Dr. Samer P Alnajjar, MD
Surgery
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Office Address
112 W NINTH ST 1126, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Samer P Alnajjar
Dr. Samer Phillip Alnajjar is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Los Angeles, CA. He earned his BA in psychology from the University of Michigan, an MPH from Wayne State University, and his medical degree from St. George University Medical School. He completed a general surgery residency at Wayne State University and a plastic/reconstructive surgery fellowship at USC. He holds a certificate of added qualification in hand surgery.
Education & Board Certifications
- BA in Psychology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
- MPH, Wayne State University, Detroit
- MD, St. George University Medical School (1999)
- General Surgery Residency, Wayne State University
- Plastic/Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship, University of Southern California (USC)
Hospital & Practice Affiliations
- Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center (Los Angeles)
- St. Mary Medical Center (Long Beach)
- LA Orthopaedic Specialists
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 Los Angeles County
Dr. Samer P Alnajjar serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles 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. Samer P Alnajjar evaluate as a QME?
As a Surgery QME, Dr. Samer P Alnajjar evaluates workers' compensation cases involving plastic and reconstructive surgery, hand surgery, microsurgery, wound care, 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. Samer P Alnajjar's office located?
Dr. Samer P Alnajjar's office is located at 112 W NINTH ST 1126, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Samer P Alnajjar's board certifications?
Dr. Samer P Alnajjar holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, American Board of Surgery, Certificate of Added Qualification in Hand Surgery, Fellow, American College of Surgeons. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Samer P Alnajjar's education and training background?
Dr. Samer P Alnajjar's training includes: BA in Psychology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor; MPH, Wayne State University, Detroit; MD, St. George University Medical School (1999); General Surgery Residency, Wayne State University; Plastic/Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship, University of Southern California (USC). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Samer P Alnajjar have?
Dr. Samer P Alnajjar has approximately 25 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. Samer P Alnajjar speak?
Dr. Samer P Alnajjar speaks English and Arabic. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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