Dr. Eli Ziv, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
4800 SO CENTRAL AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90011
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Diego County, San Bernardino County, Kern County, Santa Barbara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Eli Ziv
Dr. Eli T. Ziv, MD is an orthopaedic hand surgery specialist practicing in Sherman Oaks and Thousand Oaks, CA. He founded Valley Hand & Orthopaedic in 2015 after performing over 4,000 operations, primarily in hand and elbow surgery. A U.S. Army Reserve Major, he deployed to Afghanistan in 2014 as the sole orthopaedic surgeon on a Forward Surgical Team at Forward Operating Base Shank. He personally examines every patient without employing physician assistants and treats more than 90% of patients nonsurgically.
Education & Board Certifications
- B.S., Neuroscience, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
- M.D., University of California, Irvine (Alpha Omega Alpha)
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, USC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery (LA County-USC Medical Center, USC University Hospital, Children's Hospital Los Angeles)
- Hand Surgery Fellowship, NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York
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. Eli Ziv serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, San Bernardino County, Kern County, Santa Barbara 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. Eli Ziv 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. Eli Ziv's office located?
Dr. Eli Ziv's office is located at 4800 SO CENTRAL AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90011. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Eli Ziv's board certifications?
Dr. Eli Ziv 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. Eli Ziv's education and training background?
Dr. Eli Ziv's training includes: B.S., Neuroscience, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA); M.D., University of California, Irvine (Alpha Omega Alpha); Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, USC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery (LA County-USC Medical Center, USC University Hospital, Children's Hospital Los Angeles); Hand Surgery Fellowship, NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Eli Ziv have?
Dr. Eli Ziv has approximately 21 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.
Which counties does Dr. Eli Ziv serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Eli Ziv is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, San Bernardino County, Kern County, Santa Barbara County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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