Dr. Somto R Obi, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
355 E FOOTHILL BLVD STE B, Pomona, CA 91767
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Sacramento County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Placer County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Somto R Obi
Dr. Somto Randy Obi is a psychiatrist licensed in both California and Texas. He is the founder of Melanin Doc, Inc, Executive Boarding, and Just Health Group. He has held leadership positions in the American Psychiatric Association and focuses on creating culturally competent healthcare providers and decreasing physician burnout. His approach is holistic, collaborative, supportive, and patient-centered.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (2019)
About Psychiatry QME Evaluations
Psychiatry QME evaluations address psychological and psychiatric injuries arising from workplace events, including post-traumatic stress disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and adjustment disorders. The evaluating psychiatrist assesses mental health causation, treatment needs, and work capacity limitations.
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. Somto R Obi serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Sacramento County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Placer 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. Somto R Obi evaluate as a QME?
A Psychiatry 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. Somto R Obi's office located?
Dr. Somto R Obi's office is located at 355 E FOOTHILL BLVD STE B, Pomona, CA 91767. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 7 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Somto R Obi's board certifications?
Dr. Somto R Obi holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Psychiatry. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Somto R Obi's education and training background?
Dr. Somto R Obi's training includes: MD, University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (2019). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Somto R Obi have?
Dr. Somto R Obi has approximately 7 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified psychiatry physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Somto R Obi serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Somto R Obi is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Sacramento County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Placer County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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