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    MediFind found 49 doctor with experience in Syringomyelia near Santa Monica, CA. Of these, 44 are Experienced, 3 are Distinguished and 2 are Advanced.

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    49 providers found
      Distinguished in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery | Neurology
      Distinguished in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery | Neurology

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      757 Westwood Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ulrich Batzdorf is a Neurosurgery specialist and a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Batzdorf is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 2, Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation, Syringobulbia, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

      Advanced in Syringomyelia
      Advanced in Syringomyelia
      11600 Wilshire Blvd, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Brian Gantwerker is a Neurosurgery provider in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Gantwerker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Syringobulbia, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Gantwerker is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery | Orthopedics
      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery | Orthopedics

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      1131 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 100, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Andrew Vivas is a Neurosurgery specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Vivas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Lordosis, Spinal Stenosis, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Osteotomy.

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      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurology
      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurology

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation

      2020 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 400, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      James Ha is a Neurologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Ha has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Cold-Induced Sweating Syndrome, Dopamine Beta-Hydroxylase Deficiency, and Shapiro Syndrome.

      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      300 Medical Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Marvin Bergsneider is a Neurosurgery specialist and a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Bergsneider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Brain Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Balloon Sinuplasty.

      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      300 Medical Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Lu is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lu has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      300 Stein Plz, Suite 420, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      18+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Aria Fallah is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Fallah has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Hemimegalencephaly, Seizures, Rhizotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      300 Stein Plz, Suite 420, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Anthony Wang is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Moyamoya Disease, Stroke, Apoplexy, Gastrostomy, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery.

      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Experienced in Syringomyelia

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      757 Westwood Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Langston Holly is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Holly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Herniated Disk, Laminectomy, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      757 Westwood Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Gregory Lekovic is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lekovic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Acoustic Neuroma, Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2), Schwannoma, Nerve Decompression, and Microvascular Decompression.

      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Experienced in Syringomyelia

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      757 Westwood Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Samer Ghostine is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Ghostine is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Sciatica, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Experienced in Syringomyelia

      Pacific Neuromonitoring Associates Inc

      10590 Wilshire Blvd, Apt 1003, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ankit Nayyar is a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Nayyar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Tumor, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), and Brain Stem Cancer.

      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery
      330 Stein Plaza Driveway, #420, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jorge Lazareff is a Neurosurgery specialist and a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lazareff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation, Myelomeningocele, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Chiari Malformation Type 1, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

      Jian Guan
      Distinguished in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery
      Distinguished in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery
      5215 Torrance Boulevard, Suite 300, 
      Torrance, CA 
       (14.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jian Guan is a Neurosurgery provider in Torrance, California. Dr. Guan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Syringomyelia, Epidural Abscess, Stroke, Osteotomy, and Laminectomy. Dr. Guan is currently accepting new patients.

      Aaron Cohen-Gadol
      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Experienced in Syringomyelia

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

      8631 W 3rd St, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Aaron Cohen-Gadol is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Cohen-Gadol is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Brain Tumor, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Cohen-Gadol is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery
      Distinguished in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery

      Childrens Hospital Los Angeles Medical Group Inc

      4650 W Sunset Blvd, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (13.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Krieger is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Krieger is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Spinal Fusion.

      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Physiatry | Holistic Medicine
      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Physiatry | Holistic Medicine

      Sharwin Tafazoli Inc

      3828 Delmas Ter, 
      Culver City, CA 
       (5.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jacob Hattenbach is a Physiatrist and a Holistic Medicine provider in Culver City, California. Mr. Hattenbach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Scoliosis, Serotonin Syndrome, and Invertebral Disc Disease. Mr. Hattenbach is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Neurosurgery

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

      8700 Beverly Blvd, 
      West Hollywood, CA 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ray Chu is a Neurosurgery provider in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Chu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Hydrocephalus, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Experienced in Syringomyelia

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

      8700 Beverly Blvd, 
      West Hollywood, CA 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Alexander Tuchman is a Neurosurgery provider in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Tuchman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Laminectomy, and Osteotomy.

      Experienced in Syringomyelia
      Experienced in Syringomyelia

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

      8700 Beverly Blvd, 
      West Hollywood, CA 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Tiffany Perry is a Neurosurgery provider in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Perry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. Her top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Syringomyelia?

      Syringomyelia is a cyst-like collection of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) that forms in the spinal cord. Over time, it may damage the spinal cord.

      When should I see a Syringomyelia doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Syringomyelia doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Syringomyelia doctors near Santa Monica, 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 Syringomyelia doctors near Santa Monica, 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 Syringomyelia doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Syringomyelia doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Syringomyelia 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 Syringomyelia doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Syringomyelia 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 Syringomyelia 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 Syringomyelia doctors near Santa Monica, CA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Syringomyelia 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 Syringomyelia doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Syringomyelia 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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