Dr. Issam Khafaja, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
1625 W OLYMPIC BLVD STE M100, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Issam Khafaja
Dr. Issam N. Khafaja, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician serving the greater Los Angeles area, including Glendale and Huntington Park, California, with over 35 years of medical experience. A graduate of the University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine, Dr. Khafaja is qualified to perform Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) examinations and workers' compensation evaluations throughout the Los Angeles region. He maintains an active internal medicine practice and is highly rated by patients for his comprehensive approach to care.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - University of Damascus, Faculty of Medicine (1988)
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. Issam Khafaja serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside 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. Issam Khafaja 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. Issam Khafaja's office located?
Dr. Issam Khafaja's office is located at 1625 W OLYMPIC BLVD STE M100, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Issam Khafaja's board certifications?
Dr. Issam Khafaja holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Issam Khafaja's education and training background?
Dr. Issam Khafaja's training includes: MD - University of Damascus, Faculty of Medicine (1988). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Issam Khafaja have?
Dr. Issam Khafaja has approximately 37 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. Issam Khafaja speak?
Dr. Issam Khafaja speaks English and Arabic. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Issam Khafaja serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Issam Khafaja is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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