Overview
Derek Samples is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Aurora, Colorado.
Dr. Samples is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epidural Hematoma, Chiari Malformation, Subdural Effusion, Brain Herniation, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Samples is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
Locations
13123 E 16th Ave, Aurora, CO 80045
4125 Briargate Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80920
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. Derek C. Samples
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Derek C. Samples?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Derek C. Samples by calling their office at 720-777-1234. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Derek C. Samples a top-rated expert for Epidural Hematoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Derek C. Samples is classified as an Advanced expert for Epidural 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. Derek C. Samples specialize in?
While Dr. Derek C. Samples is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Epidural Hematoma, Chiari Malformation, and Subdural Effusion. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Derek C. Samples participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Derek C. Samples has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Epidural Hematoma. You can view a list of Dr. Derek C. Samples's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Derek C. Samples accept my insurance?
Dr. Derek C. Samples accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 720-777-1234 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
- Advanced
- Epidural HematomaDr. Samples isAdvanced. Learn about Epidural Hematoma.
- Experienced
- Brain AbscessDr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Brain HerniationDr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Brain Herniation.
- Brain TumorDr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Bulging FontanellesDr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Bulging Fontanelles.
- Chiari MalformationDr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation.
- Chiari Malformation Type 1Dr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 1.
- Chiari Malformation Type 2Dr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 2.
- GliomaDr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)Dr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).
- PineocytomaDr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Pineocytoma.
- Posterior Fossa DecompressionDr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Decompression.
- Subdural EffusionDr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Subdural Effusion.
- SyringobulbiaDr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Syringobulbia.
- SyringomyeliaDr. Samples isExperienced. Learn about Syringomyelia.