OUR TEAM
Trusted Partner in SIBTF Medical-Legal Evaluations
At Exam Specialists Medical Group, we’re evolving with the changing needs of SIBTF cases across California.Our physician-led evaluators stay aligned with the latest best practices, ensuring thorough, reliable evaluations. Supported by our dedicated staff and convenient Regus locations statewide, we handle each case uniquely to ensure it aligns with each cases specific needs and the evolving standards of SIBTF.
Muskuloskeletal / Orthopedic
Dr. Larry Woodcox, DPM, DC, QME
Podiatric Medicine & Chiropractic
Dr. Joseph Ambrose, DC, QME
Chiropractic Care
Dr. Ishan Vest, DC, QME
Chiropractic Care
Dr. Mark Johnson DC, QME
Chiropractic Care
Dr. Debra Welshons-Cline DC, QME
Chiropractic Care
Dr. Jeffrey Mallock DC, QME
Chiropractic Care
Psychologist
Dr.Heather Martarella, PsyD
Health Psychology
Dr. Katrin Malakuti, PsyD
Clinical & Forensic Psychology
Dr. Charles Silverstein, PhD
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Christa Parks, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. James House, PhD
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Heidi Page PhD, QME
Consulting Psychologist
Dr. Emily Ziegler PsyD, QME
Psychologist
Dr. Curran Comerford, PsyD
Psychologist
Dr. Kamal Freiha PsyD, QME
Psychologist
Dr. Jeffrey Coker PsyD, QME
Psychologist
Internal Medicine
Dr.Miriam Shipp, MD, MPH
Preventive & Occupational Medicine
Dr. Robert Hidalgo MD
Anesthesiologist
Dr. Gregory Smith MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Richard Heimann MD
Anesthesiologist
Vocational Experts
Mark Alexander, MS
Vocational Counselor
Sara Abdrabou, CRC, MA
Vocational Counselor
Esther Carcamo CRC
Vocational Counselor
“Our evaluators go beyond surface-level assessments — using objective vocational testing and full-spectrum medical analysis to support accurate SIBTF determinations.”
Optometry, Dentistry, Neurology and Ophtalmology
Dr. Babak Kamkar OD, QME
Optometry
Dr. Charlie Hsieh DDS
Dentistry
Dr. Jacob Chodakiewitz MD, QME
Neurology
Dr. David Lazar MD, QME
Ophthalmologist
Our Providers
- Experienced in a wide range of workers’ compensation evaluations
- Clear, defensible, and detailed reports
- Flexible evaluation options, including telehealth and dental assessments
- Committed to helping attorneys navigate cases efficiently and confidently