Overview
Atman Desai is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California.
Dr. Desai is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Chordoma, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 137 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
213 Quarry Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304
300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305
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.
Office
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Atman M. Desai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Atman M. Desai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Atman M. Desai by calling their office at 650-723-6469. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Atman M. Desai a top-rated expert for Laminectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Atman M. Desai is classified as an Distinguished expert for Laminectomy, 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. Atman M. Desai specialize in?
While Dr. Atman M. Desai is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Laminectomy, Spinal Stenosis, and Spondylolisthesis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Atman M. Desai participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Atman M. Desai has published 137 articles and abstracts on conditions like Laminectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Atman M. Desai's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Atman M. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Atman M. Desai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-723-6469 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- LaminectomyDr. Desai isDistinguished. Learn about Laminectomy.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Desai isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Desai isDistinguished. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- Advanced
- Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
- Bone TumorDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- ChordomaDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Chordoma.
- Epidural AbscessDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Epidural Abscess.
- Epidural HematomaDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Epidural Hematoma.
- Fractured SpineDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Fractured Spine.
- HemangioblastomaDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Hemangioblastoma.
- Hepatic HemangiomaDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatic Hemangioma.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- Klippel-Feil SyndromeDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Klippel-Feil Syndrome.
- KyphosisDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Kyphosis.
- OsteochondromaDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Osteochondroma.
- SchwannomaDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Schwannoma.
- SciaticaDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Sciatica.
- ScoliosisDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Spinal Cord AbscessDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Cord Abscess.
- Spinal FusionDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Fusion.
- Spinal TumorDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Tumor.
- Experienced
- Absence SeizureDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- AchondroplasiaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Achondroplasia.
- ApoplexyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Brain TumorDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Cerebral Cavernous MalformationDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Cavernous Malformation.
- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Chiari Malformation Type 2Dr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 2.
- ChondrosarcomaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Chondrosarcoma.
- Chronic PainDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pain.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- DeliriumDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- EpilepsyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Foot DropDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- GliomaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- HemangiomaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Hemangioma.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.
- Herniated DiskDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- Legius SyndromeDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Legius Syndrome.
- LordosisDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Lordosis.
- MeningiomaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Meningioma.
- MeningoceleDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Meningocele.
- MicrodiscectomyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Microdiscectomy.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2)Dr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2).
- OsteotomyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Osteotomy.
- Pituitary TumorDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Pituitary Tumor.
- RASopathiesDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about RASopathies.
- SchwannomatosisDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Schwannomatosis.
- SeizuresDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- StrokeDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
- SubependymomaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Subependymoma.
- SyringobulbiaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Syringobulbia.
- SyringomyeliaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Syringomyelia.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.