Dr. Jonathan I Macy, MD
Ophthalmology
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Office Address
2514 S CENTRAL AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90011
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Jonathan I Macy
Dr. Jonathan I. Macy is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Clinical Professor at both USC and UCLA, practicing in Los Angeles adjacent to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He earned his BA and MD from Boston University with Phi Beta Kappa honors, then completed his ophthalmology residency at USC following a research fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute. Dr. Macy is the author of more than 100 peer-reviewed papers and book chapters, and has delivered over 300 lectures worldwide. He co-founded the Los Angeles Vision Institute and serves as an Examiner for the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Education & Board Certifications
- BA, Boston University (Phi Beta Kappa)
- MD, Boston University School of Medicine, 1976
- Internship, LA County/USC Medical Center
- Research Fellowship, Doheny Eye Institute
- Ophthalmology Residency, USC (completed 1981)
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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 Los Angeles County
Dr. Jonathan I Macy 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. Jonathan I Macy 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. Jonathan I Macy's office located?
Dr. Jonathan I Macy's office is located at 2514 S CENTRAL AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90011. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Jonathan I Macy's board certifications?
Dr. Jonathan I Macy holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, American Board of Ophthalmology, Examiner, American Board of Ophthalmology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Jonathan I Macy's education and training background?
Dr. Jonathan I Macy's training includes: BA, Boston University (Phi Beta Kappa); MD, Boston University School of Medicine, 1976; Internship, LA County/USC Medical Center; Research Fellowship, Doheny Eye Institute; Ophthalmology Residency, USC (completed 1981). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in ophthalmology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Jonathan I Macy have?
Dr. Jonathan I Macy has approximately 44 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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