Dr. Konstantin Salkinder, MD
Otolaryngology
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Office Address
6221 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 318, Los Angeles, CA 90048-5225
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Konstantin Salkinder
Dr. Konstantin C. Salkinder is a board-certified otolaryngologist and facial plastic surgeon in Los Angeles, California, with approximately 49 years of experience. He received his medical degree from the Latvian Medical Academy and completed residencies in otolaryngology at SUNY Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals and Sisters Charity Hospital. He practices at Miracle Mile Aesthetics & ENT in the Beverly Grove area of Los Angeles, specializing in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery and facial plastic procedures. He speaks English and Russian.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Latvian Medical Academy (1976)
- Residency in General Surgery, Flushing Hospital Medical Center, New York
- Residency in General Surgery, Cabrini Medical Center, New York
- Residency in Otolaryngology, SUNY Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals
- Residency in Otolaryngology, Sisters Charity Hospital, Buffalo, New York
Languages Spoken
About Otolaryngology QME Evaluations
Otolaryngology (ENT) QME evaluations assess work-related hearing loss, tinnitus, vestibular disorders, and upper airway conditions caused by workplace noise exposure or chemical inhalation. The evaluating ENT specialist determines the degree of hearing impairment and its relationship to occupational noise levels.
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. Konstantin Salkinder 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. Konstantin Salkinder evaluate as a QME?
A Otolaryngology 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. Konstantin Salkinder's office located?
Dr. Konstantin Salkinder's office is located at 6221 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 318, Los Angeles, CA 90048-5225. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Konstantin Salkinder's board certifications?
Dr. Konstantin Salkinder holds the following board certifications: Board Certified - Otolaryngology, Board Certified - Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Board Certified - Plastic Surgery within the Head and Neck. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Konstantin Salkinder's education and training background?
Dr. Konstantin Salkinder's training includes: MD, Latvian Medical Academy (1976); Residency in General Surgery, Flushing Hospital Medical Center, New York; Residency in General Surgery, Cabrini Medical Center, New York; Residency in Otolaryngology, SUNY Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals; Residency in Otolaryngology, Sisters Charity Hospital, Buffalo, New York. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in otolaryngology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Konstantin Salkinder have?
Dr. Konstantin Salkinder has approximately 49 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified otolaryngology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Konstantin Salkinder speak?
Dr. Konstantin Salkinder speaks English and Russian. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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