Dr. Stephan Simonian, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
1414 S GRAND AVE STE 270, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Kern County, Tulare County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Stephan Simonian
Dr. Stephan Simonian is a psychiatrist specializing in child and adolescent psychiatry, practicing in Glendale, California. He has been in practice for over 40 years and has expertise in treating bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety disorders. He is affiliated with Adventist Health Glendale and Glendale Memorial Hospital.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences, 1974
- Residency, Psychiatry, New York Medical College (Metropolitan), 1977-1981
- Fellowship, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, New York Medical College (Metropolitan), 1982-1984
Languages Spoken
About Psychiatry QME Evaluations
Psychiatry QME evaluations address psychological and psychiatric injuries arising from workplace events, including post-traumatic stress disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and adjustment disorders. The evaluating psychiatrist assesses mental health causation, treatment needs, and work capacity limitations.
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. Stephan Simonian serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Kern County, Tulare 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. Stephan Simonian evaluate as a QME?
A Psychiatry 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. Stephan Simonian's office located?
Dr. Stephan Simonian's office is located at 1414 S GRAND AVE STE 270, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Stephan Simonian's board certifications?
Dr. Stephan Simonian holds the following board certifications: Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Stephan Simonian's education and training background?
Dr. Stephan Simonian's training includes: MD, George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences, 1974; Residency, Psychiatry, New York Medical College (Metropolitan), 1977-1981; Fellowship, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, New York Medical College (Metropolitan), 1982-1984. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Stephan Simonian have?
Dr. Stephan Simonian has approximately 45 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified psychiatry physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Stephan Simonian speak?
Dr. Stephan Simonian speaks English and Armenian. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Stephan Simonian serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Stephan Simonian is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Kern County, Tulare County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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