Dr. Arezou Yaghoubian, MD
Surgery
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Office Address
420 E 3RD ST STE 809, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Arezou Yaghoubian
Dr. Arezou Yaghoubian is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Los Angeles, California. She is a Clinical Instructor at Olive View-UCLA Medical Center and maintains a private practice, AESTHETICA LA, with locations in Tarzana and West Hills. She has co-authored nearly 50 manuscripts and book chapters and was named a Super Doctor Rising Star in 2017. She has participated in international surgical missions for cleft lip and palate repair in Guatemala.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
- Residency in General Surgery, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (Chief Resident of the Year, Teacher of the Year)
- Fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, UCLA Medical Center
- Fellowship in Orthopedic Hand and Microsurgery, UCLA Medical Center
Languages Spoken
About Surgery QME Evaluations
General Surgery QME evaluations assess post-surgical outcomes and complications from workplace injuries requiring surgical intervention, including abdominal trauma, hernia repair, and vascular injuries. The evaluating surgeon determines whether surgical outcomes are consistent with the industrial injury and rates residual impairment.
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. Arezou Yaghoubian serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange 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. Arezou Yaghoubian evaluate as a QME?
A 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. Arezou Yaghoubian's office located?
Dr. Arezou Yaghoubian's office is located at 420 E 3RD ST STE 809, Los Angeles, CA 90013. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Arezou Yaghoubian's board certifications?
Dr. Arezou Yaghoubian holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Plastic Surgery, Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Arezou Yaghoubian's education and training background?
Dr. Arezou Yaghoubian's training includes: MD, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA; Residency in General Surgery, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (Chief Resident of the Year, Teacher of the Year); Fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, UCLA Medical Center; Fellowship in Orthopedic Hand and Microsurgery, UCLA Medical Center. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Arezou Yaghoubian have?
Dr. Arezou Yaghoubian has approximately 17 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Arezou Yaghoubian speak?
Dr. Arezou Yaghoubian speaks English and Farsi and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Arezou Yaghoubian serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Arezou Yaghoubian is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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