Dr. Arash Aminian, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
22 ODYSSEY STE 205, Irvine, CA 92618
Phone
Counties Served
Orange County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Arash Aminian
Dr. Arash Aminian is a fellowship-trained orthopedic foot and ankle specialist practicing in Laguna Woods and Irvine, California, with the Southern California Orthopedic Specialists (SCOS). He completed his orthopedic residency at Northwestern University, where he served as Chief Resident, and a foot and ankle surgery fellowship at the University of Washington. He also serves as Assistant Chief of Foot and Ankle Service at Harbor-UCLA, training residents and fellows.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Chemical Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis
- MD, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY
- Internship and Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, Northwestern University, Chicago (Chief Resident)
- Fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle
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About Orthopaedic Surgery QME Evaluations
Orthopaedic Surgery QME evaluations address musculoskeletal injuries arising from workplace accidents, repetitive strain, and cumulative trauma. The evaluating orthopaedic surgeon assesses fractures, joint damage, spinal disorders, and soft-tissue injuries to determine causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment under the AMA Guides.
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 Orange County
Dr. Arash Aminian serves workers' compensation cases in Orange 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. Arash Aminian evaluate as a QME?
A Orthopaedic Surgery 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. Arash Aminian's office located?
Dr. Arash Aminian's office is located at 22 ODYSSEY STE 205, Irvine, CA 92618. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Orange County.
What are Dr. Arash Aminian's board certifications?
Dr. Arash Aminian holds the following board certifications: Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Fellow, American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Arash Aminian's education and training background?
Dr. Arash Aminian's training includes: BS, Chemical Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis; MD, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY; Internship and Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, Northwestern University, Chicago (Chief Resident); Fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Arash Aminian have?
Dr. Arash Aminian has approximately 24 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified orthopaedic surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
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