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Dr. Alexandra I Stavrakis, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Office Address

3004 WHITTIER BLVD, Los Angeles, CA 90023

Counties Served

Los Angeles County, Riverside County, Ventura County

Credential

MD — QME Certified

About Dr. Alexandra I Stavrakis

Dr. Alexandra I. Stavrakis is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee joint replacement and complex revision joint replacement at UCLA Health in Santa Monica, CA. She is an Assistant Professor-in-Residence of Orthopaedic Surgery at UCLA and serves as Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Los Angeles VA. She is also the UCLA Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Residency Program Director. Originally from Portland, Oregon, she has extensive experience in robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery.

Education & Board Certifications

  • BS, University of Southern California (undergraduate)
  • MD, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine
  • Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, UCLA (served as administrative chief resident)
  • Fellowship, Adult Reconstruction/Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), Cornell University
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Languages Spoken

English

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. Alexandra I 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. Alexandra I Stavrakis 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. Alexandra I Stavrakis's office located?

Dr. Alexandra I Stavrakis's office is located at 3004 WHITTIER BLVD, Los Angeles, CA 90023. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.

What are Dr. Alexandra I Stavrakis's board certifications?

Dr. Alexandra I Stavrakis holds the following board certifications: 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. Alexandra I Stavrakis's education and training background?

Dr. Alexandra I Stavrakis's training includes: BS, University of Southern California (undergraduate); MD, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine; Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, UCLA (served as administrative chief resident); Fellowship, Adult Reconstruction/Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), Cornell University. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.

How many years of experience does Dr. Alexandra I Stavrakis have?

Dr. Alexandra I Stavrakis has approximately 14 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. Alexandra I Stavrakis serve for QME evaluations?

Dr. Alexandra I 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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