Overview
Alon Orlev, MD, is neurosurgeon fellowship-trained in neurosurgical oncology, minimally invasive skull base neurosurgery, and cerebrovascular neurosurgery. Dr. Orlev loves to help solve complex surgical problems his patients face. He emphasizes patient education and seeks to ensure his patients feel empowered to make the best decisions for their health.Dr. Orlev served as a cerebrovascular and skull base neurosurgeon at the largest academic neurosurgery department in Israel. He also served as the residency program director. He has an interest and growing experience in using innovative technology that allows precise, minimally invasive neurosurgical treatment of cranial lesions.Prior to beginning his journey in medicine, Dr. Orlev served as a helicopter pilot and flight instructor in the Israeli Airforce, where his experience making high-stakes, swift decisions now guides him in daily critical operative decision-making.Away from work, he loves to spend as much time as possible with his family, on the water or on the ski slopes. He also enjoys flying and hiking.
His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombophlebitis, Cerebral Cavernous Malformation, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Orlev is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
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- PPO
Locations
1608 S J Street, 5th Floor, Tacoma, WA 98405
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alon S. Orlev
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alon S. Orlev?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alon S. Orlev by calling their office at 253-274-7505. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alon S. Orlev a top-rated expert for Thrombophlebitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alon S. Orlev is classified as an Experienced expert for Thrombophlebitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alon S. Orlev specialize in?
While Dr. Alon S. Orlev is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Thrombophlebitis, Cerebral Cavernous Malformation, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Alon S. Orlev participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alon S. Orlev has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thrombophlebitis. You can view a list of Dr. Alon S. Orlev's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alon S. Orlev accept my insurance?
Dr. Alon S. Orlev accepts most major insurance plans, including Premera. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-274-7505 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Cerebral Cavernous MalformationDr. Orlev isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Cavernous Malformation.
- Gamma Knife RadiosurgeryDr. Orlev isExperienced. Learn about Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
- HemangiomaDr. Orlev isExperienced. Learn about Hemangioma.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Orlev isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Orlev isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Trigeminal NeuralgiaDr. Orlev isExperienced. Learn about Trigeminal Neuralgia.