Dr. Amit R. 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, Hydrocephalus, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, Meningioma, and Microvascular Decompression.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 29 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.

28 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 R. Persad

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

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amit R. 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 R. Persad specialize in?

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

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

Yes. Dr. Amit R. Persad has published 28 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia. You can view a list of Dr. Amit R. 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 R. Persad accept my insurance?

Dr. Amit R. 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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