Rene Nevarez, DC, QME
SIBTF Evaluator
Where Expertise Meets Integrity in Every Patient Care and Legal Evaluation
About Rene Nevarez, DC, QME
The Guardian Group, LLC Appoints Dr. Rene Nevarez as Chief Clinical Officer and Director of Med-Legal Reporting
Dr. Rene Nevarez earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Southern California University of
Health Sciences in 2007. She became a Qualified Medical Evaluator and holds board certifications as an
Orthopedic Technologist (2019) and is an Orthopedic Physician Extender-Surgery Certified (2024).
As the leader of the Guardian Group’s SIBTF division, Dr. Nevarez oversees a team of board-certified
medical evaluators and certified physicians, ensuring the delivery of accurate, high- quality medical
reviews and SIB examinations. She also drives rigorous medical research to develop comprehensive,
evidence-based cases that strengthen each evaluation with every report adhering to the highest
standards of accuracy and reliability.
In addition, Dr. Nevarez is the founder and CEO of Nevarez Chiropractic and Wellness Corp., a healthcare
practice devoted to providing holistic, patient-centered chiropractic care. By combining advanced
techniques with personalized treatment plans, she focuses on enhancing balance, mobility, and overall
wellness within a supportive and healing environment.
This appointment underscores The Guardian Group’s continued dedication to advancing the
quality and precision of its medical-legal evaluation services. Dr. Nevarez brings extensive
expertise in clinical practice and legal reporting, positioning the company to further enhance its
capacity to deliver accurate, reliable evaluations in complex legal cases. Her leadership will play
a critical role in ensuring the firm’s commitment to excellence and efficiency in every aspect of
its operations.
Areas of Expertise
SIBTF (Subsequent Injuries Benefit Trust Fund) Specialist
Expertise in combined disability evaluations for injured workers.
Qualified Medical Evaluations (QME)
Accurate and trusted medical-legal assessments.
Medical-Legal Reporting
High-quality, precise evaluations for legal and insurance purposes.
Workplace Injury Rehabilitation
Focused care to help patients recover and return to their daily lives.
- BS, Human Biology
Cleveland College Los Angeles, CA (2002-2004) - Doctor of Chiropractic Degree
Southern California University of Health Science Whittier, CA (2004-2007) - CPR/AED Certification
Los Angeles, CA (2007) - Qualified Medical Evaluator
Los Angeles, CA (2012) - Orthopaedic Technologist (OT-C)
Los Angeles, CA BOARD CERTIFICATION (2019) - Orthopaedic Physician Extender (OPE-SC)
Los Angeles, CA BOARD CERTIFICATION (2024)
- Advanced Chiro-Rehab
Associate Doctor (2007 – 2009) - Nevarez Chiropractic Corp
Chiropractor/Owner (2008 – Present) - Comprehensive Industrial Disability Management
Initial Clinical Reviewer-virtual (2008 – 2010) - Urgent Orthopaedic Care, Vlad Gendelman, M.D., FAAOS, QME
Lead Clinician, Physician Extender (2010 – Present) - Medical Legal Experts
Director of Education (2020 – 2023) - The Guardian Group
Chief Clinical Officer, Director of Medical Legal Reporting (2024 – Present)
- Member of the American Chiropractic Association
Council on Occupational Health, Council on Chiropractic Orthopedics. - Qualified Medical Evaluator for the State of California since 2012
- Member of National Board of Orthopaedic Technologists
- Member of National Board for Certification in Orthopedic Specialists
Unsure about SIBTF evaluations, QME examinations, medical-legal reporting, or chiropractic care?
Dr. Nevarez offers compassionate, expert guidance and support.
Out of 5
What My Clients Say
Professional and Compassionate
“Dr. Nevarez helped me navigate my SIBTF claim with incredible professionalism. Her thorough evaluation and clear reports made a huge difference. I felt supported every step of the way!”
Gianna Irvin
The Right Choice for SIBTF
“Dr. Nevarez combines medical expertise with legal knowledge. Her evaluations were precise, and his team ensured I understood every part of my case. Highly recommend!”
John Oliver
Pain Relief and Expertise
“I was suffering from chronic back pain, but Dr. Nevarez’s chiropractic care changed everything. She helped me regain mobility and feel like myself again.”