Overview
Bob Shafa is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Torrance, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 25 years.
Dr. Shafa is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy.
Dr. Shafa is board certified in American Board Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Locations
3400 Lomita Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Bob B. Shafa
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Bob B. Shafa?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Bob B. Shafa by calling their office at 310-540-0965. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Bob B. Shafa a top-rated expert for Subdural Hematoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Bob B. Shafa is classified as an Advanced expert for Subdural Hematoma, 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. Bob B. Shafa specialize in?
While Dr. Bob B. Shafa is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Delirium. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Bob B. Shafa participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Bob B. Shafa has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Subdural Hematoma. You can view a list of Dr. Bob B. Shafa's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Bob B. Shafa accept my insurance?
Dr. Bob B. Shafa accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-540-0965 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Shafa isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Shafa isAdvanced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
- Experienced
- ApoplexyDr. Shafa isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- AstrocytomaDr. Shafa isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Shafa isExperienced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Shafa isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Brain TumorDr. Shafa isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Shafa isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.