Dr. Shahram S Solhpour, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
4721 SOUTH BROADWAY BLVD, Los Angeles, CA 90037
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Shahram S Solhpour
Dr. Shahram (Shawn) Solhpour is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon in Fullerton, CA, recognized as one of Southern California's top orthopedic surgeons. He specializes in knee and shoulder conditions including all-inside ACL and PCL reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, shoulder instability procedures, and advanced knee replacement (partial, dual compartment, and custom). He is one of the few orthopedic surgeons formally trained in knee cartilage restoration and cartilage transplantation. He has repeatedly won the Patients' Choice Award for near-perfect patient satisfaction scores.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Boston University School of Medicine
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Harvard
- Fellowship, Biological Joint Reconstruction, Brigham & Women's Hospital / Harvard Medical School
- Fellowship, Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
- Fellowship, Trauma, Massachusetts General Hospital / Harvard Medical School
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. Shahram S Solhpour serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino 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. Shahram S Solhpour 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. Shahram S Solhpour's office located?
Dr. Shahram S Solhpour's office is located at 4721 SOUTH BROADWAY BLVD, Los Angeles, CA 90037. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Shahram S Solhpour's board certifications?
Dr. Shahram S Solhpour holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Shahram S Solhpour's education and training background?
Dr. Shahram S Solhpour's training includes: MD, Boston University School of Medicine; Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Harvard; Fellowship, Biological Joint Reconstruction, Brigham & Women's Hospital / Harvard Medical School; Fellowship, Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center; Fellowship, Trauma, Massachusetts General Hospital / Harvard Medical School. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Shahram S Solhpour have?
Dr. Shahram S Solhpour has approximately 21 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. Shahram S Solhpour serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Shahram S Solhpour is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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