Overview
Christopher Sarkiss is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Mission Hills, California.
Dr. Sarkiss is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Brain Tumor, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 25 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Sarkiss is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
3807 Union Ave, Ste B, Bakersfield, CA 93305
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christopher A. Sarkiss
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher A. Sarkiss?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher A. Sarkiss by calling their office at 818-361-0917. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christopher A. Sarkiss a top-rated expert for Meningioma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher A. Sarkiss is classified as an Advanced expert for Meningioma, 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. Christopher A. Sarkiss specialize in?
While Dr. Christopher A. Sarkiss is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Meningioma, Chiari Malformation Type 2, and Brain Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Christopher A. Sarkiss participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christopher A. Sarkiss has published 25 articles and abstracts on conditions like Meningioma. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher A. Sarkiss's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christopher A. Sarkiss accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher A. Sarkiss accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 818-361-0917 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.
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- Advanced
- Chiari Malformation Type 2Dr. Sarkiss isAdvanced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 2.
- MeningiomaDr. Sarkiss isAdvanced. Learn about Meningioma.
- Experienced
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- AstrocytomaDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Brain TumorDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Choroid Plexus CystDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Cyst.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- Congenital Cardiovascular ShuntDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt.
- DeliriumDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- Empty Sella SyndromeDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Empty Sella Syndrome.
- Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery
- EpendymomaDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Familial PorencephalyDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Familial Porencephaly.
- Fibrous DysplasiaDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Fibrous Dysplasia.
- GlioblastomaDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- GliosarcomaDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- HydrocephalusDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- Hypothalamic TumorDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Hypothalamic Tumor.
- Isolated ACTH DeficiencyDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Isolated ACTH Deficiency.
- LaminectomyDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- Normal Pressure HydrocephalusDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Pituitary ApoplexyDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Pituitary Apoplexy.
- Pituitary TumorDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Pituitary Tumor.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)Dr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).
- ProlactinomaDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Prolactinoma.
- Radiation Induced MeningiomaDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Radiation Induced Meningioma.
- Rathke Cleft CystDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Rathke Cleft Cyst.
- Spinal TumorDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Tumor.
- StrokeDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Sarkiss isExperienced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
