Dr. Bernard Monderer, MD
Ophthalmology
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Office Address
14434 HAMLIN ST STE 1, Van Nuys, CA 91401
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Bernard Monderer
Dr. Bernard Monderer is a board-certified ophthalmologist with over 50 years of experience, practicing in Van Nuys, California. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 1973, completed a transitional year internship and ophthalmology residency at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University. He is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital and has served the San Fernando Valley community for decades.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine, 1973
- Transitional Year Internship, 1973-1974
- Residency, Ophthalmology, SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, 1974-1977
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 Los Angeles County
Dr. Bernard Monderer 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. Bernard Monderer 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. Bernard Monderer's office located?
Dr. Bernard Monderer's office is located at 14434 HAMLIN ST STE 1, Van Nuys, CA 91401. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Bernard Monderer's board certifications?
Dr. Bernard Monderer holds the following board certifications: American Board of Ophthalmology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Bernard Monderer's education and training background?
Dr. Bernard Monderer's training includes: MD, State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine, 1973; Transitional Year Internship, 1973-1974; Residency, Ophthalmology, SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, 1974-1977. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in ophthalmology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Bernard Monderer have?
Dr. Bernard Monderer has approximately 53 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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