Dr. Ari R Youderian, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
22 ODYSSEY STE 205, Irvine, CA 92618
Phone
Counties Served
Orange County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Ari R Youderian
Dr. Ari Youderian is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow surgery, with practices in Laguna Woods, Irvine, and Fountain Valley, California. He specializes in reverse and total shoulder replacement, fracture care, rotator cuff injuries, and complex reconstructions of the shoulder and elbow. Dr. Youderian holds an undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering from Northwestern University and completed his shoulder and elbow fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Biomedical Engineering, Northwestern University
- MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine (graduated with honors, 2006)
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago (2006-2011)
- Fellowship, Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Cleveland Clinic (2011-2012)
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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. Ari R Youderian 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. Ari R Youderian 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. Ari R Youderian's office located?
Dr. Ari R Youderian's office is located at 22 ODYSSEY STE 205, Irvine, CA 92618. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Orange County.
What are Dr. Ari R Youderian's board certifications?
Dr. Ari R Youderian 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. Ari R Youderian's education and training background?
Dr. Ari R Youderian's training includes: BS, Biomedical Engineering, Northwestern University; MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine (graduated with honors, 2006); Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago (2006-2011); Fellowship, Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Cleveland Clinic (2011-2012). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ari R Youderian have?
Dr. Ari R Youderian has approximately 14 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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