Dr. Charalampos Zalavras, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
6075 SOUTH VERMONT AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90044
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sacramento County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, San Luis Obispo County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Charalampos Zalavras
Dr. Charalampos Zalavras, MD is a Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, practicing at LAC+USC Medical Center in Los Angeles. He specializes in orthopaedic trauma, upper extremity surgery, infection, and osteonecrosis, and has published over 60 peer-reviewed manuscripts. He has received the Marshall R. Urist Award and the Scholar Award from the Association of Bone and Joint Surgeons, and has served as President of the Musculoskeletal Infection Society of North America.
Education & Board Certifications
- M.D., Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Medical School, 1991
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 Served Counties
Dr. Charalampos Zalavras serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sacramento County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, San Luis Obispo 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. Charalampos Zalavras 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. Charalampos Zalavras's office located?
Dr. Charalampos Zalavras's office is located at 6075 SOUTH VERMONT AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90044. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 9 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Charalampos Zalavras's board certifications?
Dr. Charalampos Zalavras holds the following board certifications: Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Trauma. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Charalampos Zalavras's education and training background?
Dr. Charalampos Zalavras's training includes: M.D., Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Medical School, 1991. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Charalampos Zalavras have?
Dr. Charalampos Zalavras has approximately 34 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. Charalampos Zalavras speak?
Dr. Charalampos Zalavras speaks English and Greek. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Charalampos Zalavras serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Charalampos Zalavras is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sacramento County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, San Luis Obispo County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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