The 20 Best Apoplexy Doctors Near Me in Santa Monica, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 817 doctor with experience in Apoplexy near Santa Monica, CA. Of these, 668 are Experienced, 132 are Advanced and 17 are Distinguished.

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817 providers found
    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

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

    Paul Vespa is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Vespa is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Post-Traumatic Epilepsy, Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

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

    Manuel Blanco is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Blanco is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Stroke, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Internal Medicine

    Santa Monica Urgent Care Inc

    524 Colorado Ave, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Dunne is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Dunne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Acute Cystitis, Asthma in Children, and Urethritis. Dr. Dunne is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Internal Medicine

    Venice Family Clinic

    604 Rose Ave, 
    Venice, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gilmore Chung is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Venice, California. Dr. Chung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Opioid Use Disorder, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Chung is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Internal Medicine

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Yao is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Yao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Sitosterolemia, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Yao is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Sasan Yadegar, MD

    501 E Hardy St, 
    Inglewood, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sasan Yadegar is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Inglewood, California. Dr. Yadegar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Herniated Disk, Laminectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Yadegar is board certified in Neurological Surgery and American Board Neurological Surgery. Dr. Yadegar is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    Family Health Center Santa Monica

    1920 Colorado Ave, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Holly Middlekauff is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Middlekauff is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. She is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Arrhythmias, Coronary Heart Disease, Fainting, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required
    2001 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 280W, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Pelikan is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Pelikan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Pelikan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Mazar is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Mazar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Fainting, and Atrial Fibrillation. Dr. Mazar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Primary & Specialty Care DTLA

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd, Ste 220, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ravi Dave is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Dave is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Hypertension, and Angioplasty. Dr. Dave is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Interventional Cardiology) and Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease). Dr. Dave is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Cardiovascular Center (Westwood) Santa Monica

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 220, 
    Santa Monica,, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Asim Rafique is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica,, California. Dr. Rafique is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Atherectomy. Dr. Rafique is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Cardiovascular Center (Westwood) Santa Monica

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 220, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Daneshvar is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Daneshvar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Edema, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, and Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope. Dr. Daneshvar is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Cardiovascular Center (Westwood) Santa Monica

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 220, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Melkon Hacobian is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Hacobian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Sitosterolemia, and Coronary Heart Disease. Dr. Hacobian is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Internal Medicine

    Providence Saint John's Health Center

    2121 Santa Monica Blvd, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leila Karimpoor is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Karimpoor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Heart Attack, Osteoarthritis, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    Saint John's Physicians Partners

    2125 Arizona Ave, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Garni Barkhoudarian is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Barkhoudarian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Meningioma, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Barkhoudarian is board certified in American Board Neurological Surgery. Dr. Barkhoudarian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Achieve Brain And Spine

    2811 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 930, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Nagasawa is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Nagasawa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Tumor, Brain Stem Cancer, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Nagasawa is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Achieve Brain And Spine

    2811 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 930, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Deven Khosla is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Khosla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Meningioma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Khosla is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Khosla is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Neurosurgery & Spine Group

    2901 Wilshire Blvd, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jared Ament is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Ament is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Cervical Spondylosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Henry Honda is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Honda is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 50 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, Cardiac Ablation, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Dr. Honda is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles,, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramin Tabibiazar is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles,, California. Dr. Tabibiazar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Hypertension. Dr. Tabibiazar is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Apoplexy?

    Apoplexy is bleeding into an organ or loss of blood flow to an organ. For example,

    • Adrenal apoplexy -- bleeding into the adrenal glands
    • Pituitary apoplexy -- bleeding into the pituitary gland

    Apoplexy most often refers to stroke symptoms that occur suddenly. Such symptoms occur due to bleeding into the brain. It can also occur by a blood clot in a brain blood vessel. Conditions such as subarachnoid hemorrhage or stroke are sometimes called apoplexy.

    Functional apoplexy is when a person appears to be having stroke-like symptoms. However, there is no brain defect.

    When should I see an Apoplexy 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 an Apoplexy 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 Apoplexy 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 Apoplexy 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 an Apoplexy 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 Apoplexy doctor search results page. 

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

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

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