Dr. Franklin W Lusby, MD
Ophthalmology
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Office Address
9850 GENESEE AVE 220, La Jolla, CA 92037
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Franklin W Lusby
Dr. Franklin W. Lusby Jr. is a board-certified ophthalmologist and LASIK specialist practicing in La Jolla, California. He earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 1978 and has been practicing since 1983. Dr. Lusby is affiliated with Scripps La Jolla Hospitals and is recognized as a leading refractive surgeon, having performed over 70,000 refractive procedures and routinely completing more than 250 eye procedures per month.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, 1978
Languages Spoken
About Ophthalmology QME Evaluations
Ophthalmology QME evaluations assess work-related eye injuries and vision loss, including chemical burns, foreign body injuries, retinal detachment, and occupational exposure-related conditions. The evaluating ophthalmologist determines visual acuity loss, visual field defects, and permanent impairment.
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 San Diego County
Dr. Franklin W Lusby serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego 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. Franklin W Lusby evaluate as a QME?
A Ophthalmology 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. Franklin W Lusby's office located?
Dr. Franklin W Lusby's office is located at 9850 GENESEE AVE 220, La Jolla, CA 92037. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for San Diego County.
What are Dr. Franklin W Lusby's board certifications?
Dr. Franklin W Lusby holds the following board certifications: American Board of Ophthalmology (1985). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Franklin W Lusby's education and training background?
Dr. Franklin W Lusby's training includes: MD, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, 1978. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in ophthalmology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Franklin W Lusby have?
Dr. Franklin W Lusby has approximately 43 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified ophthalmology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
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