The 20 Best Hydrocephalus Doctors Near Me in Rio de Janeiro, BR

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 32 doctor with experience in Hydrocephalus near Rio de Janeiro, BR. Of these, 30 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Hydrocephalus

    Savio P. Batista
    Advanced in Hydrocephalus

    Savio P. Batista
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Savio Batista practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Batista is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Plasmacytoma, Hydrocephalus, Thrombectomy, and Craniectomy.

    Advanced in Hydrocephalus

    Flavio Nigri
    Advanced in Hydrocephalus

    Flavio Nigri
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Flavio Nigri practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Nigri is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rathke Cleft Cyst, Hydrocephalus, Porencephaly, Familial Porencephaly, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Antonio R. Bellas
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Antonio R. Bellas
    Fernandes Figueira, RJ, BR 

    Antonio Bellas practices practicing medicine in Fernandes Figueira, Brazil. Mr. Bellas is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Hydrocephalus, Myelomeningocele, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

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    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Caio M. Perret
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Caio M. Perret
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Caio Perret practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Perret is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Plasmacytoma, Hydrocephalus, Arachnoiditis, Craniectomy, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Tatiana Protzenko
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Tatiana Protzenko
    Fiocruz, RJ, BR 

    Tatiana Protzenko practices practicing medicine in Fiocruz, Brazil. Ms. Protzenko is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Hydrocephalus, Osteotomy, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Thaina Z. Cruz
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Thaina Z. Cruz
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Thaina Cruz practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Cruz is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Porencephaly, Porencephaly, Hydrocephalus, Ganglioglioma, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Filipi F. Andreao
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Filipi F. Andreao
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Filipi Andreao practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Andreao is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Arteriovenous Malformation, Subdural Effusion, Subdural Hematoma, Craniectomy, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Heron J. Werner
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Heron J. Werner
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Heron Werner practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Werner is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fetal Enterovirus Syndrome, Caroli Disease, Microcephaly, Endoscopy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Marcus A. Acioly
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Marcus A. Acioly
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Marcus Acioly practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Acioly is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mononeuritis Multiplex, Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor, Rhabdomyolysis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Ruy C. Monteiro
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Ruy C. Monteiro
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Ruy Monteiro practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Monteiro is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Increased Intracranial Pressure, Subdural Effusion, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Hydrocephalus, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Caroline Madeira
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Caroline Madeira
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Caroline Madeira practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Madeira is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus and Schizophrenia.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Jose O. De Melo Junior
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Jose O. De Melo Junior
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Jose De Melo Junior practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. De Melo Junior is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Effusion, Schwannoma, Plasmacytoma, and Acoustic Neuroma.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Pedro C. Pinto-Ferreira
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Pedro C. Pinto-Ferreira
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Pedro Pinto-Ferreira practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Pinto-Ferreira is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Rathke Cleft Cyst, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Familial Porencephaly, Porencephaly, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Pedro B. Borges
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Pedro B. Borges
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Pedro Borges practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Borges is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Arteriovenous Malformation, Hydrocephalus, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Leila C. Chimelli
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Leila C. Chimelli
    Saude, RJ, BR 

    Leila Chimelli practices practicing medicine in Saude, Brazil. Chimelli is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. They are also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Zika Virus Disease, Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, Microcephaly, and Pituitary Tumor.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Francisco M. Salomao
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Francisco M. Salomao
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Francisco Salomao practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Salomao is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Syringomyelia, Cysticercosis, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Eduardo M. Correa
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Eduardo M. Correa
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Eduardo Correa practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Correa is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Porencephaly, Porencephaly, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Increased Intracranial Pressure, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Cassia Righy
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Cassia Righy
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Cassia Righy practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Righy is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Pneumonia, COVID-19, and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS).

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Carlos O. Brandao
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Carlos O. Brandao
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Carlos Brandao practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Brandao is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Optic Neuritis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Elington L. Simoes
    Experienced in Hydrocephalus

    Elington L. Simoes
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Elington Simoes practices practicing medicine in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Simoes is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Rathke Cleft Cyst, Phantom Limb Pain, Headache, Von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) Syndrome, and Craniectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Hydrocephalus?

    Hydrocephalus is a buildup of fluid inside the skull that leads to the brain pushing against the skull.

    Hydrocephalus means "water on the brain."

    When should I see a Hydrocephalus doctor in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

    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 Hydrocephalus doctor in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

    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 do I find the best Hydrocephalus doctor in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

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    How does MediFind rank Hydrocephalus doctors in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

    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 Hydrocephalus doctors in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

    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 Hydrocephalus doctor in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

    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 Hydrocephalus doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hydrocephalus 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 Hydrocephalus doctor in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

    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 Hydrocephalus 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 Hydrocephalus 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 Hydrocephalus doctors in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hydrocephalus 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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