Dr. Stewart A Lonky, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
8610 SOUTH SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 206, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Fresno County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Stewart A Lonky
Dr. Stewart A. Lonky, MD, QME, is a board-certified pulmonologist and internist with over 45 years of experience, providing expert medical-legal evaluations in Los Angeles, CA. As one of the leading QME and AME specialists in Internal Medicine and Pulmonology in Los Angeles, Dr. Lonky has been evaluating and treating injured workers since 1984, specializing in workers' compensation cases involving pulmonary disease and toxic exposures. He is double board-certified in internal medicine and pulmonary disease, with extensive expertise in obstructive lung disease and occupational respiratory conditions.
Education & Board Certifications
- BA, St. Lawrence University
- MD, State University of New York Downstate Medical Center (1971)
- Internship, State University Kings County Hospital
- Residency, Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, MO
- Residency, University of California San Diego
- Fellowship in Pulmonary Disease and Biochemistry, National Institutes of Health / University of California San Diego
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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. Stewart A Lonky serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Fresno 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. Stewart A Lonky 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. Stewart A Lonky's office located?
Dr. Stewart A Lonky's office is located at 8610 SOUTH SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 206, Los Angeles, CA 90045. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Stewart A Lonky's board certifications?
Dr. Stewart A Lonky holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), Agreed Medical Evaluator (AME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Stewart A Lonky's education and training background?
Dr. Stewart A Lonky's training includes: BA, St. Lawrence University; MD, State University of New York Downstate Medical Center (1971); Internship, State University Kings County Hospital; Residency, Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, MO; Residency, University of California San Diego; Fellowship in Pulmonary Disease and Biochemistry, National Institutes of Health / University of California San Diego. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Stewart A Lonky have?
Dr. Stewart A Lonky has approximately 54 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. Stewart A Lonky serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Stewart A Lonky is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Fresno County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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