Dr. Shawn Zardouz, MD
Neurology
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Office Address
1414 S GRAND AVE STE 270, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Shawn Zardouz
Dr. Shawn Zardouz is a double board-certified neurologist and pain medicine specialist practicing in Newport Beach, Riverside, and Los Angeles, California. He is one of approximately 400 physicians nationwide holding dual board certification in both neurology and pain medicine. Dr. Zardouz earned his medical degree from Wayne State University with distinction in biomedical research and completed his neurology residency and pain medicine fellowship at UC San Diego. He also serves as a medical-legal expert witness specializing in traumatic brain injury.
Education & Board Certifications
- B.A., Public Health, Johns Hopkins University
- M.D., Wayne State University School of Medicine (with distinction in biomedical research)
- Residency, Neurology, University of California San Diego (UCSD)
- Fellowship, Pain Medicine, University of California San Diego (UCSD)
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About Neurology QME Evaluations
Neurology QME evaluations assess work-related neurological injuries including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, peripheral neuropathy, and nerve compression syndromes. The evaluating neurologist reviews medical records, performs a clinical examination, and provides opinions on causation, treatment needs, and permanent 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. Shawn Zardouz serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside 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. Shawn Zardouz evaluate as a QME?
A Neurology 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. Shawn Zardouz's office located?
Dr. Shawn Zardouz's office is located at 1414 S GRAND AVE STE 270, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Shawn Zardouz's board certifications?
Dr. Shawn Zardouz holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Neurology, Board Certified in Pain Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Shawn Zardouz's education and training background?
Dr. Shawn Zardouz's training includes: B.A., Public Health, Johns Hopkins University; M.D., Wayne State University School of Medicine (with distinction in biomedical research); Residency, Neurology, University of California San Diego (UCSD); Fellowship, Pain Medicine, University of California San Diego (UCSD). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in neurology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Shawn Zardouz have?
Dr. Shawn Zardouz has approximately 12 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified neurology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Shawn Zardouz serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Shawn Zardouz is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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