
Overview
Dr. Daniela A. Bota is a UCI Health neuro-oncologist who specializes in the treatment of primary and metastatic brain and spinal cord tumors, as well as in the neurological complications of cancers.She earned her medical degree at Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Bucharest, Romania. She completed a residency in neurology at University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, followed by a fellowship in neuro-oncology at Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, N.C.Bota's academic research and clinical practice focus on innovative treatments for brain malignancies. She currently serves as a principal investigator for numerous studies including novel glioblastoma stem-cell targeted chemotherapy agents, cellular immunotherapy studies and wearable devices. She consults for multiple companies involved in developing drugs, cellular therapies and devices for human use. In support of these efforts, Bota’s translational research lab investigates potential therapies for malignant gliomas.She also serves as vice dean for Clinical Research at theUCI School of Medicineand director of theUCI Alpha Stem Cell Clinic.
Dr. Bota is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 94 peer reviewed articles and participating in 18 clinical trials.
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Locations
19208 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92612
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.
18 Clinical Trials
UCI Health ALS & Neuromuscular Center
Dr. Tahseen Mozaffar is a Professor of Neurology, Orthopaedic Surgery and Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at University of California, Irvine. He is the Director of the UC Irvine-MDA ALS and Neuromuscular Center and the Director of the Division of Neuromuscular Diseases. Dr. Mozaffar serves as chair of one of the biomedical committees and the institutional liaison for Trials Innovation Hub for the Center for Translational Sciences Award (CTSA) at University of California, Irvine. He is the Principal Investigator for UCI-NEXT, the NeuroNEXT award to the University of California, Irvine, one of 25 such NeuroNEXT sites funded by the NINDS/NIH.. Dr. Mozaffar is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pompe Disease, Inclusion Body Myositis, Myositis, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Mozaffar is board certified in Board Certification In Neurology, 1996-2026, Board Certification In Neuromuscular Medicine, 2008-2028, and Board Certification In Clinical Neuromuscular Pathology, 2015 - 2025. Dr. Mozaffar is currently accepting new patients.
UCI Health ALS & Neuromuscular Center
Dr. Namita Goyal is a UCI Health neurologist with board certifications in neurology, electrodiagnostic medicine and neuromuscular medicine. Dr. Goyal is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inclusion Body Myositis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Myositis, and Primary Lateral Sclerosis. Dr. Goyal is board certified in CA State Medical License 2012 - 2024 and MA State Medical License 2006 - 2023.
Daniel Shrey is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Shrey is highly rated in 55 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), and Epilepsy. Dr. Shrey is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Daniela A. Bota
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Daniela A. Bota?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Daniela A. Bota by calling their office at 714-456-8000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Daniela A. Bota a top-rated expert for Glioblastoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Daniela A. Bota is classified as an Elite expert for Glioblastoma, 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. Daniela A. Bota specialize in?
While Dr. Daniela A. Bota is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, and Glioma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Daniela A. Bota participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Daniela A. Bota has published 94 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glioblastoma. You can view a list of Dr. Daniela A. Bota's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Daniela A. Bota accept my insurance?
Dr. Daniela A. Bota accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-456-8000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- AstrocytomaDr. Bota isElite. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Brain TumorDr. Bota isElite. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- GlioblastomaDr. Bota isElite. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Bota isElite. Learn about Glioma.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Bota isElite. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- Distinguished
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Bota isDistinguished. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- EpendymomaDr. Bota isDistinguished. Learn about Ependymoma.
- GliosarcomaDr. Bota isDistinguished. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- MeningiomaDr. Bota isDistinguished. Learn about Meningioma.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Bota isDistinguished. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Bota isDistinguished. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Bota isDistinguished. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Bota isDistinguished. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Bota isDistinguished. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)Dr. Bota isDistinguished. Learn about Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).
- Advanced
- Legius SyndromeDr. Bota isAdvanced. Learn about Legius Syndrome.
- MedulloblastomaDr. Bota isAdvanced. Learn about Medulloblastoma.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Bota isAdvanced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2)
- PineoblastomaDr. Bota isAdvanced. Learn about Pineoblastoma.
- Primary Lymphoma of the BrainDr. Bota isAdvanced. Learn about Primary Lymphoma of the Brain.
- RASopathiesDr. Bota isAdvanced. Learn about RASopathies.
- SubependymomaDr. Bota isAdvanced. Learn about Subependymoma.
- Experienced
- Absence SeizureDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- ArachnoiditisDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoiditis.
- Boucher-Neuhauser SyndromeDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Boucher-Neuhauser Syndrome.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Cavernous Sinus ThrombosisDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Cerebral Ventricle CancerDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Ventricle Cancer.
- Cramp-Fasciculation SyndromeDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.
- CraniopharyngiomaDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Craniopharyngioma.
- Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy
- Diencephalic SyndromeDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Diencephalic Syndrome.
- Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET)
- Episodic Ataxia with NystagmusDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Episodic Ataxia with Nystagmus.
- GanglioneuroblastomaDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Ganglioneuroblastoma.
- GanglioneuromaDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Ganglioneuroma.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- HeadacheDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Headache.
- HydrocephalusDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- MeningitisDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Meningitis.
- Neural Crest TumorDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Neural Crest Tumor.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)Dr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).
- Olfactory NeuroblastomaDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Olfactory Neuroblastoma.
- Optic Atrophy Type 1Dr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Optic Atrophy Type 1.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Radiation Induced MeningiomaDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Radiation Induced Meningioma.
- SchwannomatosisDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Schwannomatosis.
- SeizuresDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- Spinal TumorDr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Tumor.
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 1Dr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 1.
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 11Dr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 11.
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 17Dr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 17.
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 27Dr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 27.
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3Dr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3.
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31Dr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31.
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 7Dr. Bota isExperienced. Learn about Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 7.
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC)
