spanish. His professional memberships include American Academy of Neurology and American Medical Association.

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Louis Rosen, DO, QME is a licensed Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

EXPERT FOCUS/SPECIALTIES INCLUDE:

• Nerve Damage
• Prosthetics
• Chronic Pain
• Surgery Recovery
• EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies
• Rehabilitation

Dr. Rosen, DO, is a highly trained, expert Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in San Diego, California and is available to provide expert opinions, please reach out for CV and expert fees.

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Lucas Campos, MD, QME is a licensed Pain Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Lucas W. Campos, MD, received his undergraduate degree in chemistry from the Yale University, and PhD and medical degree from Columbia University. He completed an internship at University of Michigan Health Systems, and his residency in anesthesiology at University of Michigan Health Systems. Dr. Campos went on to a fellowship in interventional pain medicine at Stanford University. Dr. Campos is currently the medical director with California Pain Specialist in Napa, CA. He is highly specialized in chronic and acute pain medicine. Dr. Campos has co-authored several publications, and he has numerous honors and awards to his credit. He is also fluent in both English and Spanish.

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Luis Gonzalez, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Luis Gonzalez, DC, received his bachelor’s degree in human biology and his Doctor of Chiropractic from the National College of Chiropractic in Lombard, IL. He completed a residency with Chicago General Health Service in Chicago, IL. Dr. Gonzalez is currently a chiropractic physician with Savas Healthcare and has an extensive chiropractic career. He is certified as a chiropractic sports practitioner with ACA Board of Sport Physicians and is certified with the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners. Dr. Gonzalez is fluent in English and Spanish.

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Maged W. Botros, MD, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Maged W. Botros, MD, is board-certified as a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He studied medicine at El Minya University in Egypt and went on to earn his Medical degree at Cairo University, where he graduated with Honors. He did his Internship also at Cairo University, then moved to the United States to complete his Fellowship at University of California, Irvine. Dr. Botros went back to Cairo University for Post-Graduate training, then returned to the United States to complete his Residency in Psychiatry at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. His Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry was done at Kern and Harbor UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Botros currently practices Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Juvenile Justice Program, Phoenix House of Los Angeles, and The Holman Group. He is a member of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and is licensed in the State of California.

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Mark Zuber, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Mark Zuber, DC, received an undergraduate degree in anatomy from Texas A&M University, and a Doctor of Chiropractic from Parker College of Chiropractic. He completed an internship at Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, TX. Dr. Zuber is currently a chiropractor for his private practice, FightDoc, LLC. He is certified with Industrial Injury Evaluators (ICAC), and Whiplash 2000 from the Spine Research Institute of San Diego. Dr. Zuber is a member of Texas Chiropractic Association, and Dallas County Chiropractic Society. Dr. Zuber is medically licensed in California and Texas.

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Martin H. Stauber, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Martin H. Stauber, MD, received a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Loyola Marymount University graduating Cum Laude and received a Doctor of Medicine from Loma Linda School of Medicine. He completed a general surgery internship at University of California, Irvine, a orthopedic surgery residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center, and a fellowship at Children’s Hospital in Los Angeles. Dr. Stauber was most recently the orthopedic surgeon at Greater Modesto Medical Surgical Associates. His memberships include the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and the Arthroscopy Association of North America.

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Mary Vigilanti, Ed.D, QME is a licensed Psychologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Mary Vigilanti received her Bachelors of Arts degree in psychology from University of California, Berkeley and a Master of Science degree in counseling from California State University, East Bay. She earned a Doctor in Counseling and Education from Western Michigan University. Dr. Vigilanti has been a licensed psychologist in private practice since 1984. In addition to her private practice, she has held contract positions in a variety of settings over the past 45 years. She is currently independently contracted to provide therapy services to school-aged children, nursing home facilities, the US Coast Guard, and the State of California Disability Determination Division. She has also been a QME conducting worker’s compensation evaluations for over 30 years.

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Maxim Moradian, MD, QME is a licensed Interventional Physiatrist and Pain Management Specialist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Maxim Moradian, MD, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in biochemistry from Occidental College, graduating Magna Cum Laude, and received a Doctor of Medicine degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. He completed a residency in physical medicine & rehabilitation at Louisiana State University and a fellowship in sports medicine and interventional pain management at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore. Dr. Moradian is currently the interventional physiatrist/spine/pain management specialist/regenerative medicine expert with Interventional Spine Care & Orthopedic Regenerative Experts (founder and owner), California Sports & Spine Institute (founder and owner), Risser Orthopedic Group, and SCU Health Sciences Center. Dr. Moradian is affiliated with Huntington Memorial Hospital, Arcadia Methodist Hospital, Glendale Memorial Hospital, and Glendale Adventist Medical Center. Dr. Moradian speaks English, Armenian & Spanish fluently.

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Meera Jani, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Meera Jani, DC, is licensed by the California Board of Chiropractic Examiners and has been in practice for over 20 years. She graduated with a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree from Life West Chiropractic College and went on to complete her post-graduate studies in Spinal Trauma through the International Chiropractic Association of California (ICAC). Dr. Jani currently runs a private chiropractic office in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, is highly specialized in the Webster Technique, which is a chiropractic analysis and adjustment for pregnant women ​that reduces interference with the nervous system and balances pelvic muscles and ligaments. This in turn reduces torsion in the uterus and allows the baby to move naturally into the best possible position for birth, thus reducing back pain, labor time and need for medications during childbirth. Dr. Jani is medically licensed in California, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania.

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Mehr Karamat, MD, PMH-C, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Mehr Karamat, MD, PMH-C, received her pre-med degree from St. Christopher’s College of Medicine in Luton, England, and earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from Ross University in Dominica, West Indies. She completed post graduate training at Hennepin-Regions Psychiatry Training Program, and a fellowship at Penn State Hershey Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Karamat furthered her education and training in a psychoanalytic/psychotherapy training program at Minnesota Psychoanalytic Society & Institute, and achieved a Perinatal Mental Health Certificate from Postpartum Support International. Dr. Karamat is currently a psychiatrist at Thriving Minds Psychiatric Services of California, and a psychiatrist at Perinatal Psychiatric Wellness Center. Her memberships include American Psychiatric Association, American Medical Association, Minnesota Psychiatric Society, Minnesota Medical Association, and Central California Psychiatric Society. Dr. Karamat is medically licensed in California and Minnesota.

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Mehrdad Ariani, MD, FACP, FACC, QME is a licensed Interventional Cardiologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Mehrdad Ariani, MD, earned a Doctor of Medicine at the University of Tehran School of Medicine. He completed an internship and a residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, a fellowship in cardiovascular disease at the University of California, Irvine, and Interventional Cardiology at the University of California Long Beach Memorial Hospital. Dr. Ariani has been running a private practice in cardiology and interventional cardiology since 1995, and is the cardiovascular service line medical director at Northridge Hospital Medical Center. He is also a clinical instructor at the University of Los Angeles, Geffen school of Medicine and has been doing so since 1995. Dr. Ariani’s professional memberships include the American College of Cardiology, American College of Physicians, Los Angeles County Medical Association, and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions. Dr. Ariani is medically licensed in California and North Carolina.

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Meir Keller, DDS, MS, QME is a licensed Dentist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Meir Keller, DDS, MS, is Board Certified in Dentistry. He is a specialist in Orofacial Pain & TMJ disorders and holds a Masters of Science in Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine. He treats complex TMJ and facial pain disorders and dental sleep medicine in addition to surgical and restorative Dental/Oral Medicine. Dr. Keller is also a clinical assistant professor at the Orofacial Pain Center at USC School of Dentistry. Dr. Keller is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, is a fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantology, and serves as a member of the Scientific Committee and the Academic Dental Sleep Council at the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Keller is the founder and former director of the Simi Valley Free Clinic Dental Department.

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Micah B. Blais, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Micah B. Blais, MD, received a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems Engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point and a Doctor of Medicine from the the University of Massachusetts. He completed a residency at Harvard Combines Orthopedic Residency Program followed by a fellowship at San Diego Spine Foundation. Dr. Blais was a staff physician at Camp Pendleton Naval Hospital prior to accepting his fellowship. His memberships include the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, The American Military Surgeons of the United States, and the Society of Military Orthopedic Surgeons. Dr. Blais has co-authored numerous publications to his credit.

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Micah Hoffman, MD, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Micah Hoffman, MD, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a bachelors degree from the University of Tampa and went on to earn his Doctor of Medicine degree from the Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University. His residency in Psychiatry was completed at the Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA, where he was Chief Resident in his last year. Dr. Hoffman is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is currently an attending physician at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Intermountain Healthcare, Traditions Behavioral Health, and was most recently named the behavioral health medical director for AllMed Healthcare Management. He is a fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and has been a Qualified Medical Evaluator since 2017.

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Michael Butcher, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Michael Butcher, MD, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and a Doctor of Medicine from West Virginia University School of Medicine. He completed an internship at Baylor College of Medicine and a residency at the University of California, San Francisco, Naval Hospital of Oakland. Dr. Butcher has been in practice since 1977 and is currently an orthopedic surgeon with Arthritis & Orthopedic Medical Center in Los Gatos, CA. His memberships include the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, American College of Sports Medicine, American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, the Western Orthopedic Association, and the California Orthopedic Association.

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Michael Krosin, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Michael Krosin, MD, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy from Princeton University, and a Doctor of Medicine degree from Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons. He went on to a residency at San Francisco Orthopedic Residency Program, and a fellowship with Ortho Indy. Dr. Krosin is highly trained in orthopedic trauma, including fractures, infections, and revisions, and he specializes in primary and revisions hip and knee arthroscopy, and foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Krosin is currently the director of orthopedic surgery and orthopedic surgeon at Alameda Health Systems. He is also the director and orthopedic surgeon at Eden Medical Center. Dr. Krosin is a member of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and the Alameda County Medical Center Ethics Committee. Dr. Krosin has been the recipient of numerous awards for his work and has written several publications.

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Michael Wells, DDS, QME is a licensed Dentist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Michael Wells, DDS, received his bachelors degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and continued on to the University of the Pacific, where he completed a Doctorate in Dental Surgery. He is also a graduate of the world-renowned Las Vegas Institute of Cosmetic Dentistry (LVI). Dr. Wells has been practicing in Newport Beach since 1992. He specializes in cosmetic dentistry and dental injuries caused by professional sports. For the last 10 years, he has examined more than 1,400 professional athletes from the NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB to assess work-related dental injuries. He also works regularly with sleep apnea patients, which is a rapidly expanding problem in today’s world. Since 2007, Dr. Wells has been a mentor for the Ladera Ranch Implant Institute, which teaches dentist how to place dental implants.  He is a member of the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association.

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Minal Borsada, MD, QME is a licensed Internal Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Minal Borsada, MD, attended Diwan-Ballubhai Higher Secondary School and went on to receive her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from Smit H. H. L. Municipal Medical College at Gujarat University, India. Her Internship in Medicine, Pediatric, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology was completed at Municipa General Hospital/Free Clinic, also in India. She then moved to the United States and did her Residency in Internal Medicine at LAC-USC Medical Center. Dr. Borsada is a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). She currently has an Internal Medicine and Pediatric Practice at San Judas Medical Group where she has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Borsada has been a QME for more than 10 years.

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Monthakan Ratnarathorn, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Monthakan Ratnarathorn, MD, is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon who practices primarily in Los Angeles. She received an Bachelor of Science degree in biology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and earned a Doctor of Medicine degree from the Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. Ratnarathorn completed an internship in general surgery at University of Hawaii Integrated Surgery, a residency in orthopedic surgery at the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, and a fellowship in pediatric orthopedic surgery at Orthopedic Institute for Children, Los Angeles. Dr. Ratnarathorn is the orthopedic surgeon for US Healthworks Medical Group and for Comp Health. She is a fellow member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America. Dr. Ratnarathorn is medically licensed in Arizona, California, Montana, Nevada, and New Mexico.

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Narendra Gurbani, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Narendra Gurbani, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with over 35 years of experience. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency in Ohio at Elyria Memorial Medical Center and underwent sub-specialty training in foot and ankle surgery at Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center in Downey, California. He gained expertise in complex lower extremity reconstruction and injury management. Subsequently, he became Director of Foot & Ankle Fellowship Program and has trained several orthopedic surgeons. Dr. Gurbani is a member of American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, California Orthopedic Association and American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society. He has presented his research on issues in foot and ankle surgery at national meetings for both of these societies. He is a Fellow of American College of Surgeons and a Diplomate of American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Gurbani is also passionate about being a volunteer orthopedic surgeon and has provided free services in many countries around the world. He has served as Chair of Humanitarian Services Committee of American Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Society.

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Nicolle Napier-Ionascu, PsyD, QME is a licensed Neuropsychologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Nicolle Napier-Ionascu, PsyD, is a licensed clinical neuropsychologist who specializes in neurocognitive disorders. She received her bachelors degree from University of California at Berkeley and earned her Doctor of Psychology at the Wright Institute. She went on to become a fellow at San Francisco General Hospital/University of California San Francisco. Dr. Napier-Ionascu currently runs a private practice in Pleasant Hill, CA, and is a member of the online faculty at University of Phoenix. She also practices at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital and Research Center in Oakland, conducting research and working with children referred for both pre-surgical and post-surgical assessments. Dr. Napier-Ionascu specializes in helping patients with severe mental illness, learning disorders, developmental delay, neurocognitive disorders, and post-concussive syndrome by using neuropsychological evaluation and treatment. Her professional memberships include National Academy of Neuropsychology, and the Society for Personality Assessment.

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Nina Dang, MD, QME is a licensed Acupuncturist, Chiropractor, and Esthetician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Nina Dang, DC, LAc, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in integrative biology from University of California at Berkeley. She went on to attend Southern California University of Health Sciences, where she earned her Doctor of Chiropractic and her Master of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine graduating Summa Cum Laude and Class Valedictorian. Her Master of Science in psychology was completed at Kaplan University. Dr. Dang is currently a chiropractor, acupuncturist, and esthetician at NU Integrative Wellness. She is a Diplomate of the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners. She was voted 2015 OpenCare Patients’ Choice Winner and recognized as a 2019/2020 Top Acupuncturist by Top Doctors California Magazine. She also served as a Subject Matter Expert for the California Board of Chiropractic Examiners and California Acupuncture Licensing Examination. She is experienced in evaluating for Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF). Dr. Dang was involved with writing research and grants for most of her academic life and has been involved with Workers’ Compensation since 2010.

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Nitesh Patel, MD, QME is a licensed Anesthesiologist and Pain Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Nitesh Patel, MD, graduated Summa Cum Laude with his Bachelor of Science degree from University of West Florida. He earned a Doctor of Medicine degree from Florida State University College of Medicine and a certificate in business administration from American Society of Anesthesiologists. His residency in anesthesiology was completed at University of Alabama at Birmingham and his fellowship in pain medicine was completed at Stanford Healthcare. Dr. Patel currently practices at California Back and Pain Specialists as an attending physician. His professional memberships include American Academy of Pain Medicine, North American Neuromodulation Society, American Society of Anesthesiologists, American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, and American Medical Association. Dr. Patel has received a number of scholarships and awards, including Charlotte E. Maguire Medical Scholarship, Bright Futures Florida Academic Scholarship, University of West Florida Presidential Scholarship, and Outstanding Student Award at University of West Florida. He has also been a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society and Alpha Epsilon Delta Honor Society.

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Oscar Rodriguez, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Oscar Rodriguez received his Bachelor of Science in biological sciences at Whittier College and his Doctor of Chiropractic at Los Angeles Chiropractic College. He is certified as a chiropractic sports physician and an industrial disability examiner. He also has post-graduate training in management of upper extremities and shoulder injuries, golf injuries, advanced personal injury management, biomechanical analysis of low speed impacts, and accident reconstruction for personal injury claims. Dr. Rodriguez currently practices at Lee & Rodriguez Chiropractic Corp., Sammi Orthopedic Medical Group, and Southern California Orthopedic Medical Group. His memberships include the California Chiropractic Association (CCA), and the Coalition for Injured Workers (CIW). He has been a qualified medical evaluator (QME) since 1999.

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Oscar Del Rio-Marquez, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Oscar Del Rio-Marquez, DC, received his undergraduate degree in Biology from University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), and his Doctor of Chiropractic from Southern California University of Health Science, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. Dr. Del Rio-Marquez is currently a chiropractor at Tetrault Chiropractic and a chiropractor at South Gate Personal Injury Center. He is also fluent in English and Spanish.

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Pamela Ford, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Pamela Ford, DC, received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish from University of Florida and her Doctorate of Chiropractic from Parker University. Her memberships include American Chiropractic Association, and the Texas Chiropractic Association. Dr. Ford is currently the owner/chiropractor of Serenity Chiropractic and Family Wellness Center. She speaks Spanish fluently and reads/writes with high proficiency.

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Parish Sedghizadeh, MD, MS, QME is a licensed Dentist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

BIO

Parish Sedghizadeh is an assistant clinical professor at the University of Southern California, Ostrow School of Dentistry, and Director of the USC Center for Biofilms. He graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from UCLA, and a Doctor of Dental Surgery from Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at USC. After his doctorate, he pursued specialty training in oral and maxillofacial pathology at Ohio State University, where he also attained a Master of Science degree in oral biology and fellowship in the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. Dr. Sedghizadeh has an active clinical practice at USC, conducts research, and publishes, consults and teaches oral pathology, radiology and medicine. He has over 60 peer-reviewed publications. His research laboratory, clinical practice and clinical research projects at USC currently focus on the characterization and treatment of head and neck pathology and microbial biofilm infections affecting the head and neck, particularly jaw osteomyelitis and osteonecrosis.

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Patrick Padilla, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Patrick Padilla, MD, graduated Magna Cum Laude with an undergraduate degree in sports medicine from Pepperdine University – Seaver College in Malibu. He received his Doctor of Medicine from University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and completed an internship and residency at Duke University. Dr. Padilla is currently the orthopedic surgeon for Orthopedic Specialists of North County in Encinitas, CA. His memberships include American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Arthroscopy Association of North America, and Piedmont Orthopedic Society. Dr. Padilla is medically licensed in California, Colorado, and Hawaii.

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Patrick Wymore, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Patrick Wymore graduated Cum Laude with his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Los Angeles Chiropractic College. He has received post-graduate training in orthopedics, rehabilitation, neurology, workers compensation and myofascial pain. He holds certifications in trigger point therapy and the Graston technique. Dr. Wymore has worked with many healthcare professionals over the past 45 years, including neurosurgeons, neurologists, orthopedic surgeons, internists, physical therapists and other chiropractors. He currently practices at Bergey Spine Institute and Cheeley Chiropractic.

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Paymon Rahgozar, MD, QME is a licensed Plastic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Paymon Rahgozar, MD, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a bachelor’s degree in microbiology, immunology, and molecular genetics. He completed his Doctor of Medicine degree at Washington University School of Medicine and completed an internship at University of California Los Angeles. Dr. Ragozar served residencies at University of California Los Angeles and University of Southern California. He also served fellowships at University of California Los Angeles and University of Michigan. Dr. Rahgozar is currently a plastic surgeon for Concentra Urgent Care and a cosmetic surgeon for LINE Plastic Surgery Center. He has numerous licenses and certifications, and is a member of the American College of Surgeons, American Society for Surgery of the Hand, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and American Association for Hand Surgery. Dr. Rahgozar has received many honors and awards during his career, and has participated in numerous research projects, and has co-authored many publications. Dr. Rahgozar is fluent is English, Spanish, and Farsi.

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Peter D. Laimins, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Peter D. Laimins, MD, received a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Northwestern University and a Doctor of Medicine from The Medical College of Pennsylvania. He completed a residency from State University of New York and a fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine from the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Laimins is an orthopedic surgeon with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Orthopedics and is a clinical instructor at the University of California, Los Angeles. He has several publications to his credit and is a member of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Laimins is fluent in English, Latvian, and Spanish.

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Pierce Sweeney, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Pierce Sweeney, DC, received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology & Kinesiology with an Emphasis in Exercise Physiology from Cornell University. He then earned an additional Bachelor of Arts degree in human anatomy & physiology, a Master’s degree in sports science and rehabilitation, as well as a Doctorate of Chiropractic from Logan University. Dr. Sweeney has been conducting medical-legal evaluations in Texas since 2017. He has extensive experience evaluating claimants in the Workers’ Compensation system, as well as disability ratings and utilization in regards to personal injury cases. Dr. Sweeney is experienced in evaluating and discussing treatment that is compliant with the California MTUS and ACOEM Guidelines. He is also well-versed in the application of the various methodologies for describing whole person impairment in the AMA Guides, 5th Edition.

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Purab Viswanath, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Purab Viswanath, MD, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from Northwestern University, and earned a Doctor of Medicine degree from Ohio State University. Dr. Viswanath completed an internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at UPMC Hamot Medical Center and a fellowship in hand and upper extremities at the Florida Orthopedic Institute. Dr. Viswanath is currently an orthopedic surgeon with Providence Center for Orthopedic Specialists. He has authored many scientific journal articles and spoken at several orthopedic conferences at the local and national level. Dr. Viswanath is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons.

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Rahil Dharia, MD, QME is a licensed Dermatologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Rahil Dharia, MD, received his undergraduate degree in biopsychology, cognition, neuroscience, and biochemistry from the University of Michigan, and earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine. He completed an internship in internal medicine at St. John’s Hospital in Yonkers, New York, and a residency at Cook County Health and Hospital Systems in Chicago, IL. Dr. Dharia is currently a dermatologist at Aesthetic and Clinical Dermatology, and a general dermatologist with Teladoc. He has co-authored numerous publications to his credit. His memberships include the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, and the Chicago Dermatologic Society. Dr. Dharia has medical licenses in the states of California, Illinois, and Florida.

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Raj Ahluwalia, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Raj Ahluwalia, MD, received his undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh, a Master of Science degree from Boston University Medical Center, and earned his medical degree from Temple University of Medicine. He completed an internship in General Surgery at Duke University Medical Center, and his residency at Harvard Combines Orthopedic. Dr. Ahluwalia went on to a fellowship in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. Dr. Ahluwalia has been running his private practice in Mission Hills, CA since 2006 in Orthopedic Surgery. He is highly specialized in ailments of the knee and shoulder and hip arthritis with total joint replacement surgery. He has several publications to his credit and was Editor in Chief for the Orthopedic Journal at Harvard.

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Rajeev Saggar, MD, QME is a licensed Internal Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Rajeev Saggar, MD, received an undergraduate degree in biology from the University of California, Irvine, and a Doctor of Medicine from University of California Irvine School of Medicine. He completed an internship and residency at the University of California Irvine School of Medicine, and went on to postdoctoral training at Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center at University of California San Diego and at the Ronal Reagan Medical Center at University of California Los Angeles. Dr. Saggar is currently the VP of clinical sciences at Theravance Biopharma. He is highly specialized in pulmonary, heart and lung care. Dr. Saggar’s professional memberships include American College of Chest Physicians, American Thoracic Society, International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation, Pulmonary Hypertension Association, and World Symposium Pulmonary Hypertension Committee. Dr. Saggar has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications. Dr. Saggar is medically licensed in California and Arizona.

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Ravi Raj Shah, MD, QME is a licensed Hospitalist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Ravi Raj Shah, MD, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in human biology from the University of California, San Diego and a Doctor of Medicine from Saint George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Nevada School of Medicine. Dr. Shah is currently a hospitalist with Optum Health and with Yuma Regional Medical Center. He has earned numerous awards and honors during with career and has a couple of publications to his credit. Dr. Shah is medically licensed in Arizona and California.

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Ravinder Singh Bajwa, MD, QME is a licensed Pulmonologist and Critical Care Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Ravinder Singh Bajwa, MD, received a Bachelor of Science in Physiology from Eastern Michigan University and a Master of Public Health from the University of Michigan. He received a Doctor of Medicine from Wayne State University School of Medicine, and completed a residency in internal medicine at Henry Ford Hospital. Dr. Bajwa went on to a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care at the University of Southern California. Dr. Bajwa is triple board certified in pulmonary medicine, critical care medicine, and internal medicine. He is currently a pulmonologist at Venture County Medical Center and a critical care physician at Northridge Hospital Medical Center.

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Richard Leff, MD, QME is a licensed Urologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Richard Leff, MD, received his Bachelor of Science degree from University of California, Los Angeles and his Doctor of Medicine degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He completed an internship and residency in surgery from Harbor General Hospital. Dr. Leff went on to an additional residency in Urology at University of California, Davis where he received specialty training in pediatric urology and renal transplantation. Dr. Leff has been in private practice in the San Fernando Valley since 1979. He is licensed by the American Board of urology and has been a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He has previously been a clinical instructor of urology at University of Southern California County Hospital, director of the Positive Potency Clinic at Tarzana Regional Medical Center, and an expert medical reviewer with the Medical Board of California.

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Rina Jain, MD, FRCSC, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Rina Jain, MD, FRCSC, received her orthopedic training at the University of Toronto where she earned an undergraduate degree in physics and biology, a Doctor of Medicine degree, and completed her residency in orthopedic surgery. Her fellowship was completed in arthroplasty and lower extremity reconstruction surgery at University Health Networks in Toronto. She is highly trained in knee arthritis, hip arthritis, total hip replacement, and knee replacement and revisions. Dr. Jain is currently an orthopedic surgeon with Orthopedic Medical Group of San Diego. She has numerous licenses, certificates, and professional memberships, including the honor of being a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada. She has presented numerous scientific orthopedic papers and has published articles in peer reviewed journals such as Journal of Orthopedic Surgery. Among her many accomplishments, Dr. Jain is also fluent in English and French. Dr. Jain is medically licensed in California and Canada.

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Ripu Arora, MD, QME is a licensed Anesthesiologist and Pain Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Ripu Arora, MD, is a board-certified anesthesiologist who provides chronic and acute pain management services in Los Angeles County.  Dr. Arora received his medical degree from Guru Nanak University Medical College, Amritsar, in Punjab, India. He then worked in General Surgery at the Institute of Medical Education & Sciences in Chandigarh, India, after which he was the Senior House Officer in Orthopedics, Surgery and Otolaryngology at Brook General Hospital in London, U.K. His Internship in General Surgery was completed at University of Maryland and his Residency in Anesthesiology was done at Case Western University. He received his Healthcare Executive MBA from University of California, Irvine. Dr. Arora is Director and Founder of Peninsula Interventional Pain Management Center where he has practiced for over 40 years. He also practices at Victorville Community Hospital, Torrance Surgery Center, Torrance Memorial Hospital and San Pedro Peninsula Hospital. Some of his professional memberships include American Academy of Pain Medicine, American Medical Association, California Medical Association, International Spine Intervention Society (ISIS) and California Society of Anesthesiology (CSA). He has been a volunteer Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of California, Irvine, and a Clinical Instructor of Advanced Interventional Techniques for ISIS and CSA. Dr. Arora is also a Diplomate of the American Society of Pain Management and has been twice awarded “Physician of Excellence” by the O.C. Medical Association.

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Rishi Patel, MD, FACC, QME is a licensed Cardiologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Rishi Patel, MD, FACC, received a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Sciences from the University of Akron and a Doctor of Medicine from Northeast Ohio Universities College of Medicine and Pharmacy. He completed an internship in internal medicine at Case Western Reserve University, a fellowship in cardiovascular disease at Henry Ford Hospital, and a fellowship in Interventional Cardiology at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center.  

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Lucas Campos, MD, QME is a licensed Pain Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Lucas W. Campos, MD, received his undergraduate degree in chemistry from the Yale University, and PhD and medical degree from Columbia University. He completed an internship at University of Michigan Health Systems, and his residency in anesthesiology at University of Michigan Health Systems. Dr. Campos went on to a fellowship in interventional pain medicine at Stanford University. Dr. Campos is currently the medical director with California Pain Specialist in Napa, CA. He is highly specialized in chronic and acute pain medicine. Dr. Campos has co-authored several publications, and he has numerous honors and awards to his credit. He is also fluent in both English and Spanish.

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Robert Fisher, MD, QME is a licensed Rheumatologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Robert Fisher, MD, received both his bachelors degree and his Doctor of Medicine degree from University of Michigan.  He interned at Sinai Hospital in Detroit and then spent three years in the United States Air Force as a general medical officer. His residency in Internal Medicine and his fellowship in Rheumatology were both completed at Wadsworth V.A. Hospital. Dr. Fisher has been running a private practice of internal medicine and rheumatology in Santa Monica for over 50 years. He is also on the medical staff at Santa Monica Hospital Medical Center and St. John’s Hospital and Health Center, and is member of the Los Angeles Rheumatology Society. Dr. Fisher has been a QME and IME for over 30 years.

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Robert Aptekar, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Robert Aptekar, MD, received his undergraduate degree from John Hopkins University in Baltimore, and earned his medical degree from University of Michigan Medical School. He completed an internship and residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Stanford University, where he was also a clinical assistant professor, and one year later was named Chief Resident of Orthopedic Surgery at the National Institute of Health. Dr. Aptekar is currently on staff at numerous hospitals and surgical centers in about the San Jose area. His Orthopedic expertise and specialization include total hip replacement, total knee replacement, knee arthroscopy, and shoulder surgery. Dr. Aptekar has a vast amount of experience, training, and expertise.

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Roberto Rende, MD, QME is a licensed Ophthalmologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Roberto Rende, MD, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Stanford University. He completed his Doctor of Medicine degree at Tulane University School of Medicine, an internship at AMI Hospitals in Denver, CO. and a residency at University of California, Irvine. Dr. Rende has been running a private practice in ophthalmology, as well as being the ophthalmologist for Physicians Network Services, and for Beach Eye Medical Group. He is licensed and certified with the American Board of Ophthalmology, California State Medical license, certified on B&L, NIDEK, and VISX Exciser lasers, and on B&L and NIDEK Microkeratomes and INTRALASE. During his career, Dr. Rende has performed over 3,000 refractive surgery procedures.

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Roger Kasendorf, DO, QME is a licensed Osteopathic who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.  

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Roger Kasendorf, DO, is a top physiatrist in the La Jolla, CA, area, providing state-of-the-art pain management, physical medicine and rehabilitation services for superior, effective treatment of a wide array of issues affecting the musculoskeletal system. Recognized as a leading specialist in the management of chronic pain, Dr. Kasendorf is committed to providing the most advanced care for patients at his practice on Genesee Avenue in La Jolla. His close affiliation with Scripps Memorial Hospital ensures patients have ready access to cutting-edge therapeutic options aimed at assessing and treating their unique health needs. Dr. Kasendorf completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Maryland, followed by medical training at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, a medical internship at Plainview Hospital on Long Island, and a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Nassau University Medical Center in NY. After completing his residency, he served as medical director for his pain management and rehabilitation clinics in New York before moving to the San Diego area, where he served as associate program director for the Long Beach Medical Center before opening his practice in La Jolla Dr. Kasendorf is committed to expanding his knowledge and skills in the areas of pain management, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and he holds board certifications in both pain medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation from the American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He has also lectured extensively about the topics of chronic and acute pain management. In addition to caring for patients at his private practice, Dr. Kasendorf maintains an affiliation with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. He is also a certified QME, where he prides himself on performing professional, comprehensive examinations, with reports in a timely manner.

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Ryan Janis, PsyD, QME is a licensed Psychologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Ryan Janis, PsyD, is a licensed psychologist who has been working in the mental health field since 2001 and currently has a private practice located in Beverly Hills. He also founded and oversees Downtown Mind Wellness, a multidisciplinary practice with 10 clinicians on staff who provide comprehensive mental health services in Downtown Los Angeles. Dr. Janis earned his Bachelor’s degree from New York University. He later went on to receive a Master’s Degree and Doctorate Degree in Psychology from The California School of Professional Psychology. For his post-doctorate fellowship he received extensive training in psychoanalytic therapy from the Wright Institute and now teaches this modality to his interns. Dr. Janis is also trained and experienced in a variety of other types of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). His professional memberships include American Psychological Association, California Psychological Association and Los Angeles Psychological Association.

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Ryan Davis, MD, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Ryan Davis, MD, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelors of Science in biological psychology and cognitive sciences from the University of Michigan and went on to obtain his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Harvard Medical School and was named the Chief of Outpatient Psychiatry at the prestigious Brigham and Women’s Hospital, one of the main teaching hospitals at Harvard. While in Boston, Dr. Davis also completed a one-year fellowship in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy at the Boston Psychoanalytic Society and Institute, where he formalized his psychotherapy training. His second fellowship was completed in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Davis is a recipient of the 2014 Patient Choice Award, 2016 Pasadena Magazine Top Physicians and 2015, 2016 & 2017 Super Doctors Top Southern California Rising Stars. Dr. Davis is currently a clinical instructor at the UCLA Medical School and runs a private practice in Beverly Hills.

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Scott Small, DO, QME is a licensed Anesthesiologist and Pain Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Scott Small, DO, graduated Cum Laude in biology from State University of New York, and received a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, CA. He completed an internship at Good Samaritan Hospital, a residency at University of Connecticut, and a fellowship at University of Texas Health Sciences Center in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Small is currently the Pain Management Physician with Integrated Pain Management. He is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology, American Board of Pain Management. Dr. Small is a member of the American Medical Association, American Society of Anesthesiologists, California State Society of Anesthesiologists, and International Spine Intervention Society.

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Sean Robinson, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Sean Robinson, MD, graduated Magna Cum Laude with undergraduate degree in pharmacology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and Doctor of Medicine degree from Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed a residency at San Francisco Orthopedic, and a fellowship at Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic in Lod Angeles. Dr. Robinson is currently a sports medicine specialist with Capital Orthopedics in Sacramento, CA. He is highly specialized in arthroscopic surgery of the hip, knee, shoulder, elbow, and rotor cuff. Among the many sports teams Dr. Robinson has provided professional care to include the Los Angeles Rams, Anaheim Ducks, Los Angeles Galaxy, Los Angeles Sparks, and Loyola Marymount University.

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Sonu Ahluwalia, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Dr. Ahluwalia, MD, received his orthopedic training at the Harvard Combined Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program in Boston and he completed a fellowship in Shoulder Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School. He completed a fellowship in sports medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, accredited by the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, and completed a fellowship in joint replacement and joint preservation surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. He is trained in advance techniques for knee arthroscopy and ligament reconstruction along with other sports related conditions.

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Stephanie Janiak, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Stephanie Janiak, DC, received her bachelors degree from Central Michigan University and her Doctor of Chiropractic from Parker College of Chiropractic. She has been the clinic director and chiropractor at Essential Pain Relief in Fort Worth, TX since 2007. Dr. Janiak is a member of the Texas Chiropractic Association where she is currently Treasurer of the district.

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Stephen Nichols, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Stephen Nichols is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with specialty training in the hand and upper extremities. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from San Diego State University and earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine. He completed an internship in general surgery and a fellowship in hand microsurgery at Loma Linda University School of Medicine. His residency in orthopedic surgery was completed at McGill University in Montreal. Dr. Nichols is currently an associate clinical professor at UCSD Medical Center and is the chief of orthopedic surgery at Scripps Memorial Hospital in Encinitas, California. His memberships include California Orthopedic Association, California Medical Association, San Diego County Medical Society and Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society. He is a Fellow of both the Royal College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.

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Steve Hwang, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Steve Hwang, MD, graduated from Kaohsiung Medical University in 1967 and went on to receive Orthopedic Surgery training in Taiwan. He came to America in 1971, where he completed his training in Orthopedic Surgery at Brooklyn Jewish Hospital in 1977. He has been an orthopedic surgeon in Orange County for 40 years. Besides his medical practice, he is a runner who has participated in more than 200 marathons. He is also a Judo player, 5th degree USJF black belt, and medalist in numerous national & international Judo tournaments. He studied law at Western State University College of Law in 1990 and is eligible to take the Bar examination in the state of California.

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Steven Perry, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Steven Perry, DC, received his Bachelors degree from California State University, San Diego, and earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at the Cleveland College of Chiropractic. He has had a private practice located in Tarzana since 1984. Dr. Perry provides a wide range of chiropractic care and physical therapy modalities to patients all over the San Fernando Valley area. He commonly treats whiplash, sciatica, migraine headaches, herniated disc, extremity pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, neck pain, back pain, and shoulder pain. Dr. Perry specializes in auto accident injuries, worker’s compensation injuries, and sports injuries. He is a member of the Chiropractic Association and the Delta Tau Alpha Chiropractic Honor Fraternity.

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Steven Barnett, MD, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Dr. Steven Barnett is board-certified in both Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. He received his bachelors degree from University of California, Santa Barbara, where he graduated with High Honors, and went on to attend medical school as a Regent’s Scholar at University of California, Los Angeles. His internship, residency and fellowship were all completed at Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles. Dr. Barnett currently practices at Cottage Hospital, where he provides services in the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit, the Cottage Residential Center Program, and the Emergency Department. He is the Medical Director of the Santa Barbara COPE intensive outpatient program. As a volunteer faculty member of USC-Keck School of Medicine, he also teaches and supervises medical students attending psychiatric training rotations at Cottage.

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Stewart Lonky, MD, QME is a licensed Pulmonologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Stewart Lonky, MD, is one of the leading Internal Medicine/Pulmonology specialists performing QME and AME evaluations in Los Angeles. He has been in practice doing medical-legal work since 1984, both evaluating and treating injured workers, and has also served as an expert IME in many cases concerning pulmonary disease and toxic exposures. Dr. Lonky received his Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Lawrence University and his Doctor of Medicine degree from State University of New York. He completed an internship at State University Kings County Hospital and a residency at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis, MO and at the University of California, San Diego. He completed a fellowship in pulmonary disease and biochemistry at National Institutes of Health at University of California, San Diego. He then served for 6 years as a member of the full-time teaching and research faculty at UC San Diego before starting a private practice in 1982. Dr. Lonky co-authored the book, Invisible Killers; The Truth About Environmental Genocide, published in 2007, and has appeared on numerous radio and television news shows to discuss the topic of every day toxic exposures and how they can affect human health. He serves on the Board of directors of Nutrapharma Corporation (Coral Springs, FL) and Histologies Corporation (Anaheim, CA) and previously served as Chief Medical Officer of Trylon Corporation (Torrance, CA), responsible for all research and regulatory work for that medical device company. Dr. Lonky currently has a busy pulmonary medicine practice in Westchester treating patients with various lung diseases and conditions.

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Sung Yun Cho, DDS, QME is a licensed Dentist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Sung Yun Cho, DDS, received a Bachelor of Arts in Neurobiology at University of California, Berkeley. She completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Toronto. Dr. Cho completed a residency at the University of Southern California, and was the resident in chief with emphasis in oral surgery at West Los Angeles Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Dr. Cho is currently an associate general dentist with Total Family Dental Group. Her specialties include cosmetic and surgical dentistry, laser dentistry, Lumineers, and dental Botox. Dr. Cho keeps up with the latest dental technologies to offer the highest level of dental care. She emphasizes quality, honesty, and integrity as the foundation of how she practices dentistry.

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Susan Murasak, MD, QME is a licensed Psychiatrist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Susan Marusak, MD, received her bachelors degree in psychology from University of California, Berkeley. She attended Columbia University for post-baccalaureate training and went on to receive her Doctor of Medicine degree from Wayne State University Medical School. She completed an internship and a residency in psychiatry at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, and a fellowship in psychopharmacology and mood disorders at University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Marusak has received numerous honors including America’s Top Psychiatrists Award, Jansen Psychiatry Resident Award of Excellence, Chief Resident Leadership Conference Award and Patients’ Choice Award. Her memberships include American Psychiatric Association, Southern California Psychiatric Association, American Medical Association, and National Association of Professional Women. She is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

   

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Suzanne Hyun, MD, QME is a licensed Anesthesiologist and Pain Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Suzanne Hyun, MD, received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California, Berkeley graduating with high honors in molecular and cellular biology and minoring in nutrition. She volunteered in a nutritional science and toxicology lab studying the molecular cascade in response to feeding and fasting and linked an enzyme to metabolic gene activation. Her work was published in Cell prior to graduating from UC Berkeley. Her interest in health and medicine led her to go to University of California San Diego School of Medicine where she studied the association between the ankle-brachial index and toe-brachial index with cardiovascular mortality in individuals with and without diabetes, and earning her Doctor of Medicine degree. She also volunteered at the UCSD free clinic, providing care to the under-served and homeless population and was a manager of the diabetes clinic. She took courses in medical Spanish to improve her ability to communicate with the patients she was caring for. She continued her training in anesthesiology at Loma Linda University Medical Center where she was selected to be chief resident in her 4th year. During her residency she received training in all the fields of anesthesia but felt drawn to the field of pain management and enjoyed providing care to patients in the pain clinic. She completed a fellowship in pain management at Loma Linda University and was able to see a large breadth of different pathologies. She learned the about the benefits of multi-modal pain management and was trained in a large breadth of interventional therapies. Dr. Hyun is currently the interventional pain management physician at University Pain Consultants, a private practice, and enjoys staying up to date with the latest research and treatments for patients. Her memberships include the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the California Society of Anesthesiologists, and the North American Neuromodulation Society.

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Tariq, Hilal  MD, MPH, QME is a licensed Osteopathic who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

 

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Thomas Jacques, MD, QME is a licensed Anesthesiologist and Pain Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Thomas Jacques, MD, received his undergraduate degree and Doctor of Medicine from the University of Wisconsin. He completed a residency and fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where he went on to become the Chief Resident. Dr. Jacques is currently a pain medicine physician and anesthesiologist at The Comprehensive Spine and Sports Center in Fresno, CA. He is a member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists and the California Society of Anesthesiologists. Dr. Jacques is medically licensed in California and Nevada.

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Tigran Garabekyan, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Tigran Garabekyan, MD, attended UCLA for his undergraduate degree in chemical engineering and went on to obtain his Doctor of Medicine degree from University of California, San Diego. He completed an internship at University of California, San Francisco and a residency at Marshall University in Huntington, WV. He completed a fellowship in Hip Preservation Surgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. After his fellowship, Dr. Garabekyan relocated back to his hometown of Los Angeles to establish the Southern California Hip Institute, providing comprehensive care for a variety of complex hip disorders. Dr. Garabekyan has authored and co-authored numerous journal articles, textbook chapters, and online publications in hip preservation surgery. He has been an invited speaker at national and international conferences, presenting the results of his work. His research interests include improved characterization of acetabular dysplasia, the role of femoral torsion and acetabular version in borderline dysplasia, and capsular management during hip arthroscopy.

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Tyson C. Chung, PhD, QME is a licensed Psychologist who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Dr. Tyson Chung received a Bachelor of Arts degree in personality and clinical psychology from La Sierra University and a Master of Arts degree in Psychology from Pepperdine University. He went on to earn an additional master’s degree in Christian Counseling at Fuller Theological Seminary and a PhD in Clinical Psychology at Fuller Graduate School of Psychology. He completed post-doctoral training in neuropsychology at Casa Colina Centers for Rehabilitation. Dr. Chung is currently a clinical staff psychologist at VA Loma Linda Healthcare System and has medical staff privileges at BALLARD Rehabilitation Hospital. He is a member of American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology and National Association of Neuropsychology. Dr. Chung has been performing forensic evaluations since 2012 focused on neuropsychology and immigration.

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Vi Nguyen, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Vi Nguyen, DC, received her bachelors degree from University of California at San Diego and her Doctor of Chiropractic from Southern California University of Health Sciences. She currently practices at Sunrise Mulitspecialist Medical Center. Dr. Nguyen received the Patient Choice Award for 2019 and was voted one of the top 25 chiropractors in Pasadena by OpenCare in 2015. Dr. Nguyen is a Qualified Medical Evaluator and specializes in work related injuries.

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Vicente Bernabe, DO, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Vicente Bernabe, DO, is board-certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in biology from California State University, Los Angeles and his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Des Moines University. His internship was completed at Doctors Hospital and his residency in Orthopedic Surgery was done at Ohio University at Cuyahoga Falls General Hospital. Dr. Bernabe has been practicing for more than 20 years and has performed over 15,000 orthopedic surgeries. He has worked steadily as a QME and IME since 2011.

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Victor Kerenyi, DC, QME is a licensed Chiropractor who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Victor Kerenyi, DC, received his Doctor of Chiropractic from Life Chiropractic College-West and has been a practicing chiropractor for over 30 years. He currently has a private practice in Hercules and a satellite office in San Pablo and is a member of the California Chiropractic Association. His post graduate training includes seminars on Independent Disability Evaluation, Permanent Impairment Assessment Protocol, California Workers’ Compensation, and NCMIC Risk Management. Dr. Kerenyi has been performing IMEs and QMEs since 2002.

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Wayne Weil, MD, QME is a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Wayne Weil, MD, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in political and diplomatic history from the University of Pennsylvania and a Doctor of Medicine from New York School of Medicine. He completed an internship in general surgery at New York Medical Center, a residency at New York University, Hospital for Join Diseases, and a fellowship in hand and microvascular surgery at the University of Washington. Dr. Weil is currently an orthopedic surgeon at the Swedish Medical Center and is the only physician in the Swedish Hospital system who performs endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome. Dr. Weil is also one of the only physicians in Seattle who performs the endoscopic cubital tunnel release surgery for cubital tunnel syndrome (or, “cell phone elbow”). Dr. Weil has published several scientific papers and presented his research in the field of upper extremity trauma at national meetings.

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Yashar Ilkhchoui, MD, QME is a licensed Anesthesiologist and Pain Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Yashar Ilkhchoui, MD, received his Doctor of Medicine from Tehran University of Medical Sciences. He did his anesthesiology residency at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center and at the University of New Mexico. His pain medicine fellowship was completed at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Dr. Ilkhchoui has been an anesthesiologist and pain specialist at Sherman Oaks Hospital/Encino Hospital Medical Center, Providence St. John’s Medical Center and Providence Tarzana Medical Center. His professional memberships include American Society of Anesthesiology, American Society of Regional Anesthesia, and American Academy of Pain Medicine. He has been on the editorial board of SM  Radiology Journal, Journal of Clinical and Medical Case Reports, Journal of Cerebrovascular Diseases, Austin Journal of Neurosurgery, and International Journal of Anesthetics and Anesthesiology.

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Yashar Ghomri, DO, QME is a licensed Internal Medicine Physician who is available for PQMEs, AMEs or Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at several locations throughout California.

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Yashar Ghomri, DO, received his bachelors degree from University of Cincinnati and went on to earn his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University/Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed a residency in Internal Medicine at Loma Linda University Medical Center and a fellowship in Pain Medicine at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Ghomri currently runs a private practice at Los Angeles Pain Institute. He is board certified in internal medicine and is board eligible in pain medicine. Dr. Ghomri is medically licensed in California and Florida.