Dr. Seetal Preet K Cheema, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
14126 SHERMAN WAY 9, Van Nuys, CA 91405
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Seetal Preet K Cheema
Dr. Seetal Preet Kaur Cheema is a pain medicine specialist and anesthesiologist affiliated with UCLA Health's Department of Anesthesiology. She is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology with subspecialty certification in Pain Medicine. She practices at the UCLA Pain Management Center, providing comprehensive pain treatment at the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. She has over 21 years of experience in the medical field.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, 2003
- Residency in Anesthesiology, New York University School of Medicine, 2007
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 Los Angeles County
Dr. Seetal Preet K Cheema 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. Seetal Preet K Cheema 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. Seetal Preet K Cheema's office located?
Dr. Seetal Preet K Cheema's office is located at 14126 SHERMAN WAY 9, Van Nuys, CA 91405. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Seetal Preet K Cheema's board certifications?
Dr. Seetal Preet K Cheema holds the following board certifications: Anesthesiology (American Board of Anesthesiology, 2008-2028), Pain Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Seetal Preet K Cheema's education and training background?
Dr. Seetal Preet K Cheema's training includes: MD, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, 2003; Residency in Anesthesiology, New York University School of Medicine, 2007. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Seetal Preet K Cheema have?
Dr. Seetal Preet K Cheema has approximately 21 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.
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