Dr. Farshid Etaee, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
8036 THIRD ST STE 103, Downey, CA 90241
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Farshid Etaee
Dr. Farshid Etaee, MD, is a board-certified internist and interventional vein specialist practicing in Southern California. Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, he completed his internship at Texas Tech University and residency at Yale New Haven University, with additional postdoctoral training at Harvard, Stanford, the University of Kentucky, and UT Southwestern Medical Center. As a QME, Dr. Etaee provides workers' compensation evaluations in the Downey and greater Los Angeles area, drawing on his extensive research background with over 50 published papers.
Education & Board Certifications
- Yale New Haven University, Residency
- Texas Tech University, Internship
Languages Spoken
About Internal Medicine QME Evaluations
Internal Medicine QME evaluations cover a broad range of systemic conditions caused or aggravated by workplace exposures, including hypertension, diabetes complications, gastrointestinal disorders, and infectious diseases. The evaluating internist provides opinions on how occupational factors contributed to the condition.
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. Farshid Etaee serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, 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. Farshid Etaee evaluate as a QME?
A Internal 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. Farshid Etaee's office located?
Dr. Farshid Etaee's office is located at 8036 THIRD ST STE 103, Downey, CA 90241. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Farshid Etaee's board certifications?
Dr. Farshid Etaee holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Farshid Etaee's education and training background?
Dr. Farshid Etaee's training includes: Yale New Haven University, Residency; Texas Tech University, Internship. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Farshid Etaee have?
Dr. Farshid Etaee has approximately 10 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified internal medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Farshid Etaee speak?
Dr. Farshid Etaee speaks English and Farsi and Turkish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Farshid Etaee serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Farshid Etaee is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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