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. Since then, she has built a career defined by excellence, precision, and compassion. In 2012, she became a Qualified Medical Evaluator, and later, she achieved board certifications as an Orthopedic Technologist (2019) and Orthopedic Physician Extender – Surgery Certified (2024). Moreover, her dedication to continuous learning and professional development has shaped her into a trusted authority within the med-legal community. As a result, she continues to raise the standards of quality and reliability in medical-legal reporting across California.
Leadership in Medical-Legal Reporting
As the leader of The Guardian Group’s SIBTF division, Dr. Nevarez oversees a team of board-certified medical evaluators and physicians. In this role, she ensures the delivery of accurate, high-quality medical reviews and SIB examinations. Furthermore, she emphasizes clear communication, evidence-based assessments, and collaboration among evaluators. Consequently, every report adheres to the highest standards of accuracy, reliability, and fairness.
Commitment to Quality and Innovation
In addition, Dr. Nevarez drives ongoing research and process improvements within The Guardian Group. Therefore, she ensures that each evaluation reflects the most current medical guidelines and legal reporting standards. Through her leadership, the company continues to innovate, adopt advanced systems, and maintain its reputation for precision and integrity. As a result, her work directly supports physicians, attorneys, and patients who depend on trustworthy evaluations.
Founder of Nevarez Chiropractic and Wellness Corp.
Beyond her leadership role, Dr. Nevarez is the founder and CEO of Nevarez Chiropractic and Wellness Corp. Through this practice, she continues to provide holistic, patient-centered care grounded in evidence-based chiropractic methods. By combining advanced techniques with personalized treatment plans, she helps patients improve mobility, balance, and overall wellness. Moreover, her focus on compassionate, integrative care allows her to bridge her clinical expertise with her med-legal experience. In doing so, she ensures that both her patients and her professional peers benefit from her commitment to quality and care. Ultimately, her dual focus on patient wellness and medical-legal excellence defines her approach to leadership and practice.
Commitment to Excellence
This appointment underscores The Guardian Group’s continued dedication to advancing the precision of its medical-legal evaluations. Therefore, Dr. Nevarez’s leadership strengthens the organization’s capacity to deliver accurate, defensible reports in complex legal cases. As a result, her contributions further enhance operational efficiency and uphold the company’s reputation for excellence. Finally, her expertise ensures that every evaluation meets the highest professional and ethical standards.
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
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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.”