Dr. Jonathan Sukumar, DO
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
6851 LENNOX AVE STE 405, Van Nuys, CA 91405
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Santa Barbara County, Ventura County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. Jonathan Sukumar
Dr. Jonathan Vivek Sukumar, DO, is a board-certified physiatrist practicing in Ventura, CA. He is affiliated with Ventura County Medical Center and Dignity Health. His clinical interests include traumatic and non-traumatic brain injury, concussion management, stroke rehabilitation, spasticity management, and neuro-musculoskeletal rehabilitation. He also treats arthritis, spinal stenosis, spondylosis, and rotator cuff injuries.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS in Biology, University of California Riverside
- MS in Medical Health Sciences, Touro University
- DO, Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Residency in Internal Medicine, Elmhurst Hospital, New York
- Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital (Northwestern University Medicine)
- Fellowship in Brain Injury Medicine, Mount Sinai Hospital, New York
About Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation QME Evaluations
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) QME evaluations assess functional recovery and residual disability from musculoskeletal and neurological workplace injuries. The physiatrist focuses on rehabilitation potential, functional capacity, and the need for ongoing physical therapy or assistive devices.
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. Jonathan Sukumar serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Santa Barbara 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. Jonathan Sukumar evaluate as a QME?
A Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 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. Jonathan Sukumar's office located?
Dr. Jonathan Sukumar's office is located at 6851 LENNOX AVE STE 405, Van Nuys, CA 91405. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Jonathan Sukumar's board certifications?
Dr. Jonathan Sukumar holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Board Certified in Brain Injury Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Jonathan Sukumar's education and training background?
Dr. Jonathan Sukumar's training includes: BS in Biology, University of California Riverside; MS in Medical Health Sciences, Touro University; DO, Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine; Residency in Internal Medicine, Elmhurst Hospital, New York; Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital (Northwestern University Medicine); Fellowship in Brain Injury Medicine, Mount Sinai Hospital, New York. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in physical medicine & rehabilitation workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Jonathan Sukumar have?
Dr. Jonathan Sukumar has approximately 10 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified physical medicine & rehabilitation physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Jonathan Sukumar serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Jonathan Sukumar is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Santa Barbara County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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