Dr. Antoine Aizarani-hallak, MD
Surgery
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Office Address
16766 BERNARDO CTR DR 109, San Diego, CA 92128
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Antoine Aizarani-hallak
Dr. Antoine Aizarani-Hallak (Dr. Hallak) is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon practicing in San Diego and Oceanside, CA. He completed full training in general surgery in New York City before specializing in plastic, reconstructive, and cosmetic surgery at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Lebanese University Faculty of Medical Sciences (1991)
- General Surgery Residency, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell (1998)
- Plastic Surgery Fellowship, McGill University, Montreal, Canada
Hospital & Practice Affiliations
- San Diego Institute of Plastic Surgery
- Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido
- Palomar Medical Center Poway
- Sharp Community Medical Group
Areas of Specialization
Languages Spoken
About Surgery QME Evaluations
General Surgery QME evaluations assess post-surgical outcomes and complications from workplace injuries requiring surgical intervention, including abdominal trauma, hernia repair, and vascular injuries. The evaluating surgeon determines whether surgical outcomes are consistent with the industrial injury and rates residual impairment.
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. Antoine Aizarani-hallak serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Riverside 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. Antoine Aizarani-hallak evaluate as a QME?
As a Surgery QME, Dr. Antoine Aizarani-hallak evaluates workers' compensation cases involving plastic surgery, reconstructive surgery, cosmetic surgery. 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. Antoine Aizarani-hallak's office located?
Dr. Antoine Aizarani-hallak's office is located at 16766 BERNARDO CTR DR 109, San Diego, CA 92128. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. Antoine Aizarani-hallak's board certifications?
Dr. Antoine Aizarani-hallak holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS), Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), Member, San Diego Plastic Surgery Society. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Antoine Aizarani-hallak's education and training background?
Dr. Antoine Aizarani-hallak's training includes: MD, Lebanese University Faculty of Medical Sciences (1991); General Surgery Residency, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell (1998); Plastic Surgery Fellowship, McGill University, Montreal, Canada. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Antoine Aizarani-hallak have?
Dr. Antoine Aizarani-hallak has approximately 27 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Antoine Aizarani-hallak speak?
Dr. Antoine Aizarani-hallak speaks English and Arabic and French. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Antoine Aizarani-hallak serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Antoine Aizarani-hallak is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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