Dr. Woojin Joo, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
4721 S BROADWAY BLVD, Los Angeles, CA 90037
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Woojin Joo
Dr. Woojin Joo is a board-certified internal medicine physician and Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) practicing in Los Angeles, California. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from Saint Louis University and completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, bringing specialized expertise in metabolic health and obesity medicine to his workers' compensation evaluations. Dr. Joo is affiliated with Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center and provides comprehensive medical-legal assessments for injured workers throughout the Los Angeles area.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Chapman University
- MD, Saint Louis University School of Medicine
- Internship, Internal Medicine, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
- Residency, Internal Medicine, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
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. Woojin Joo serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino 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. Woojin Joo 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. Woojin Joo's office located?
Dr. Woojin Joo's office is located at 4721 S BROADWAY BLVD, Los Angeles, CA 90037. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Woojin Joo's board certifications?
Dr. Woojin Joo holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Internal Medicine, Obesity Medicine, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Woojin Joo's education and training background?
Dr. Woojin Joo's training includes: BS, Chapman University; MD, Saint Louis University School of Medicine; Internship, Internal Medicine, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center; Residency, Internal Medicine, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Woojin Joo have?
Dr. Woojin Joo has approximately 9 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.
Which counties does Dr. Woojin Joo serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Woojin Joo is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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