Dr. Bernard I Raskin, MD
Dermatology
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Office Address
4100 EMPIRE DR STE 120, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Phone
Counties Served
Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Bernard I Raskin
Dr. Bernard Raskin is a board-certified dermatologist, Mohs surgeon, and internist with practices in Bakersfield, Valencia, and Porter Ranch, serving patients across the greater Los Angeles, Santa Clarita Valley, and Kern County regions. A UCLA graduate in physics, Dr. Raskin earned his medical degree from UC Irvine and completed dermatology residency training at UCLA, one of the nation's premier programs. He holds triple board certifications in Dermatology, Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery, and Internal Medicine, and serves as volunteer faculty at UCLA teaching dermatologic surgery and lasers. As a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), Dr. Raskin provides authoritative skin-related evaluations for workers' compensation and medical-legal cases.
Education & Board Certifications
- University of California, Los Angeles, BS in Physics
- University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, MD
- Residency, Internal Medicine, UC Irvine/Long Beach VA Hospitals
- Residency, Dermatology, UCLA
Languages Spoken
About Dermatology QME Evaluations
Dermatology QME evaluations address skin conditions caused by workplace chemical exposures, irritants, and allergens, including contact dermatitis, occupational eczema, and chemical burns. The evaluating dermatologist determines causation and permanent disfigurement or 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 Kern County
Dr. Bernard I Raskin serves workers' compensation cases in 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. Bernard I Raskin evaluate as a QME?
A Dermatology 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. Bernard I Raskin's office located?
Dr. Bernard I Raskin's office is located at 4100 EMPIRE DR STE 120, Bakersfield, CA 93309. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Kern County.
What are Dr. Bernard I Raskin's board certifications?
Dr. Bernard I Raskin holds the following board certifications: American Board of Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology - Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery, American Board of Internal Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Bernard I Raskin's education and training background?
Dr. Bernard I Raskin's training includes: University of California, Los Angeles, BS in Physics; University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, MD; Residency, Internal Medicine, UC Irvine/Long Beach VA Hospitals; Residency, Dermatology, UCLA. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in dermatology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Bernard I Raskin have?
Dr. Bernard I Raskin has approximately 35 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified dermatology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
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