Dr. Shahin E Sheibani-rad, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
1414 S GRAND AVE STE 270, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Shahin E Sheibani-rad
Dr. Shahin Sheibani-Rad (also known as Dr. Shahin S. Rad) is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstructive orthopedic surgery, with particular expertise in hip and knee replacement. He practices in Encino and Tarzana, California. He graduated with honors and Phi Beta Kappa from UCLA with a degree in psychobiology, and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society during medical school. He has 18 years of experience and maintains a 4.9-star patient rating.
Education & Board Certifications
- BA, Psychobiology (Honors, Phi Beta Kappa), University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
- MD, Chicago Medical School (Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society)
- Internship, Brown University, Rhode Island
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, McLaren-Flint/Michigan State University
- Fellowship, Hip and Knee Replacement
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. Shahin E Sheibani-rad 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. Shahin E Sheibani-rad 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. Shahin E Sheibani-rad's office located?
Dr. Shahin E Sheibani-rad's office is located at 1414 S GRAND AVE STE 270, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Shahin E Sheibani-rad's board certifications?
Dr. Shahin E Sheibani-rad holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty: Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Shahin E Sheibani-rad's education and training background?
Dr. Shahin E Sheibani-rad's training includes: BA, Psychobiology (Honors, Phi Beta Kappa), University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA); MD, Chicago Medical School (Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society); Internship, Brown University, Rhode Island; Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, McLaren-Flint/Michigan State University; Fellowship, Hip and Knee Replacement. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Shahin E Sheibani-rad have?
Dr. Shahin E Sheibani-rad has approximately 18 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. Shahin E Sheibani-rad speak?
Dr. Shahin E Sheibani-rad speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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