Dr. Rojeh Melikian, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
3377 LONG BEACH BLVD, Long Beach, CA 90807
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Rojeh Melikian
Dr. Rojeh Melikian is a Harvard and Emory-trained, board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon in Marina del Rey, CA. He specializes in minimally-invasive microsurgical techniques for spinal disorders and has authored more than 25 medical journal articles and textbook chapters.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS - Neuroscience, University of California, Los Angeles (summa cum laude)
- MD - University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (AOA Honor Society, highest distinction)
- Residency - Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program (Chief Resident, Massachusetts General Hospital)
- Fellowship - Spine Surgery, Emory University (combined orthopaedic and neurosurgical training)
Languages Spoken
About Orthopaedic Surgery QME Evaluations
Orthopaedic Surgery QME evaluations address musculoskeletal injuries arising from workplace accidents, repetitive strain, and cumulative trauma. The evaluating orthopaedic surgeon assesses fractures, joint damage, spinal disorders, and soft-tissue injuries to determine causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment under the AMA Guides.
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. Rojeh Melikian serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange 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. Rojeh Melikian evaluate as a QME?
A Orthopaedic Surgery 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. Rojeh Melikian's office located?
Dr. Rojeh Melikian's office is located at 3377 LONG BEACH BLVD, Long Beach, CA 90807. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Rojeh Melikian's board certifications?
Dr. Rojeh Melikian holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Rojeh Melikian's education and training background?
Dr. Rojeh Melikian's training includes: BS - Neuroscience, University of California, Los Angeles (summa cum laude); MD - University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (AOA Honor Society, highest distinction); Residency - Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program (Chief Resident, Massachusetts General Hospital); Fellowship - Spine Surgery, Emory University (combined orthopaedic and neurosurgical training). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Rojeh Melikian have?
Dr. Rojeh Melikian has approximately 17 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified orthopaedic surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Rojeh Melikian serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Rojeh Melikian is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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