Dr. Ripu D Arora, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
23150 CRENSHAW BLVD UNIT 450, Torrance, CA 90505
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Ripu D Arora
Dr. Ripu D. Arora, MD, MBA is a board-certified pain management anesthesiologist providing care in Torrance, Victorville, and Newport Beach, California at Arora Pain Clinic. He studied medicine in India before training in orthopedic and surgical procedures at hospitals in London and Manchester, England. He is a life member of the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP) and serves on the board of directors of the California Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (CalSIPP). He was formerly Chief of Anesthesia and Pain Management at Pacifica Community Hospital in Huntington Beach, CA. He is also a Qualified Medical Examiner (QME).
Education & Board Certifications
- MBBS, Guru Nanak University Medical College, Amritsar, Punjab, India
- Surgical Training, Hospitals in London and Manchester, England
- Anesthesiology Residency, Case Western University, Cleveland, OH
- MBA in Healthcare (Honors, Beta Gamma Sigma), University of California, Irvine (2009)
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. Ripu D Arora 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. Ripu D Arora 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. Ripu D Arora's office located?
Dr. Ripu D Arora's office is located at 23150 CRENSHAW BLVD UNIT 450, Torrance, CA 90505. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Ripu D Arora's board certifications?
Dr. Ripu D Arora holds the following board certifications: Anesthesiology - American Board of Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine - American Board of Anesthesiology, Diplomate, American Academy of Pain Management, Qualified Medical Examiner (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Ripu D Arora's education and training background?
Dr. Ripu D Arora's training includes: MBBS, Guru Nanak University Medical College, Amritsar, Punjab, India; Surgical Training, Hospitals in London and Manchester, England; Anesthesiology Residency, Case Western University, Cleveland, OH; MBA in Healthcare (Honors, Beta Gamma Sigma), University of California, Irvine (2009). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ripu D Arora have?
Dr. Ripu D Arora has approximately 20 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.
Which counties does Dr. Ripu D Arora serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Ripu D Arora 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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