Dr. Domenick J Sisto, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
4955 VAN NUYS BLVD STE 615, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403-1839
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Domenick J Sisto
Dr. Domenick J. Sisto is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sherman Oaks, California, at the Los Angeles Orthopaedic Institute (LAOI). He earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine in 1975 and completed a general surgery internship at Yale-New Haven Hospital followed by an orthopaedic residency at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City (1980-1984). He then completed a fellowship in sports medicine at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles. Dr. Sisto is a respected authority on the treatment of the knee and shoulder, having pioneered a non-surgical treatment regimen used at LAOI. His groundbreaking clinical research has formed the basis for numerous contributions to peer-reviewed journals and books. He also serves as the orthopedic surgeon for CSUN Athletics.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, University of Vermont
- MD, George Washington University School of Medicine (1975)
- Internship, General Surgery, Yale-New Haven Hospital
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York City (1980-1984)
- Fellowship, Sports Medicine, Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, Los Angeles
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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. Domenick J Sisto 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. Domenick J Sisto 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. Domenick J Sisto's office located?
Dr. Domenick J Sisto's office is located at 4955 VAN NUYS BLVD STE 615, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403-1839. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Domenick J Sisto's board certifications?
Dr. Domenick J Sisto holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 1990). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Domenick J Sisto's education and training background?
Dr. Domenick J Sisto's training includes: BS, University of Vermont; MD, George Washington University School of Medicine (1975); Internship, General Surgery, Yale-New Haven Hospital; Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York City (1980-1984); Fellowship, Sports Medicine, Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, Los Angeles. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Domenick J Sisto have?
Dr. Domenick J Sisto has approximately 49 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.
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