Dr. Dickran V Altounian, DO
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
3939 ATLANTIC AVE STE 114, Long Beach, CA 90807
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. Dickran V Altounian
Dr. Dickran Vahe Altounian, DO, MS is a double board-certified physical medicine, rehabilitation, and pain management specialist practicing in Encino/Long Beach, CA. A Southern California native, he provides pharmacological, non-pharmacological, and interventional treatment options for musculoskeletal diseases, spinal disorders, and complex pain conditions. He served as Chief Resident and Chief of Wellness during his residency training. He is a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, the International Pain and Spine Intervention Society, American Academy of Pain Medicine, and the Armenian American Medical Society.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Neuroscience, University of Southern California (USC)
- MS, Global Medicine, University of Southern California (USC)
- DO, Western University of Health Sciences (with additional year as pre-doctoral teaching fellow in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine)
- Internship, Chino Valley Medical Center
- Residency, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, UT Health McGovern Medical School, Houston, TX (Chief Resident)
- Fellowship, Pain Medicine (ACGME-accredited), UCLA West LA VA Program
Languages Spoken
About Pain Medicine QME Evaluations
Pain Medicine QME evaluations focus on chronic pain conditions resulting from workplace injuries, including complex regional pain syndrome, failed back surgery syndrome, and neuropathic pain. The evaluating pain specialist determines whether ongoing pain is causally related to the industrial injury and assesses functional 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. Dickran V Altounian serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino 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. Dickran V Altounian evaluate as a QME?
A Pain Medicine QME evaluation involves a comprehensive review of medical records, a clinical examination, and a written report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment. The evaluating physician follows the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), as required by California workers' compensation law.
Where is Dr. Dickran V Altounian's office located?
Dr. Dickran V Altounian's office is located at 3939 ATLANTIC AVE STE 114, Long Beach, CA 90807. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Dickran V Altounian's board certifications?
Dr. Dickran V Altounian holds the following board certifications: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Dickran V Altounian's education and training background?
Dr. Dickran V Altounian's training includes: BS, Neuroscience, University of Southern California (USC); MS, Global Medicine, University of Southern California (USC); DO, Western University of Health Sciences (with additional year as pre-doctoral teaching fellow in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine); Internship, Chino Valley Medical Center; Residency, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, UT Health McGovern Medical School, Houston, TX (Chief Resident); Fellowship, Pain Medicine (ACGME-accredited), UCLA West LA VA Program. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Dickran V Altounian have?
Dr. Dickran V Altounian has approximately 10 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified pain medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Dickran V Altounian speak?
Dr. Dickran V Altounian speaks English and Armenian. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Dickran V Altounian serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Dickran V Altounian is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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