Dr. Demetrios Stavrakis, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
319 S BRAND BLVD, Glendale, CA 91204
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Riverside County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Demetrios Stavrakis
Dr. Demetrios Stavrakis is a board-certified gastroenterologist and internist who serves as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) for workers' compensation cases in the Glendale and greater Los Angeles area of California. A UCLA faculty physician, Dr. Stavrakis graduated magna cum laude from UCLA before earning his medical degree from UC Irvine School of Medicine and completing advanced fellowship training at the University of Arizona. His expertise in internal medicine and gastrointestinal disorders makes him a valued QME resource for workers' comp evaluations in Glendale, California.
Education & Board Certifications
- B.S., Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology, UCLA (magna cum laude, departmental honors)
- M.D., UC Irvine School of Medicine
- Residency, Internal Medicine, University of Arizona
- Fellowship, Gastroenterology, University of Arizona (Chief Fellow)
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About Internal Medicine QME Evaluations
Internal Medicine QME evaluations cover a broad range of systemic conditions caused or aggravated by workplace exposures, including hypertension, diabetes complications, gastrointestinal disorders, and infectious diseases. The evaluating internist provides opinions on how occupational factors contributed to the condition.
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. Demetrios Stavrakis serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Riverside 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. Demetrios Stavrakis evaluate as a QME?
A Internal Medicine 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. Demetrios Stavrakis's office located?
Dr. Demetrios Stavrakis's office is located at 319 S BRAND BLVD, Glendale, CA 91204. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Demetrios Stavrakis's board certifications?
Dr. Demetrios Stavrakis holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology, California QME - Qualified Medical Evaluator. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Demetrios Stavrakis's education and training background?
Dr. Demetrios Stavrakis's training includes: B.S., Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology, UCLA (magna cum laude, departmental honors); M.D., UC Irvine School of Medicine; Residency, Internal Medicine, University of Arizona; Fellowship, Gastroenterology, University of Arizona (Chief Fellow). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Demetrios Stavrakis have?
Dr. Demetrios Stavrakis has approximately 8 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified internal medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Demetrios Stavrakis serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Demetrios Stavrakis is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Riverside County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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