The 20 Best Sciatica Doctors Near Me in Stanford, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 365 doctor with experience in Sciatica near Stanford, CA. Of these, 336 are Experienced, 27 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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365 providers found
    Experienced in Sciatica
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Sciatica
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    Sports Medicine Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Noman Khan is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Synovitis, Scoliosis, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. Dr. Khan is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery (Sub: Sports Medicine). Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sciatica
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Experienced in Sciatica
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Ryu is a Neurologist and a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Ryu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Ryu is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Ryu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sciatica
    Experienced in Sciatica

    Palo Alto Center

    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cindy Wun is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Wun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Scoliosis, Chronic Pain, and Tendinitis. Dr. Wun is board certified in Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation - Board Certified. Dr. Wun is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Sciatica
    Experienced in Sciatica

    Palo Alto Center

    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Toby Ratanasiripong is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Ratanasiripong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Scoliosis, Sciatica, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Ratanasiripong is board certified in Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation - Board Certified. Dr. Ratanasiripong is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sciatica
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Sciatica
    Pain Medicine

    Palo Alto Center

    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raymond Gaeta is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Gaeta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, and Sciatica. Dr. Gaeta is board certified in Pain Management - Not ABMS Specialty and Anesthesiology. Dr. Gaeta is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sciatica
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Sciatica
    Orthopedics

    Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Lannin is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Lannin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Sciatica, Coccydynia, and Hip Resurfacing. Dr. Lannin is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Lannin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Sciatica
    Advanced in Sciatica

    Jill M. Cooper

    1300 University Dr Ste 6, 
    Menlo Park, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Renata Jarosz is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Menlo Park, California. Dr. Jarosz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, and Spasticity.

    Distinguished in Sciatica
    Physiatry
    Distinguished in Sciatica
    Physiatry

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Huynh is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Redwood City, California. Dr. Huynh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Sciatica, Chronic Pain, and Coccydynia.

    Distinguished in Sciatica
    Pain Medicine
    Distinguished in Sciatica
    Pain Medicine

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Smuck is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Redwood City, California. Dr. Smuck is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Sciatica, Scoliosis, and Chronic Pain.

    Experienced in Sciatica
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Sciatica
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. 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.

    Experienced in Sciatica
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Sciatica
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    453 Quarry Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nancy Pham is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Pham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Moyamoya Disease, and Meningioma.

    Experienced in Sciatica
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Sciatica
    Pain Medicine

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

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

    Jonathan Lee is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Femoral Nerve Dysfunction, Giant Axonal Neuropathy, Pudendal Neuralgia, and Wallerian Degeneration.

    Experienced in Sciatica
    Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Sciatica
    Sports Medicine

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Calvin Hwang is a Sports Medicine provider practicing medicine in Redwood City, California. Dr. Hwang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Concussion, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Sciatica.

    Advanced in Sciatica
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Sciatica
    Neurosurgery
    Mountain View, CA 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Wachhorst is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Mountain View, California. Dr. Wachhorst is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Scoliosis, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Wachhorst is board certified in Neurosurgery - Board Certified. Dr. Wachhorst is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Sciatica
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Sciatica
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. 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.

    Advanced in Sciatica
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Sciatica
    Neurosurgery

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

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

    Jongsoo Park is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Park is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Scoliosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Advanced in Sciatica
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Sciatica
    Neurosurgery

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

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

    Atman Desai is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Desai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Chordoma, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Advanced in Sciatica
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Sciatica
    Neurosurgery

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

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

    Anand Veeravagu is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Veeravagu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Sciatica
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Sciatica
    Pain Medicine

    Stanford Health Care

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

    Sean Mackey is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Mackey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Fibromyalgia, Acute Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Sciatica
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Sciatica
    Internal Medicine

    Palo Alto Center

    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Luis Folan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Folan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. His clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Scoliosis, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Folan is board certified in Internal Medicine - Board Certified. Dr. Folan is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Sciatica?

    Sciatica refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the leg. It is caused by injury to or pressure on the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is a symptom of a medical problem. It is not a medical condition by itself.

    When should I see a Sciatica 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 Sciatica 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 Sciatica 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 Sciatica 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 Sciatica 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 Sciatica doctor search results page. 

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

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

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