Dr. Robert J Shorr, MD
Neurology
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Office Address
15400 SHERMAN WAY STE 170, Van Nuys, CA 91406
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Fresno County, Kern County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Robert J Shorr
Dr. Robert J. Shorr is a board-certified neurologist with over 45 years of experience, practicing in Tarzana, California. He specializes in workers' compensation and personal injury evaluations, serving as a Qualified Medical Evaluator in the greater Los Angeles area. Dr. Shorr is a founding member of the Association of California Neurologists and a member of the Los Angeles County Society of Neurology and Psychiatry.
Education & Board Certifications
- University of California, Davis, School of Medicine (MD, 1976)
- Residency at VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
Languages Spoken
About Neurology QME Evaluations
Neurology QME evaluations assess work-related neurological injuries including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, peripheral neuropathy, and nerve compression syndromes. The evaluating neurologist reviews medical records, performs a clinical examination, and provides opinions on causation, treatment needs, and permanent 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 Served Counties
Dr. Robert J Shorr serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Fresno County, Kern County, Ventura 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. Robert J Shorr evaluate as a QME?
A Neurology 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. Robert J Shorr's office located?
Dr. Robert J Shorr's office is located at 15400 SHERMAN WAY STE 170, Van Nuys, CA 91406. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 7 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Robert J Shorr's board certifications?
Dr. Robert J Shorr holds the following board certifications: Diplomate, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Robert J Shorr's education and training background?
Dr. Robert J Shorr's training includes: University of California, Davis, School of Medicine (MD, 1976); Residency at VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in neurology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Robert J Shorr have?
Dr. Robert J Shorr has approximately 49 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified neurology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Robert J Shorr serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Robert J Shorr is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Fresno County, Kern County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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