Overview
My desire to become a doctor and then a neurosurgeon stemmed from a love for science and technology in my childhood, as well as a passion for community service and helping others in need. While in college and medical school, I observed several brain and spine surgeries and was awed by the technical skill and precision required to perform such intricate procedures. I also enjoy contributing to the advancement of the field through innovation in surgical techniques and technology. There is truly no better feeling in the world than seeing one of your patients have a successful outcome and knowing that you contributed to their success.My special clinical interests include: Minimally-invasive spine surgery, degenerative spinal conditions, revision spine surgery and spinal deformity surgery, spinal tumors, primary brain tumors, metastatic tumors to the brain and spine, meningiomas and benign skull base tumors, aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations.In my free time I enjoy rock climbing, mountaineering, hiking and international travel.I strongly believe that a neurosurgeon's ultimate responsibility is to ensure the safety of the patients under his care. In my opinion, this is best achieved with strict attention to detail and adherence to community standards of care. I also believe in open and honest communication between the doctor and the patient. Oftentimes, especially in the field of neurosurgery, there are many different potential treatments or surgeries for a given condition. I therefore think it is essential to incorporate the patient's desires into any treatment or surgical plan, especially after a thorough discussion outlining all of the treatment options. My patients are my top priority, and I take pride in doing everything possible to ensure they have a successful outcome while under my care.
Dr. Lucas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
6555 Coyle Ave, Carmichael, CA 95608
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Personal Interests and Hobbies: Motorsports, filmmaking, photography, psychobiology of creativity and motor performance.I am excited to provide my patients with the most cutting-edge surgical advancements in brain and spine surgery. However, I believe that compassion is just as important as technology. I work with my patients and their family members to educate them about their condition and treatment options so that we can make decisions as a team. I often advise non-operative therapies when I feel they are in my patients' best interests. When I give advice to my patients I look at them as family members and my guidance is the same I would give to my family, friends, or myself if I were in their shoes. Dr. Babbitz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Spinal Stenosis, Meningioma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Lucas isAdvanced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Lucas isAdvanced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- SchwannomaDr. Lucas isAdvanced. Learn about Schwannoma.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Lucas isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Lucas isAdvanced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
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- ApoplexyDr. Lucas isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Lucas isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- AstrocytomaDr. Lucas isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Lucas isExperienced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Lucas isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.