The 20 Best Spinal Cord Abscess Doctors Near Me in encinitas, CA

Find the Top Spinal Cord Abscess Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Spinal Cord Abscess near encinitas, CA. Of these, 18 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Referral may be required

    Optum Coastal Pulmonary Associates

    326 Santa Fe Dr, 
    Encinitas, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr Jamieson-Glenn is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Jamieson-Glenn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Referral may be required

    University Of CA San Diego

    1200 Garden View Rd, 
    Encinitas, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vinko Zlomislic is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Zlomislic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. 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.

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    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Stephan is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Stephan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lordosis, Scoliosis, Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Advanced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Vikram Udani MD Inc.

    11199 Sorrento Valley Rd Ste 203, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vikram Udani is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Udani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Stem Cancer, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Medical Center Jefferson

    2205 Vista Way, 
    Oceanside, CA 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Peppers is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Oceanside, California. Dr. Peppers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Herniated Disk, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Internal Medicine

    Jackson Health System

    11199 Sorrento Valley Rd Ste 202, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Hurtado-De is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Hurtado-De is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Acute Kidney Failure, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, and Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. Dr. Hurtado-De is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Internal Medicine

    Scripps Clinic John R. Anderson V Medical Pavilion

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

    David Redfield is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Redfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Aspergillosis, Lymphangitis, and Infective Endocarditis.

    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    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 Spinal Cord Abscess. 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 Spinal Cord Abscess
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Internal Medicine

    Palomar Medical Center Laboratory

    2185 Citracado Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Afshin Nahavandi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Nahavandi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Sepsis, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Internal Medicine

    Palomar Medical Center Laboratory

    2185 Citracado Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Armenian, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Armen Malkhasian is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Escondido, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Malkhasian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Acute Kidney Failure, Peptic Ulcer, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement. Dr. Malkhasian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Internal Medicine

    Palomar Medical Center Laboratory

    2185 Citracado Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marko Markov is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Markov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Pneumonia, Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    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

    William Taylor is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Taylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego Health

    16950 Via Tazon, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sunil Jeswani is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Jeswani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Jeswani is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    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 Spinal Cord Abscess. 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 Spinal Cord Abscess
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Internal Medicine

    Vista Community Clinic

    1000 Vale Terrace Dr, 
    Vista, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leila Shabanian is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Vista, California. Dr. Shabanian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Pneumonia, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    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 Spinal Cord Abscess. 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 Spinal Cord Abscess
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    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 Spinal Cord Abscess. 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 Spinal Cord Abscess
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Cord Abscess
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Southern California Institute Of Neurological Surgery

    705 E Ohio Ave, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Blake Berman is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Berman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Cord Abscess. His clinical expertise encompasses Herniated Disk, Spinal Stenosis, Epidural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Berman is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Spinal Cord Abscess?

    Spinal cord abscess is the swelling and irritation (inflammation) and the collection of infected material (pus) and germs in or around the spinal cord.

    When should I see a Spinal Cord Abscess 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 Spinal Cord Abscess 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 Spinal Cord Abscess 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 Spinal Cord Abscess 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 Spinal Cord Abscess 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 Spinal Cord Abscess doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Spinal Cord Abscess 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 Spinal Cord Abscess 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 Spinal Cord Abscess 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 Spinal Cord Abscess 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 Spinal Cord Abscess doctors near encinitas, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Spinal Cord Abscess 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 Spinal Cord Abscess doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Spinal Cord Abscess 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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