Dr. Amit Persad

Neurosurgery
Office
453 Quarry Rd, 
Palo Alto, CA 
Office
453 Quarry Rd, 
Palo Alto, CA 

Overview

Amit Persad is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California.

His clinical expertise encompasses Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, Meningioma, Brain Stem Cancer, and Microvascular Decompression.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in CA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D

Locations

Office
453 Quarry Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

25 Total Publications

Microvascular Decompression for Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia and Hemi-Laryngopharyngeal Spasm Syndrome.
Microvascular Decompression for Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia and Hemi-Laryngopharyngeal Spasm Syndrome.
Journal: The Canadian journal of neurological sciences. Le journal canadien des sciences neurologiques
Published: January 14, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Amit Persad

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amit Persad?

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Is Dr. Amit Persad a top-rated expert for Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amit Persad is classified as an Experienced expert for Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia, 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. Amit Persad specialize in?

While Dr. Amit Persad is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, and Meningioma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Amit Persad participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Amit Persad has published 25 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia. You can view a list of Dr. Amit Persad's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Amit Persad accept my insurance?

Dr. Amit Persad accepts most major insurance plans, including Wellcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-586-8704 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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