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    MediFind found 18 doctor with experience in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak near Newport Beach, CA. Of these, 13 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

    Location:
    Newport Beach, CA, US
    18 providers found
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery

    Hoag Clinic

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (3.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Louis is a Neurosurgery specialist and a General Surgeon in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Louis and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Prolactinoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Radiology
    Radiology

    Newport Harbor Radiology Associates Medical Group Inc

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (3.5 mi)
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yingding Xu is a Radiologist in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Xu has been practicing medicine for over 12 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, Fibroadenoma, and Breast Lump.

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    Brain And Spine Surgeons Of Orange County A Medical Corporation

    3900 W Coast Hwy, Suite 300, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (3.6 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Duma is a Neurosurgery provider in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Duma and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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    3900 W Coast Hwy, Suite 300, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (3.6 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Dobkin is a Neurosurgery provider in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Dobkin and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
    Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery

    Head And Neck Associates Of Orange County An Incorprate

    Irvine, CA 
     (9.2 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Quang Luu is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon in Irvine, California. Dr. Luu and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Familial Deafness, Glossectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

    Otolaryngology
    Otolaryngology

    University Head And Neck Surgeons

    101 The City Dr S, Bldg 25, 
    Orange, CA 
     (12.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Kuan is an Otolaryngologist in Orange, California. Dr. Kuan and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Sinus Cancer, Sinusitis, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Endoscopy.

    Otolaryngology
    Otolaryngology

    University Head And Neck Surgeons

    101 The City Dr S, Bldg 25, 
    Orange, CA 
     (12.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hamid Djalilian is an Otolaryngologist in Orange, California. Dr. Djalilian and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Tinnitus, Facial Paralysis, Cholesteatoma, Myringotomy, and Mastoidectomy.

    Coast Neurosurgical Associates A Medical Group

    2888 Long Beach Blvd, Suite 240, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (23.0 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sheri Palejwala is a Neurosurgery provider in Long Beach, California. Dr. Palejwala and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. Her top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Osteotomy.

    1201 W La Veta Ave, 
    Orange, CA 
     (12.2 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aaron Yengo-Kahn is a Neurosurgery provider in Orange, California. Dr. Yengo-Kahn and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Choroid Plexus Cyst, Hydrocephalus, Thrombectomy, and Craniectomy.

    Neurosurgery
    Neurosurgery
    26732 Crown Valley Pkwy, Suite 541, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (12.3 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vikas Rao is a Neurosurgery provider in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Rao and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    26732 Crown Valley Pkwy, Suite 541, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (12.3 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Keun-young Kim is a Neurosurgery provider in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Kim and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Subdural Hematoma, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Regents Of The University Of California

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (12.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ahmed Mohyeldin is a Neurosurgery provider in Orange, California. Dr. Mohyeldin and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Hypothalamic Tumor, Pituitary Tumor, Brain Tumor, Endoscopy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Mohyeldin is currently accepting new patients.

    Neurosurgery
    Neurosurgery

    Regents Of The University Of California

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (12.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Frank Hsu is a Neurosurgery provider in Orange, California. Dr. Hsu and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Prolactinoma, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy.

    University Head And Neck Surgeons

    101 The City Dr S, Bldg 25, 
    Orange, CA 
     (12.7 mi)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Naveen Bhandarkar is an Otolaryngologist in Orange, California. Dr. Bhandarkar has been practicing medicine for over 21 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Septoplasty, and Endoscopy.

    Regents Of The University Of California

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (12.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jefferson Chen is a Neurosurgery provider in Orange, California. Dr. Chen and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

    Neurosurgery
    Neurosurgery

    Regents Of The University Of California

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (12.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Oh is a Neurosurgery provider in Orange, California. Dr. Oh and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Osteotomy.

    Pediatric Neurology | Neurosurgery
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurosurgery
    200 S Manchester Ave, Suite 210, 
    Orange, CA 
     (12.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Calayag is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurosurgery provider in Orange, California. Dr. Calayag and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Hemangiopericytoma, Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, and Chondroma.

    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    Neuroradiology | Radiology

    Regents Of The University Of California

    3195 Voigt Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (17.5 mi)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roland Lee is a Neuroradiologist and a Radiologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Lee has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His top areas of expertise are Headache, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Traumatic Brain Injury, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, and Thrombectomy.

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    Last Updated: 03/06/2025

    What is the definition of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak?

    A CSF leak is an escape of the fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. This fluid is called the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).

    When should I see a Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctor near Newport Beach, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctor near Newport Beach, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctors near Newport Beach, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctors near Newport Beach, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctor near Newport Beach, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctor near Newport Beach, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctors near Newport Beach, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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