Dr. Pablo R Pazmino, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
815 E COLORADO ST STE 110, Glendale, CA 91205-1294
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Pablo R Pazmino
Dr. Pablo R. Pazmino is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon practicing in Santa Monica, CA, with over 25 years of experience. He received his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University (2001-2006). He completed two fellowships: an AO Spinal Surgical Fellowship in Curitiba, Brazil, and a combined orthopaedic-neurosurgical spinal surgery fellowship in Beverly Hills, CA. He is highly rated by patients (4.8/5 stars) and specializes in complex spinal conditions.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of Michigan Medical School
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University (2001-2006)
- AO Spinal Surgical Fellowship, Curitiba, Brazil
- Combined Orthopaedic-Neurosurgical Spinal Surgery Fellowship, Beverly Hills, CA
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 Los Angeles County
Dr. Pablo R Pazmino 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. Pablo R Pazmino 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. Pablo R Pazmino's office located?
Dr. Pablo R Pazmino's office is located at 815 E COLORADO ST STE 110, Glendale, CA 91205-1294. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Pablo R Pazmino's board certifications?
Dr. Pablo R Pazmino holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty: Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Pablo R Pazmino's education and training background?
Dr. Pablo R Pazmino's training includes: MD, University of Michigan Medical School; Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University (2001-2006); AO Spinal Surgical Fellowship, Curitiba, Brazil; Combined Orthopaedic-Neurosurgical Spinal Surgery Fellowship, Beverly Hills, CA. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Pablo R Pazmino have?
Dr. Pablo R Pazmino has approximately 25 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.
What languages does Dr. Pablo R Pazmino speak?
Dr. Pablo R Pazmino speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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