Dr. Lakshmanan Sivasundaram, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
14624 SHERMAN WAY STE 207, Van Nuys, CA 91405
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Lakshmanan Sivasundaram
Dr. Lakshmanan (Lucky) Sivasundaram is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist practicing in Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, and Camarillo, California, with Ventura Orthopedics. He graduated cum laude from UCLA with a degree in Neuroscience and earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at USC, where he was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha and graduated with a Distinction in Research. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center and a fellowship in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. During his fellowship, he served as assistant team physician for the Chicago Bulls and Chicago White Sox. He is a Qualified Medical Examiner for the State of California and has authored over 100 scientific manuscripts and textbook chapters, earning recognition as a Doximity Top 10% Most Cited and Most Published Clinician.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Neuroscience, UCLA (cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa)
- MD, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California (Alpha Omega Alpha, Distinction in Research)
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
- Fellowship, Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago
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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 Served Counties
Dr. Lakshmanan Sivasundaram serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles 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. Lakshmanan Sivasundaram 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. Lakshmanan Sivasundaram's office located?
Dr. Lakshmanan Sivasundaram's office is located at 14624 SHERMAN WAY STE 207, Van Nuys, CA 91405. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Lakshmanan Sivasundaram's board certifications?
Dr. Lakshmanan Sivasundaram holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Qualified Medical Examiner (QME), State of California. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Lakshmanan Sivasundaram's education and training background?
Dr. Lakshmanan Sivasundaram's training includes: BS, Neuroscience, UCLA (cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa); MD, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California (Alpha Omega Alpha, Distinction in Research); Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center; Fellowship, Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Lakshmanan Sivasundaram have?
Dr. Lakshmanan Sivasundaram has approximately 8 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.
Which counties does Dr. Lakshmanan Sivasundaram serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Lakshmanan Sivasundaram is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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