Dr. Shahan V Yacoubian, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
5455 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 1703, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Shahan V Yacoubian
Dr. Shahan Vahe Yacoubian, MD is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgery (joint replacement) in Burbank, California, with over 25 years of experience. He is fellowship-trained in adult hip and knee replacement and reconstructive surgery at Harvard Medical School's Brigham & Women's Hospital, and is the only fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon at Providence St. Joseph Hospital focusing on joint replacements. Dr. Yacoubian has been appointed Chair of the Department of Surgery at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center. He specializes in primary joint replacement, complex revision surgery, cartilage preservation procedures (ACI), osteotomies, partial knee replacements, and fracture surgery using minimally invasive techniques.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, 2000
- Internship, Albert Einstein College of Medicine / Montefiore Medical Center
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Albert Einstein College of Medicine / Montefiore Medical Center
- Fellowship, Adult Reconstruction/Arthroplasty, Harvard Medical School / Brigham & Women's Hospital
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 Served Counties
Dr. Shahan V Yacoubian serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino 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. Shahan V Yacoubian 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. Shahan V Yacoubian's office located?
Dr. Shahan V Yacoubian's office is located at 5455 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 1703, Los Angeles, CA 90036. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Shahan V Yacoubian's board certifications?
Dr. Shahan V Yacoubian holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty, Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Shahan V Yacoubian's education and training background?
Dr. Shahan V Yacoubian's training includes: MD, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, 2000; Internship, Albert Einstein College of Medicine / Montefiore Medical Center; Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Albert Einstein College of Medicine / Montefiore Medical Center; Fellowship, Adult Reconstruction/Arthroplasty, Harvard Medical School / Brigham & Women's Hospital. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Shahan V Yacoubian have?
Dr. Shahan V Yacoubian has approximately 25 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.
What languages does Dr. Shahan V Yacoubian speak?
Dr. Shahan V Yacoubian speaks English and Armenian and French and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Shahan V Yacoubian serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Shahan V Yacoubian is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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