Dr. Siavash Nikkhou, DC
Chiropractic
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Office Address
222 N MOUNTAIN AVE STE 111, Upland, CA 91786
Phone
Counties Served
San Bernardino County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Siavash Nikkhou
Dr. Siavash Nikkhou is a chiropractor practicing in Upland/Ontario, CA at Nikkhou Chiropractic and Wellness Center. He holds a Doctor of Chiropractic from Southern California University of Health Sciences (2018) and a Master of Science in Molecular Biology from California State University, Northridge (2013). He specializes in sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, and wellness maintenance. His treatment modalities include flexion distraction, cupping, zero gravity massage chair, and traction.
Education & Board Certifications
- Southern California University of Health Sciences - Doctor of Chiropractic (2018)
- California State University, Northridge - M.S. Molecular Biology (2013)
Languages Spoken
About Chiropractic QME Evaluations
Chiropractic QME evaluations address spinal and musculoskeletal conditions commonly seen in workplace injuries, including disc herniations, spinal subluxations, and soft-tissue injuries. The evaluating chiropractor assesses spinal alignment, range of motion, and the appropriateness of ongoing chiropractic care.
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 Bernardino County
Dr. Siavash Nikkhou serves workers' compensation cases in San Bernardino 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. Siavash Nikkhou evaluate as a QME?
A Chiropractic 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. Siavash Nikkhou's office located?
Dr. Siavash Nikkhou's office is located at 222 N MOUNTAIN AVE STE 111, Upland, CA 91786. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for San Bernardino County.
What is Dr. Siavash Nikkhou's education and training background?
Dr. Siavash Nikkhou's training includes: Southern California University of Health Sciences - Doctor of Chiropractic (2018); California State University, Northridge - M.S. Molecular Biology (2013). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Siavash Nikkhou have?
Dr. Siavash Nikkhou has approximately 8 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified chiropractic physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Siavash Nikkhou speak?
Dr. Siavash Nikkhou speaks English and Spanish and Farsi. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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