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    MediFind found 72 doctor with experience in Arachnoid Cysts near Stanford, CA. Of these, 59 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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    72 providers found
      Elite in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery
      Elite in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Cormac Maher is a Neurosurgery provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Maher is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Arachnoid Cysts, Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Osteotomy.

      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Melanie Hayden-Gephart is a Neurosurgery provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Hayden-Gephart is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. Her top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Brain Tumor, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lawrence Shuer is a Neurosurgery specialist and a General Surgeon in Stanford, California. Dr. Shuer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Choroid Plexus Papilloma, Pallister-Hall Syndrome, Awake Craniotomy, and Thrombectomy.

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      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery
      300 Pasteur Dr Rm 211, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kelly Mahaney is a Neurosurgery provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Mahaney is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. Her top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Chiari Malformation, Craniosynostosis, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Thrombectomy.

      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Gordon Li is a Neurosurgery provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Li is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Steven Chang is a Neurosurgery specialist and a General Surgeon in Stanford, California. Dr. Chang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Meningioma, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Juan Fernandez is a Neurosurgery provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Craniopharyngioma, Meningioma, Pituitary Tumor, Septoplasty, and Balloon Sinuplasty.

      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Lim is a Neurosurgery provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Lim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Glioma, Glioblastoma, Microvascular Decompression, and Rhizotomy.

      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery
      725 Welch Rd, 
      Palo Alto, CA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Laura Prolo is a Neurosurgery provider in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Prolo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. Her top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation, Craniosynostosis, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Thrombectomy.

      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Pediatric Radiology | Radiology
      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Pediatric Radiology | Radiology
      725 Welch Rd, 
      Palo Alto, CA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Fred Laningham is a Pediatric Radiologist and a Radiologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Laningham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Knock Knees, Arachnoid Cysts, Choroid Plexus Cyst, and Familial Porencephaly.

      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Pediatric Radiology | Radiology | Neuroradiology
      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Pediatric Radiology | Radiology | Neuroradiology

      Lpch Medical Group Div Of Lucile

      725 Welch Rd, 
      Palo Alto, CA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bruno Soares is a Pediatric Radiologist and a Radiologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Soares is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Pentalogy of Cantrell, Chiari Malformation, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), and Stroke.

      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Radiology | Neuroradiology | Pediatric Radiology
      Advanced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Radiology | Neuroradiology | Pediatric Radiology

      Lpch Medical Group Div Of Lucile

      725 Welch Rd, 
      Palo Alto, CA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Halverson is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Halverson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation, Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, and Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).

      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Department Of Neurosurgery,stanford University Hospital, 300 Pasteur Drive, Edwards Bldg., Rm R209, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Martin Stienen is a Neurosurgery provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Stienen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Herniated Disk, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
      300 Pasteur Dr, Mc: 5327, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Samuel Cheshier is a Neurosurgery provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Cheshier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Medulloblastoma, and Brain Tumor. Dr. Cheshier is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
      300 Pasteur Dr, R209, Edwards Bldg, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sunil Furtado is a Neurosurgery provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Furtado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Internal Carotid Agenesis, Moyamoya Disease, Arachnoid Cysts, Thrombectomy, and Laminectomy.

      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery | Neuroradiology | Radiology
      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery | Neuroradiology | Radiology

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Dodd is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Neuroradiologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Dodd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Pituitary Tumor, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shweta Kumar is a Radiologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. Her top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Moyamoya Disease, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, and Radiation Induced Meningioma.

      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Radiology | Neuroradiology
      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Radiology | Neuroradiology

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nancy Pham is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Pham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Moyamoya Disease, and Meningioma.

      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Neurosurgery
      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kumar Abhinav is a Neurosurgery provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Abhinav is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Moyamoya Disease, Hypothalamic Tumor, Pituitary Tumor, Rhizotomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts
      Experienced in Arachnoid Cysts

      Stanford Health Care

      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Stuart is a Neurosurgery provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Stuart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Brain Aneurysm, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteotomy, and Knee Replacement.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Arachnoid Cysts?

      Arachnoid cysts are sacs filled with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) that are located between the brain or spinal cord and the arachnoid membrane, one of the three membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. Arachnoid cysts can be primary or secondary. Primary Arachnoid cysts are congenital (present at birth), resulting from abnormal development of the brain and spinal cord during early pregnancy. Secondary Arachnoid cysts are less common, and result from head injuries, meningitis, tumors, or as a complication of brain surgery. Signs and symptoms depend on the location and size of the cyst and may include headache, nausea and vomiting, seizures, hearing and visual disturbances, vertigo, and difficulties with balance and walking. Although many affected individuals develop symptoms in the first year of life, some never develop symptoms. In some cases, Arachnoid cysts are part of a genetic syndrome such as Chudley-McCullough syndrome, mucopolysaccharidosis, or Marfan syndrome, where there are many other associated signs and symptoms.

      When should I see an Arachnoid Cysts doctor near Stanford, 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 Arachnoid Cysts doctor near Stanford, 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 Arachnoid Cysts doctors near Stanford, 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 Arachnoid Cysts doctors near Stanford, 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 Arachnoid Cysts doctor near Stanford, 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 Arachnoid Cysts doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Arachnoid Cysts 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 Arachnoid Cysts doctor near Stanford, 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 Arachnoid Cysts 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 Arachnoid Cysts 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 Arachnoid Cysts doctors near Stanford, CA?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Arachnoid Cysts 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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