Dr. Emily J Todd, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
6851 LENNOX AVE STE 405, Van Nuys, CA 91405
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Sacramento County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Emily J Todd
Dr. Emily Josephine Todd is a board-certified psychiatrist, QME, and researcher holding both MD and PhD degrees. She is available for PQMEs, AMEs, and Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) at multiple locations throughout California. She currently practices at Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center as a staff child & adolescent psychiatrist and runs Santa Monica Child Psychiatry, a private practice.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS in Biology, Hope College
- PhD in Molecular Neuroscience, Vanderbilt University
- MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
- Residency in Adult Psychiatry, UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior
- Fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior
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About Psychiatry QME Evaluations
Psychiatry QME evaluations address psychological and psychiatric injuries arising from workplace events, including post-traumatic stress disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and adjustment disorders. The evaluating psychiatrist assesses mental health causation, treatment needs, and work capacity limitations.
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. Emily J Todd serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Sacramento 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. Emily J Todd evaluate as a QME?
A Psychiatry 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. Emily J Todd's office located?
Dr. Emily J Todd's office is located at 6851 LENNOX AVE STE 405, Van Nuys, CA 91405. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Emily J Todd's board certifications?
Dr. Emily J Todd holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Psychiatry (ABPN), Board Certified in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (ABPN), Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Emily J Todd's education and training background?
Dr. Emily J Todd's training includes: BS in Biology, Hope College; PhD in Molecular Neuroscience, Vanderbilt University; MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine; Residency in Adult Psychiatry, UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior; Fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Emily J Todd have?
Dr. Emily J Todd has approximately 10 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified psychiatry physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Emily J Todd serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Emily J Todd is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Sacramento County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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