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Specialties
Anatomical
Arm, Elbow, Foot and Ankle, Hand and Wrist, Hip, Knee, Low Back, Neck, Shoulder, Spine
Treatment
Arthroscopic Surgery, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, Trauma/Fractures, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Ligament Reconstruction, Work-Related Injuries
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My approach to treating patients
I believe that successful treatment requires a partnership between the patient and the physician. I look to educate my patients, encourage many questions and take the time to answer all questions about every aspect of their treatment. While some orthopedic injuries are best treated with surgery, many orthopedic problems can be solved with non-operative or minimally invasive measures. Whether you are a weekend warrior or an elite athlete, my goal is to provide you with the appropriate individualized treatment program that will allow you to return to a healthy active lifestyle.
BIOGRAPHY
Alexander Raskin, M.D. is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, who dedicates his practice to Sports Medicine, specializing in Arthroscopic and Reconstructive surgery of the Shoulder, Knee, Elbow, Ankle, Hand, and Hip. He also has extensive experience with Shoulder, Hip, and Knee Joint Replacement.
Dr. Raskin graduated with honors from Stanford University and subsequently graduated at the top of his class from Albert Einstein School of Medicine in New York where he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha, the national medical honor society.
Following his residency training in orthopedic surgery at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center and affiliated hospitals such as Shriners Hospital for Children, Wadsworth V.A., and Orthopedic Hospital, Dr. Raskin completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy at UCLA Medical Center. He then entered private practice, but continues to teach and do research.
Dr. Raskin is a Qualified Medical Examiner (Q.M.E.) for the State of California, as well as an Independent Medical Examiner (I.M.E.) and frequently serves as an Agreed Medical Examiner (A.M.E) and expert witness. (Please see the "MED-LEGAL" section below for information about Dr. Raskin's med-legal qualifications.)
Dr. Raskin is an Assistant Clinical Professor at the UCLA Department of Orthopedic Surgery where he teaches orthopedic surgery residents from UCLA and Harbor-UCLA Medical Centers. Dr. Raskin is also an Attending Physician and the Sports Medicine and Knee Injury Consultant for Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to his clinical duties, Dr. Raskin has provided team physician services to professional, college and high school teams. He has worked with the NBA Summer Pro League, and served as a clinical instructor and a sports medicine fellow with the UCLA football, UCLA volleyball, UCLA baseball, UCLA basketball, UCLA soccer, UCLA gymnastics, and UCLA golf teams. He has also served as team physician to the California State University Northridge Athletic Program as well as the Pacific Palisades High School football team.
He has published numerous scientific journal articles and has given many presentations on subjects such as arthroscopic treatment of knee, shoulder, and ankle injuries. Dr. Raskin has presented many scientific papers and is frequently invited to speak at various orthopedic meetings.
He is an official spokesman for the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and, since 2004, has been selected annually as a Top Orthopedist in the Nation by the Consumer Research Council of America. Further, he has been recognized as Southern California's "Super Doctor," by other physicians in the January 2010, 2011, 2012 and the upcoming 2013 issues of Los Angeles Magazine, an honor reserved for the top five percent of physicians based on peer nominations, panel reviews and independent research.
He has also been featured in Sports Illustrated, Esquire, Men's Journal and AARP Magazine, among other publications.
In 2009, Dr. Raskin was named Senior Consultant for the State of California to the Physicians' Council for Responsible Reform, providing input to members of the United States Congress during their deliberations of the Obama Administration's efforts to reform health care.
He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Raskin is a member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), the California Orthopedic Association and has served as the President of the Harbor-UCLA Orthopedic Surgery Alumni Association.
In his free time, Dr. Raskin enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, biking and playing basketball. But, most of his exercise comes from trying to keep-up with his two little boys.
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MED-LEGAL
Dr. Alexander Raskin has over a decade of experience as an orthopedic surgeon and has performed thousands of surgeries and medical legal evaluations.
Dr. Raskin has the necessary background, knowledge of the applicable law, and experience to help both applicant and defense resolve all matters in dispute.
He is readily familiar with SB 899, AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, and Occupational Medicine Practice Guidelines of ACOEM.
Initial appointments and consultations for work-related injuries take a minimum of two hours, during which time a complete interview and examination are performed.
Dr. Raskin personally interviews and examines the patient, reviews the records and prepares all reports.
Reports are prepared in a timely fashion, carefully reviewed for quality and content, address all the issues raised in referral letters, are available within days and used successfully to conclude disputes.
Please contact the office (818) 788-6784 and speak with either Raisa or Rosie to schedule an evaluation. We look forward to working with you.
CONTACT INFORMATION
PHYSICAL THERAPY
APPOINTMENT TIMES
Early morning, late evening and Saturday appointments for physical therapy are available for your convenience. Dr. Raskin's office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We do our best to accommodate same day appointments.
DIGITAL IMAGING
We provide on-site, state-of-the-art, digital imaging technology (x-ray and ultrasound). Our offices are entirely digital offering faster, safer and more comprehensive digital radiography. Digital radiography uses lower doses of radiation compared to conventional x-ray and is more environmentally friendly because chemical processing is eliminated and viewing screens are used rather than film.
ELECTRODIAGNOSTIC STUDIES
In addition to on-site diagnostic imaging and a state-of-the-art physical therapy department, including pilates, our complete range of clinical and therapeutic services includes Electromyography (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) Studies.
FIT FOR DUTY EXAMINATIONS (FFDE)
Dr. Raskin conducts comprehensive Fit for Duty Evaluations directed toward determining the worker's ability to return to his/her job. Specific functional capabilities, e.g., lifting and other material handling techniques are tested based on job-specific needs.
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