Dr. Babak Samimi, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
Office Address
11710 WILSHIRE BLVD 1ST FL, Los Angeles, CA 90025-1503
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Babak Samimi
Dr. Babak Samimi is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, joint preservation, cartilage restoration, and arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee. He graduated magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from UCLA with a degree in psychobiology, earned his medical degree from UCLA School of Medicine with honors in surgery, and completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Southern California. He serves as Clinical Instructor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the USC Keck School of Medicine, has authored peer-reviewed articles in clinical journals, and published a book chapter on musculoskeletal trauma surgery. As a DWC-certified Qualified Medical Evaluator, he conducts independent medical-legal evaluations in Los Angeles County, with particular expertise in evaluating musculoskeletal injuries, sports-related injuries, joint disorders, and post-surgical outcomes in workers' compensation cases.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS — Psychobiology, UCLA (2000, Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa)
- MD — UCLA School of Medicine (2004, Honors in Surgery)
- Residency — Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Southern California (2004–2009)
Hospital & Practice Affiliations
- Clinical Instructor, USC Keck School of Medicine
- Samimi Orthopedic Group
- West Covina Medical Center
- Sherman Oaks Hospital
- Emanate Health
- Providence Saint John's Health Center
- Brand Surgical Institute
Areas of Specialization
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. Babak Samimi 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. Babak Samimi evaluate as a QME?
As a Orthopaedic Surgery QME, Dr. Babak Samimi evaluates workers' compensation cases involving sports medicine, shoulder surgery & reconstruction, knee surgery & reconstruction, joint preservation, and related conditions. Each evaluation includes a comprehensive record review, clinical examination, and a detailed report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment under the AMA Guides 5th Edition (2001).
Where is Dr. Babak Samimi's office located?
Dr. Babak Samimi's office is located at 11710 WILSHIRE BLVD 1ST FL, Los Angeles, CA 90025-1503. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Babak Samimi's board certifications?
Dr. Babak Samimi holds the following board certifications: Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Babak Samimi's education and training background?
Dr. Babak Samimi's training includes: BS — Psychobiology, UCLA (2000, Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa); MD — UCLA School of Medicine (2004, Honors in Surgery); Residency — Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Southern California (2004–2009). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Babak Samimi have?
Dr. Babak Samimi has approximately 17 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. Babak Samimi speak?
Dr. Babak Samimi speaks English and Spanish and Farsi. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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