Carolina S. Garcia
Expertise in
2
conditions

Dr. Carolina S. Garcia

General Surgery | Neurosurgery
2450 Riverside Avenue, Flr 12 EAST, 
Minneapolis, MN 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
2
conditions
2450 Riverside Avenue, Flr 12 EAST, 
Minneapolis, MN 

Overview

Carolina Garcia is a General Surgeon and a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Dr. Garcia is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy.

Dr. Garcia is board certified in Neurological Surgery: American Board Of Neurological Surgery, 2022. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 34 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Garcia is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery
Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in FL

Board Certifications

Neurological Surgery: American Board Of Neurological Surgery, 2022

Fellowships

Brigham & Women's Hospital, Research - 2010
Nicklaus Children's Hospital, Pediatric Neurosurgery - 2018

Languages Spoken

English
German
Spanish

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Group Health Cooperative
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
PreferredOne
  • HMO
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
South Country Health Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

M Health Fairview Explorer Pediatric Specialty Clinic
2450 Riverside Avenue, Flr 12 EAST, Minneapolis, MN 55454

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.

34 Total Publications

Does Posterior Fossa Decompression Disrupt Craniocervical Alignment in Chiari Patients?
Does Posterior Fossa Decompression Disrupt Craniocervical Alignment in Chiari Patients?
Journal: World neurosurgery
Published: May 13, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Carolina S. Garcia

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Carolina S. Garcia?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Carolina S. Garcia by calling their office at 651-232-3900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Carolina S. Garcia a top-rated expert for Posterior Fossa Decompression?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Carolina S. Garcia is classified as an Advanced expert for Posterior Fossa Decompression, 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. Carolina S. Garcia specialize in?

While Dr. Carolina S. Garcia is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Posterior Fossa Decompression, Hydrocephalus, and Chiari Malformation Type 2. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Carolina S. Garcia participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Carolina S. Garcia has published 34 articles and abstracts on conditions like Posterior Fossa Decompression. You can view a list of Dr. Carolina S. Garcia's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Carolina S. Garcia accept my insurance?

Dr. Carolina S. Garcia accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Group Health Cooperative. We recommend calling the office directly at 651-232-3900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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