The 20 Best Brain Abscess Doctors Near Me in Walnut Creek, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 24 doctor with experience in Brain Abscess near Walnut Creek, CA. Of these, 24 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Physiatry

    Advanced Heart Failure At Walnut Creek

    1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Dana is a Physiatrist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Dana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Hemiplegia.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Internal Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Viktoriya Sharp is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Sharp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Sepsis, Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia, Hip Replacement, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Internal Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarvenaz Alibeigi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Alibeigi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Spinal Cord Abscess, Epidural Abscess, Pacemaker Implantation, and Endoscopy.

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    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Internal Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sri Kooturu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Kooturu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Sepsis, Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Internal Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kartik Krishnan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Krishnan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Experienced in Brain Abscess

    Kidney Transplant At Walnut Creek

    1450 Treat Blvd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Suleiman Lapalme is a Physiatrist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Lapalme is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Hemiplegia, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Neurosurgery

    Pharma Alliance LLC

    100 N Wiget Ln Ste 160, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Counelis is a Neurosurgery provider in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Counelis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Experienced in Brain Abscess

    Office

    575 Lennon Ln Ste 152, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Algar is a Neurologist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Algar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Dravet Syndrome, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Family Medicine

    John Muir Health Concord Medical Center

    2540 East St, 
    Concord, CA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Angel Parker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Concord, California. Dr. Parker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Stroke, Peptic Ulcer, Colonoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Experienced in Brain Abscess

    Office

    1320 El Capitan Dr Ste 300, 
    Danville, CA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawrence Dickinson is a Neurosurgery provider in Danville, California. Dr. Dickinson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Hydrocephalus, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Neurosurgery
    1320 El Capitan Dr., Suite 300, 
    Danville, CA 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Xiaoran Zhang is a Neurosurgery provider in Danville, California. Dr. Zhang has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Brain Tumor, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Zhang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Neurosurgery | Neurology

    Alameda Health Services

    1411 E 31 St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Federico Castro is a Neurologist and a Neurosurgery provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Castro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Internal Medicine

    Highland Hospital

    1411 E 31st St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patricia Foo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Foo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Neurosurgery

    UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

    747 52nd St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Sun is a Neurosurgery provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Sun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Tuberous Sclerosis, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Cortical Dysplasia, Craniectomy, and Rhizotomy.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Internal Medicine

    Stanford Health Care

    5800 Hollis St, 
    Emeryville, CA 
     (13.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nnenna Nwogu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Emeryville, California. Dr. Nwogu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. Her top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Brugada Syndrome, Short QT Syndrome, and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Experienced in Brain Abscess

    Stanford Health Care

    5800 Hollis St, 
    Emeryville, CA 
     (13.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Olga Goldberg is a Neurologist in Emeryville, California. Dr. Goldberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Cerebellar Degeneration, Memory Loss, and Movement Disorders.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Neurosurgery

    Robert A. Fox MD Inc

    2150 Appian Way Ste 100, 
    Pinole, CA 
     (13.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Mampalam is a Neurosurgery provider in Pinole, California. Dr. Mampalam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Neurology
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Neurology

    Anesthesia Preoperative Evaluation Clinic At Stanford Emeryville

    5800 Hollis St Fl 3, 
    Emeryville, CA 
     (13.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathie Lin is a Neurologist in Emeryville, California. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Internal Medicine

    Inpatient Consultants Of California Inc.

    1510 4th St Ste 1, 
    Berkeley, CA 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dawn Groten is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Berkeley, California. Dr. Groten is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. Her top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Stroke, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome.

    Experienced in Brain Abscess
    Experienced in Brain Abscess

    University Healthcare Alliance

    5575 W Las Positas Blvd Ste 330, 
    Pleasanton, CA 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Leana Doherty is a Neurologist in Pleasanton, California. Dr. Doherty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. Her top areas of expertise are Encephalitis, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Myasthenia Gravis, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Gastrostomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Brain Abscess?

    A brain abscess is a collection of pus, immune cells, and other material in the brain, caused by a bacterial or fungal infection.

    When should I see a Brain Abscess doctor near Walnut Creek, 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 Brain Abscess doctor near Walnut Creek, 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 Brain Abscess doctors near Walnut Creek, 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 Brain Abscess doctors near Walnut Creek, 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 Brain Abscess doctor near Walnut Creek, 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 Brain Abscess doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Brain Abscess 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 Brain Abscess doctor near Walnut Creek, 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 Brain Abscess 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 Brain Abscess 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 Brain Abscess doctors near Walnut Creek, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Brain Abscess 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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