Dr. Arash Yaghoobian, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
1625 W OLYMPIC BLVD STE M100, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Arash Yaghoobian
Dr. Arash Yaghoobian is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and fellowship-trained spinal surgeon practicing in Sherman Oaks, California. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and specializes in the treatment of spinal disorders. Dr. Yaghoobian has over 20 years of experience and practices at Synapse Orthopedic Group with additional office locations in Paramount, Anaheim, and the greater Los Angeles area.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (2005)
- Surgical Internship, Montefiore Medical Center/Jacobi Trauma Hospital (2005-2006)
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center/Jacobi Trauma Hospital (2006-2010)
- Fellowship, Spinal Surgery, Beth Israel Medical Center (2010-2011)
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 Los Angeles County
Dr. Arash Yaghoobian serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles 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. Arash Yaghoobian 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. Arash Yaghoobian's office located?
Dr. Arash Yaghoobian's office is located at 1625 W OLYMPIC BLVD STE M100, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Arash Yaghoobian's board certifications?
Dr. Arash Yaghoobian holds the following board certifications: Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Fellowship Trained, Spinal Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Arash Yaghoobian's education and training background?
Dr. Arash Yaghoobian's training includes: MD, Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (2005); Surgical Internship, Montefiore Medical Center/Jacobi Trauma Hospital (2005-2006); Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center/Jacobi Trauma Hospital (2006-2010); Fellowship, Spinal Surgery, Beth Israel Medical Center (2010-2011). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Arash Yaghoobian have?
Dr. Arash Yaghoobian has approximately 20 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. Arash Yaghoobian speak?
Dr. Arash Yaghoobian speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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