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

Find the Top Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak near encinitas, CA. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Advanced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo

    15004 Innovation Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeremy Ciporen is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Ciporen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Ciporen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Referral may be required

    University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center

    9300 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.6 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 Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. 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.

    Advanced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Advanced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarel Vorster is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Vorster is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation Type 2, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Posterior Fossa Decompression. Dr. Vorster is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pranay Soni is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Soni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Meningocele, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Microvascular Decompression, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Soni is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Referral may be required

    Kaiser Permanente San Marcos Medical Offices - Head & Neck Surgery Department

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Milap Raikundalia is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Marcos, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Raikundalia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Enlarged Adenoids, Septoplasty, and Myringotomy. Dr. Raikundalia is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mohsin Saeed is a Radiologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 47 years. Dr. Saeed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Lump in the Abdomen, Ureterocele, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Saeed is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic John R. Anderson V Medical Pavilion

    9898 Genesee Ave, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hani Malone is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Malone 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 Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Hydrocephalus, Thrombectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic John R Anderson V Medical Pavillion

    9898 Genesee Ave, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Osama Elbuluk is a Radiologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Elbuluk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningocele, CAPOS Syndrome, Fecal Impaction, and Pleurisy. Dr. Elbuluk is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    4510 Executive Dr # 7, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Martin Pham is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Pham 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 Lordosis, Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy. Dr. Pham is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    California Center For Neurointerventional Surgery

    9834 Genesee Ave Ste 411, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (12.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frank Coufal is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Coufal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Invertebral Disc Disease, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Kevin Yoo M.D. APC

    4150 Regents Park Row Ste 325, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (12.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Frank Yoo is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Yoo 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 Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo

    15004 Innovation Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Burdick is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Burdick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Spondylosis, Parkinson's Disease, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation.

    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Garfield Specialty Center

    5893 Copley Drive, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Erika Woodson is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Woodson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Schwannoma, Acoustic Neuroma, Malignant Otitis Externa, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Woodson is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 encinitas, 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 encinitas, 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 encinitas, 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 encinitas, 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 encinitas, 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 encinitas, 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 encinitas, 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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