Dr. Fayegh Vakili, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
999 N TUSTIN AVE STE 124, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone
Counties Served
Orange County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Fayegh Vakili
Dr. Fayegh Vakili is an orthopedic surgeon in Hawthorne, California, with over 20 years of experience specializing in sports medicine and orthopedic surgery. He treats conditions including arthritis, bursitis, and rotator cuff injuries, and is licensed to practice in California, Maryland, and New Jersey.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Tehran University of Medical Sciences School of Medicine
Languages Spoken
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 Orange County
Dr. Fayegh Vakili serves workers' compensation cases in Orange 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. Fayegh Vakili 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. Fayegh Vakili's office located?
Dr. Fayegh Vakili's office is located at 999 N TUSTIN AVE STE 124, Santa Ana, CA 92705. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Orange County.
What are Dr. Fayegh Vakili's board certifications?
Dr. Fayegh Vakili holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Fayegh Vakili's education and training background?
Dr. Fayegh Vakili's training includes: MD, Tehran University of Medical Sciences School of Medicine. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Fayegh Vakili have?
Dr. Fayegh Vakili has approximately 30 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.
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