Dr. Edward Rustamzadeh, MD

I feel incredibly lucky to have been referred to Dr. Edward Rustamzadeh through my workers’ comp case nurse. My injury dates back to 2023, and by the time I saw him, I’d consulted nearly a dozen doctors with little real progress or relief.I drove over 4 hours to San Jose for the initial consultation, and it was worth every mile. For the first time in this long process, a doctor truly listened to me. Dr. Rustamzadeh performed specific tests, confidently identified my SI joint as a major source of pain, and clearly explained his recommendations. When the workers’ comp panel denied the procedure (as they’ve denied so much else), he didn’t give up—he did a peer-to-peer review and got it approved. He was the first and only doctor in this entire ordeal to not only hear me but immediately advocate and push back against the denial. That level of dedication was truly eye-opening.Surgery day went smoothly. The hospital was excellent, the staff treated me with great care, and it’s obvious the t