Dr. Elmer B Pineda Jr, MD
Urology
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Office Address
811 W 7TH ST STE 1038, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Elmer B Pineda Jr
Dr. Elmer B. Pineda Jr is a board-certified urologist based in Pomona, California, with over 25 years of experience in general urology. He earned his B.A. in Physiology from the University of California, Berkeley (1990) and his M.D. from the University of California, Davis School of Medicine (1995). He completed an internship in general surgery and a combined general surgery and urology residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center, finishing in 2001. Dr. Pineda has been with Inland Urology Medical Group since 2001 and holds leadership roles at Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center and Casa Colina Hospital for Rehabilitative Medicine. He is an assistant clinical professor at the Western University School of Medicine. His clinical interests include kidney stones, female urology, urinary incontinence, benign prostate disorders, and genitourinary cancers, with expertise in da Vinci robotic surgery and minimally invasive laparoscopy.
Education & Board Certifications
- B.A. in Physiology, University of California, Berkeley (1990)
- M.D., University of California, Davis School of Medicine (1995)
- Internship, General Surgery, Loma Linda University Medical Center
- Residency, General Surgery and Urology, Loma Linda University Medical Center (completed 2001)
Languages Spoken
About Urology QME Evaluations
Urology QME evaluations address work-related urological conditions including kidney injuries, bladder dysfunction, and reproductive system damage resulting from workplace trauma or chemical exposures. The evaluating urologist assesses urinary and reproductive function and determines occupational causation.
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. Elmer B Pineda Jr serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Kern 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. Elmer B Pineda Jr evaluate as a QME?
A Urology 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. Elmer B Pineda Jr's office located?
Dr. Elmer B Pineda Jr's office is located at 811 W 7TH ST STE 1038, Los Angeles, CA 90017. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Elmer B Pineda Jr's board certifications?
Dr. Elmer B Pineda Jr holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Urology, American Board of Urology (2003), Certified, National Board of Medical Examiners, California License, Radiography and Fluoroscopy, Member, American Urological Association, Member, Western Section American Urological Association, Member, Los Angeles County Medical Association, Member, American Association of Clinical Urologists, Member, Endourologic Society. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Elmer B Pineda Jr's education and training background?
Dr. Elmer B Pineda Jr's training includes: B.A. in Physiology, University of California, Berkeley (1990); M.D., University of California, Davis School of Medicine (1995); Internship, General Surgery, Loma Linda University Medical Center; Residency, General Surgery and Urology, Loma Linda University Medical Center (completed 2001). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in urology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Elmer B Pineda Jr have?
Dr. Elmer B Pineda Jr has approximately 25 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified urology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Elmer B Pineda Jr serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Elmer B Pineda Jr is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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