The 20 Best Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak Doctors Near Me in Stanford, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 55 doctor with experience in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak near Stanford, CA. Of these, 48 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery

    Stanford Health Care

    500 Pasteur Dr, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Chang is a Neurosurgery specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Chang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 90 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Arteriovenous Malformation, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Distinguished in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Otolaryngology

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

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

    Peter Hwang is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Hwang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Polyps, Septoplasty, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Radiology | Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Radiology | Neuroradiology

    Stanford Neuroimaging And Neurointervention

    300 Pasteur Dr, Rm S031EMC 5105, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eric Van Staalduinen is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Van Staalduinen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His clinical expertise encompasses Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Meningioma, and Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG). Dr. Van Staalduinen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neuroradiology

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

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

    Nicholas Telischak is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Stanford, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Telischak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neuroradiology

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    965 High St, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bryan Lanzman is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Lanzman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Horner Syndrome, Arachnoiditis, Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Stroke, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neuroradiology

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    965 High St, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Iv is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Iv is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arteriovenous Malformation, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Meningioma, and Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    965 High St, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yosef Chodakiewitz is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Chodakiewitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His clinical expertise encompasses Desmoid Tumor and Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.

    Advanced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    General Surgery

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

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

    Jayakar Nayak is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Nayak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Septoplasty, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    General Surgery

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    801 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zara Patel is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anosmia, Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery

    Outpatient Neurologic Rehabilitation Program

    213 Quarry Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Lim is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Lim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Glioma, Glioblastoma, Microvascular Decompression, and Rhizotomy.

    Advanced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    965 High St, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Juan Fernandez is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Craniopharyngioma, Meningioma, Pituitary Tumor, Septoplasty, and Balloon Sinuplasty.

    Distinguished in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neuroradiology
    Distinguished in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neuroradiology

    Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center

    700 Lawrence Expy, 
    Santa Clara, CA 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Mamlouk is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Santa Clara, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Mamlouk is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses PHACE Syndrome, Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Aplasia Cutis Congenita, Ectodermal Dysplasias, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery

    Stanford University

    300 Pasteur Dr Rm R211, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raphael Guzman is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Guzman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Osteotomy, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    300 Pasteur Dr Rm R211, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelly Mahaney is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Mahaney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. She is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Chiari Malformation, Craniosynostosis, Plagiocephaly, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    300 Pasteur Dr Rm R209, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Martin Stienen is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Stienen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Herniated Disk, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    300 Pasteur Dr Rm A301, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sunil Furtado is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Furtado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Internal Carotid Agenesis, Moyamoya Disease, Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    300 Pasteur Dr Rm R281, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Gooderham is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Gooderham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His clinical expertise encompasses Pica, Meningioma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Endovascular Embolization, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neuroradiology

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

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

    Tarik Massoud is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Massoud is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arteriovenous Malformation, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Meningioma, Rhizotomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

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

    Melanie Hayden is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Hayden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. She is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Brain Tumor, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

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

    Lawrence Shuer is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Shuer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Choroid Plexus Papilloma, Pallister-Hall Syndrome, Awake Craniotomy, and Thrombectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak?

    A CSF leak is an escape of the fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. This fluid is called the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).

    When should I see a Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak 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 a Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak 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 Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak 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 Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak 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 a Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak 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 Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak 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 Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak 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 Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak 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 Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak 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 Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctors near Stanford, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak 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 Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak 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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