Dr. Sasan Najibi, MD
Surgery
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Office Address
2623 E FOOTHILL BLVD STE 105, Pasadena, CA 91107
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Sasan Najibi
Dr. Sasan Najibi is a board-certified general and vascular surgeon practicing in Burbank, CA with over 30 years of experience. He received his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine, completed his general surgery internship at SUNY Buffalo and residency at the University of Florida, followed by a fellowship in vascular and endovascular surgery at Emory University Hospital. He is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai and USC Verdugo Hills Hospital.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Georgetown University School of Medicine
- Internship, General Surgery, SUNY Buffalo
- Residency, General Surgery, University of Florida
- Fellowship, Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Emory University Hospital
Languages Spoken
About Surgery QME Evaluations
General Surgery QME evaluations assess post-surgical outcomes and complications from workplace injuries requiring surgical intervention, including abdominal trauma, hernia repair, and vascular injuries. The evaluating surgeon determines whether surgical outcomes are consistent with the industrial injury and rates residual 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 Served Counties
Dr. Sasan Najibi serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Ventura 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. Sasan Najibi evaluate as a QME?
A 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. Sasan Najibi's office located?
Dr. Sasan Najibi's office is located at 2623 E FOOTHILL BLVD STE 105, Pasadena, CA 91107. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Sasan Najibi's board certifications?
Dr. Sasan Najibi holds the following board certifications: American Board of Surgery, General Surgery, American Board of Surgery, Vascular Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Sasan Najibi's education and training background?
Dr. Sasan Najibi's training includes: MD, Georgetown University School of Medicine; Internship, General Surgery, SUNY Buffalo; Residency, General Surgery, University of Florida; Fellowship, Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Emory University Hospital. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Sasan Najibi have?
Dr. Sasan Najibi has approximately 30 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Sasan Najibi speak?
Dr. Sasan Najibi speaks English and Farsi. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Sasan Najibi serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Sasan Najibi is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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