The 20 Best Brain Herniation Doctors Near Me in la jolla, CA

Find the Top Brain Herniation Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Brain Herniation near la jolla, CA. Of these, 27 are Experienced.

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27 providers found
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
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    Moores Cancer Center At UC San Diego Health

    3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marc Schwartz is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, CA. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Schwartz is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Referral may be required

    University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center

    9300 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Beaumont is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Beaumont is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Pituitary Apoplexy, Rathke Cleft Cyst, Astrocytoma, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Ciacci is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Ciacci is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epidural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

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    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Referral may be required

    Office

    9444 Medical Center Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Steinberg is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Steinberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Meningioma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery, and Embolectomy.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Referral may be required

    University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center

    9300 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Santiago-Dieppa is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Santiago-Dieppa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Referral may be required

    University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center

    9300 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Taylor is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Taylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Referral may be required

    Office

    9300 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jasmine Singh is a Neurologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Brain Herniation, and Chiari Malformation Type 1. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jerome Pierce-Iii is a Radiologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Pierce-Iii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses CAPOS Syndrome, Diverticular Disease, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Vertigo. Dr. Pierce-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Charles Liu is a Radiologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses CAPOS Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Biliary Dyskinesia, and Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Vikram Udani MD Inc.

    11199 Sorrento Valley Rd Ste 203, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vikram Udani is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Udani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Stem Cancer, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Neurosurgical Medical Clinic Inc.

    3750 Convoy St Ste 301, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Usman Khan is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Radiation Induced Meningioma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Neuroepithelioma. Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Internal Medicine

    Sharp Memorial Hospital

    7901 Frost St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eunice Kwon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Kwon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Referral may be required

    Sharp Rees-Stealy Mira Mesa Radiology

    8933 Activity Rd, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Patrick Lee is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Meningioma, Tenosynovitis, Vertigo, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Rady Children's Hospital San Diego

    3020 Childrens Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Gonda is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Gonda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tethered Cord Syndrome, Hydrocephalus, Epidural Hematoma, Rhizotomy, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3010 Childrens Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Levy is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Levy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Central Pain Syndrome, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Arachnoid Cysts, Laminectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Gertsch is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Gertsch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Brain Stem Cancer, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Posterior Fossa Tumor. Dr. Gertsch is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Dorros is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Dorros is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses X-Linked Intellectual Disability, Siderius Type, Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome, PEHO Syndrome, and Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Khalessi is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Khalessi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arteriovenous Malformation, Brain Aneurysm, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Pare is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Pare is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sclerosing Mesenteritis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Pare is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Keir Fowler is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Fowler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, CAPOS Syndrome, Visceromegaly, and Ascites. Dr. Fowler is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Brain Herniation?

    Brain herniation is the shifting of the brain tissue from one space in the skull to another through various folds and openings.

    When should I see a Brain Herniation doctor near la jolla, 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 Herniation doctor near la jolla, 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 Herniation doctors near la jolla, 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 Herniation doctors near la jolla, 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 Herniation doctor near la jolla, 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 Herniation doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Brain Herniation 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 Herniation doctor near la jolla, 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 Herniation 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 Herniation 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 Herniation doctors near la jolla, CA?

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

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