The 20 Best Nelson Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Los Angeles, CA

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The 20 Best Nelson Syndrome Doctors near Los Angeles, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 20 doctor with experience in Nelson Syndrome near Los Angeles, CA. Of these, 13 are Experienced, 4 are Distinguished and 3 are Advanced.

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20 providers found
    Distinguished in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology
    Distinguished in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology

    USC Neurosurgeons Inc.

    1520 San Pablo St Ste 3800, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Carmichael is an Endocrinologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Carmichael is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Acromegaly, Hypothalamic Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Endoscopy.

    Gabriel Zada
    Distinguished in Nelson Syndrome
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Nelson Syndrome
    Neurosurgery

    USC Brain Tumor Center

    1520 San Pablo St Ste 3800, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gabriel Zada, MD, MS, FAANS is Professor of Neurological Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and a nationally recognized leader in brain tumor and skull base surgery. He serves as Surgical Director of the USC Brain Tumor Center, Co-Director of the USC Pituitary Center and Radiosurgery Center, and Vice Chair of Education for the Department of Neurosurgery. He is also Editor-in-Chief of Neurosurgical Focus, an international open-access journal of the Journal of Neurosurgery Publishing Group.Dr. Zada specializes in minimally invasive and endoscopic approaches to complex brain, pituitary, and skull base tumors and has performed more than 3,000 cranial operations during his career. His NIH-funded research program focuses on the genomics and epigenetics of brain and pituitary tumors, advancing precision medicine approaches in neurosurgical oncology.A prolific scholar, Dr. Zada has authored over 350 peer-reviewed publications and several textbooks in neurosurgery. Based on independent academic impact and expertise metrics, FindExpertMD ranks him the #1 neurosurgeon in California for multiple tumor (pituitary, meningioma) and skull base conditions and among the top neurosurgeons globally. Dr. Zada is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Brain Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Advanced in Nelson Syndrome
    Advanced in Nelson Syndrome
    1200 N State St Ste 3300, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Briggs is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Briggs is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Nelson Syndrome, Hypothalamic Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Rhizotomy.

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    Advanced in Nelson Syndrome
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Nelson Syndrome
    Neurosurgery

    House Healthcare Inc.

    2100 W 3rd St Ste 111, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gautam Mehta is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Cushing's disease, Schwannoma, Endoscopy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Advanced in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology
    Advanced in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology

    Cedars-Sinai Pituitary Center

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A6600, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shlomo Melmed is an Endocrinologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Melmed is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Acromegaly, Acromegaloid Facial Appearance Syndrome, Hypertrichosis-Acromegaloid Facial Appearance Syndrome, Pituitary Tumor, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Distinguished in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology
    Distinguished in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology

    Gonda (Goldschmied) Diabetes Center Santa Monica

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 550, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Heaney is an Endocrinologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Heaney is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Cushing's disease, Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Cushing's syndrome, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Neurosurgery

    USC Neurosurgeons Inc.

    1520 San Pablo St Ste 3800, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Martin Weiss is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Weiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Rathke Cleft Cyst, Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Plastic Surgery

    Lac-USC Medical Center

    1200 N State St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Chartrain is a Plastic Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chartrain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Seizures, Nelson Syndrome, Thrombectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    1200 N State St Ste 3300, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ben Strickland is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Strickland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Rathke Cleft Cyst, Hypothalamic Tumor, Brain Tumor, Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology

    Cedars-Sinai Endocrinology

    8723 Alden Dr Ste 290, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ning-ai Liu is an Endocrinologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Cushing's disease, Addison's Disease, and Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency.

    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology

    Cedars-Sinai Endocrinology

    8723 Alden Dr Ste 290, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Odelia Cooper is an Endocrinologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Cooper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Prolactinoma, Hypothalamic Tumor, and Hypopituitarism.

    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology

    Cedars-Sinai Pituitary Center

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A6600, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vivien Bonert is an Endocrinologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Bonert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Acromegaly, Pituitary Tumor, Hypertrichosis-Acromegaloid Facial Appearance Syndrome, and Acromegaloid Facial Appearance Syndrome.

    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology

    Office

    8641 Wilshire Blvd Ste 210, 
    Beverly Hills, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amit Sumal is an Endocrinologist in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Sumal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Cushing's syndrome, Nelson Syndrome, and Pituitary Tumor.

    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology

    Conrad Tseng MD Inc.

    99 N La Cienega Blvd Ste 107, 
    Beverly Hills, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Azer is an Endocrinologist in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Azer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Thyroid Storm, Hyperthyroidism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Distinguished in Nelson Syndrome
    Distinguished in Nelson Syndrome

    UCLA Health Westwood Neurosurgery

    300 Stein Plz Ste 420, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marvin Bergsneider is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Bergsneider is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Brain Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Balloon Sinuplasty.

    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Neurosurgery

    Kyoo S. Ro, MD

    435 Arden Ave, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    60+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kyoo Ro is a Neurosurgery provider in Glendale, California. Dr. Ro has been practicing medicine for over 60 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Fractured Spine, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Neurosurgery

    Cedars-Sinai Neurosurgery-Los Angeles

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A6600, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Mamelak is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Mamelak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Prolactinoma, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Endocrinology | Internal Medicine
    150 North Robertson Boulevard, Suite 210, 
    Beverly Hills, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pejman Cohan is an Internal Medicine specialist and an Endocrinologist in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Cohan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Cushing's disease, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, Follicular Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery. Dr. Cohan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome

    Office

    100 Medical Plz Ste 290, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vijaya Surampudi is a Dietetics provider in Los Angeles, California. Ms. Surampudi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Cushing's disease, Obesity, and Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome.

    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Nelson Syndrome
    Neurosurgery

    UCLA Health Westwood Neurosurgery

    300 Stein Plz Ste 420, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Won Kim is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kim has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nelson Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Awake Craniotomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Nelson Syndrome?

    A rare, acquired, endocrine disease characterized by the triad of diffuse skin and mucosa hyperpigmentation, markedly elevated serum adrenocorticotropin (ACTH) levels and an enlarging corticotroph adenoma, which manifest following total bilateral adrenalectomy performed for the treatment of Cushing's disease. Additionally, patients may present with headaches, visual field defects, cranial nerve palsy, pituitary apoplexy, diabetes inspidus, panhypopituitarism, and, occasionally, paraovarian or paratesticular tumors.

    When should I see a Nelson Syndrome doctor near Los Angeles, 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 Nelson Syndrome doctor near Los Angeles, 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 Nelson Syndrome doctors near Los Angeles, 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 Nelson Syndrome doctors near Los Angeles, 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 Nelson Syndrome doctor near Los Angeles, 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 Nelson Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Nelson Syndrome 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 Nelson Syndrome doctor near Los Angeles, 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 Nelson Syndrome 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 Nelson Syndrome 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 Nelson Syndrome doctors near Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Nelson Syndrome 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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