Dr. Behzad Emad, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
4900 HOPYARD RD STE 100, Pleasanton, CA 94588-7101
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Napa County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Fresno County, Kern County, Placer County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Behzad Emad
Dr. Behzad Emad is a board-certified physiatrist and pain medicine specialist in Pacific Palisades, California, with over 20 years of experience. He served as Medical Director of Southland Injury Medical Center for 14 years and is a Qualified Medical Evaluator for the State of California.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS in Chemistry, State University of New York at Oneonta (minor: Biology, Mathematics)
- MD, State University of New York Health Science Center, Brooklyn
- Residency in Internal Medicine, University of California, Irvine Medical Center
- Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center (Chief Resident)
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. Behzad Emad serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Napa County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Fresno County, Kern County, Placer 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. Behzad Emad 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. Behzad Emad's office located?
Dr. Behzad Emad's office is located at 4900 HOPYARD RD STE 100, Pleasanton, CA 94588-7101. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 8 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Behzad Emad's board certifications?
Dr. Behzad Emad holds the following board certifications: Diplomate, American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Subspecialty Certification in Pain Medicine, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), State of California. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Behzad Emad's education and training background?
Dr. Behzad Emad's training includes: BS in Chemistry, State University of New York at Oneonta (minor: Biology, Mathematics); MD, State University of New York Health Science Center, Brooklyn; Residency in Internal Medicine, University of California, Irvine Medical Center; Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center (Chief Resident). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Behzad Emad have?
Dr. Behzad Emad 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. Behzad Emad serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Behzad Emad is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Napa County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Fresno County, Kern County, Placer County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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