Dr. Bruce E. Fishman M.D.
Orthopedist
16661 Ventura Blvd Suite 108 Los Angeles California, 91436About
Doctor Fishman has provided orthopedic care and treatment to the community in Los Angeles for over 25 years. He also provides treatment for injured workers in Southern Calfornia and is on most of the Medical Provider Networks. Continuation of Certifications: Diplomate American Board of Clinical Orthopedic Surgery, Diplomate of the American Board of Preventive Medicine, Dilomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners, Board Certified Occupational Medicine, State of California X-Ray & Fluoroscopy Supervisor and Operator License from the Board of Medical Quality Assurance
Education and Training
Wayne State University
MD; Medical College of Wisconsin
MPH
Wayne State University School of Medicine 1979
Board Certification
Diplomate American Board of Clinical Orthopedic Surgery
Diplomate American Board of Preventive Medicine
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- State Appointed Qualified Medical Examiner; Certified Disability Impairment Evaluator; Certified Medical Review Officer; Department of Health Services, State of California X-ray & Fluoroscopy Supervisor and Operator License -
- Lecturer, Orthopedic WPI Rating Controversies under Almaraz/Guzman Decision, California Society of Industrial Medicine and Surgery, Raising the Bar, 2008; Rating Complex Orthopedic Injuries under Alamaraz/Guzman, California Workers Compensation Associatio -
- Occupational Orthopedic Medical CME Conferences -
Awards
- Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Society
- National Honor Medical Society
- Excellence in Academic and Clinical Achievement
- Distinction in Medicine Award for 25 Years of Medical Service to the Community, Wayne State University, 2004
- Guide to America's Top Orthopedists, Consumer Research Council of America, 2011
- Henry Ford Hospital Orthopedic Surgical Research Grant, 1981
- Awarded the Exceptional Accomplishment in Psychology Superior Academic Performance, Wayne State University
Treatments
- General orthopedic surgery.
Fellowships
- Sinai Hospital (Cardiothoracic Surgery)
Professional Society Memberships
- California Orthopedic Association, International Spinal Injection Society, American College of Sports Medicine, American College of Occupational & Environmental Medicine
What do you attribute your success to?
Perseverance. All goals can be attained with persistence and an eye on the target to be reached. Everyone can experience failure. Those with the tenacity to get back up after being knocked down, have what it takes to succeed.
Areas of research
Adult stem cell treatment of degenerative joint and spine disease. Henry Ford Hospital Orthopedic Surgical Research Grant, Mechanism of Injury in Calcaneal Fractures, 1981
Teaching and speaking
1) Orthopedic WPI rating controversies under Almaraz/Guzman decision. California Society of Industrial Medicine and Surgery.
2) Orthopedic Injury Analysis Utilizing the AME guidelines under the Almaraz/Guzman decision. California Orthopedic Association QME course.
3) Apportionment of Orthopedic work related permanent impairment/disability to non-occupational factors. County of Los Angeles, Workers Compensation Division.
Hobbies / Sports
- Scuba Diving, Black Belt in Karate
Areas of research
Adult stem cell treatment of degenerative joint and spine disease. Henry Ford Hospital Orthopedic Surgical Research Grant, Mechanism of Injury in Calcaneal Fractures, 1981
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