Dr. Alec S Koo, MD
Urology
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Office Address
5255 POMONA BLVD STE 10, Los Angeles, CA 90022
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Alec S Koo
Dr. Alec S. Koo is a board-certified urologist practicing in Torrance, California, since 1992. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Urology and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He was an Assistant Professor of Surgery/Urology at UCLA and Clinical Instructor at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. He was a Regents Scholar at UCLA School of Medicine, a member of UCLA's Honors College, and inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and Alpha Omega Alpha.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Psychobiology, UCLA, 1982
- MD, UCLA School of Medicine, 1986
- Residency, Surgery/Urology, UCLA (Chief Resident, 1992)
Languages Spoken
About Urology QME Evaluations
Urology QME evaluations address work-related urological conditions including kidney injuries, bladder dysfunction, and reproductive system damage resulting from workplace trauma or chemical exposures. The evaluating urologist assesses urinary and reproductive function and determines occupational causation.
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. Alec S Koo 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. Alec S Koo evaluate as a QME?
A Urology 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. Alec S Koo's office located?
Dr. Alec S Koo's office is located at 5255 POMONA BLVD STE 10, Los Angeles, CA 90022. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Alec S Koo's board certifications?
Dr. Alec S Koo holds the following board certifications: Diplomate, American Board of Urology, Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Alec S Koo's education and training background?
Dr. Alec S Koo's training includes: BS, Psychobiology, UCLA, 1982; MD, UCLA School of Medicine, 1986; Residency, Surgery/Urology, UCLA (Chief Resident, 1992). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in urology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Alec S Koo have?
Dr. Alec S Koo has approximately 34 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified urology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Alec S Koo speak?
Dr. Alec S Koo speaks English and Chinese. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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