Dr. Boris Zaks, MD
Dermatology
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Office Address
155 W WASHINGTON BLVD STE 516, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Boris Zaks
Dr. Boris Zaks is a board-certified dermatologist and Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) with over 25 years of clinical experience, practicing in Beverly Hills and the greater Los Angeles, California area. He graduated summa cum laude from UCLA at age 19 and earned his medical degree with highest honors from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, subsequently completing his dermatology residency at Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science where he served as Chief Resident. Dr. Zaks is recognized as both a clinical dermatologist and dermatology expert witness, providing authoritative workers' compensation evaluations for occupational skin disorders, chemical exposures, and complex dermatologic injuries.
Education & Board Certifications
- University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), BS Biology (Summa Cum Laude)
- David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, MD (Highest Honors), 1998
- Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science/MLK, Dermatology Residency (Chief Resident), 2002
Languages Spoken
About Dermatology QME Evaluations
Dermatology QME evaluations address skin conditions caused by workplace chemical exposures, irritants, and allergens, including contact dermatitis, occupational eczema, and chemical burns. The evaluating dermatologist determines causation and permanent disfigurement or 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 Los Angeles County
Dr. Boris Zaks 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. Boris Zaks evaluate as a QME?
A Dermatology 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. Boris Zaks's office located?
Dr. Boris Zaks's office is located at 155 W WASHINGTON BLVD STE 516, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Boris Zaks's board certifications?
Dr. Boris Zaks holds the following board certifications: American Board of Dermatology (since 2002). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Boris Zaks's education and training background?
Dr. Boris Zaks's training includes: University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), BS Biology (Summa Cum Laude); David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, MD (Highest Honors), 1998; Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science/MLK, Dermatology Residency (Chief Resident), 2002. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in dermatology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Boris Zaks have?
Dr. Boris Zaks has approximately 26 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified dermatology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Boris Zaks speak?
Dr. Boris Zaks speaks English and Russian. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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