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Dr. Christopher A Zahiri, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Office Address

1015 GAYLEY AVE STE 101, Los Angeles, CA 90024

Counties Served

Los Angeles County

Credential

MD — QME Certified

About Dr. Christopher A Zahiri

Dr. Christopher A. Zahiri, MD is a board-certified orthopaedic hand and upper extremity surgery specialist practicing in Beverly Hills, CA with over 30 years of experience. He practices at the International Orthopedic Center for Joint Disorders, treating conditions including De Quervain's disease, hand and finger fractures, limb pain, and rotator cuff tears. He is the son of Dr. Hormoz Zahiri and practices at the same Beverly Hills location.

Education & Board Certifications

  • M.D., George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences, 1995
Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery

Languages Spoken

English Spanish

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. Christopher A Zahiri 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. Christopher A Zahiri 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. Christopher A Zahiri's office located?

Dr. Christopher A Zahiri's office is located at 1015 GAYLEY AVE STE 101, Los Angeles, CA 90024. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.

What are Dr. Christopher A Zahiri's board certifications?

Dr. Christopher A Zahiri holds the following board certifications: Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.

What is Dr. Christopher A Zahiri's education and training background?

Dr. Christopher A Zahiri's training includes: M.D., George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences, 1995. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.

How many years of experience does Dr. Christopher A Zahiri have?

Dr. Christopher A Zahiri has approximately 31 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. Christopher A Zahiri speak?

Dr. Christopher A Zahiri speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.

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