Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
515 S FLOWER ST 18TH FL, Los Angeles, CA 90071
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous
Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous is a UCLA-trained, board-certified psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience practicing in Lancaster, California. She specializes in anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction, interpersonal difficulties, workplace stress, and personality disorders. She is affiliated with Kern Medical Center in Bakersfield.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, St. George's University School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Training, UCLA
Hospital & Practice Affiliations
- Kern Medical Center (Faculty)
- Panorama City Practice
- Lancaster Practice
Areas of Specialization
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About Psychiatry QME Evaluations
Psychiatry QME evaluations address psychological and psychiatric injuries arising from workplace events, including post-traumatic stress disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and adjustment disorders. The evaluating psychiatrist assesses mental health causation, treatment needs, and work capacity limitations.
Under California workers' compensation law ( LC §139.2), QME physicians must meet qualification standards set by the Division of Workers' Compensation and must follow the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), for impairment ratings.
Common Conditions Evaluated
Workers' Compensation in Served Counties
Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Kern County, California. Each county has its own WCAB district office that handles workers' compensation disputes and hearings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous evaluate as a QME?
As a Psychiatry QME, Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous evaluates workers' compensation cases involving anxiety & depression, adhd, addiction psychiatry, personality disorders, and related conditions. Each evaluation includes a comprehensive record review, clinical examination, and a detailed report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment under the AMA Guides 5th Edition (2001).
Where is Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous's office located?
Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous's office is located at 515 S FLOWER ST 18TH FL, Los Angeles, CA 90071. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous's board certifications?
Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Psychiatry, Qualified Medical Examiner (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous's education and training background?
Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous's training includes: MD, St. George's University School of Medicine; Psychiatry Training, UCLA. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous have?
Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous has approximately 18 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified psychiatry physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Sandy Abdelkedous is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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