Eric W. Sankey
Expertise in
13
conditions

Dr. Eric W. Sankey

Neurosurgery
242 King Avenue, Suite 150, 
Athens, GA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
10 Years of Experience
Referral may be required
Expertise in
13
conditions
242 King Avenue, Suite 150, 
Athens, GA 

Overview

Dr. Eric Sankey is a board-certified neurosurgeon with advanced training in complex and minimally invasive spine surgery. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins and completed his residency and fellowship at Duke.Using a patient-centered, evidence-based approach, Dr. Sankey treats a wide range of neurological conditions, including degenerative spine disease, spinal deformity, traumatic brain and spine injuries, peripheral nerve disorders, and tumors affecting the nervous system.

Dr. Sankey is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Sciatica, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Spinal Fusion.

Dr. Sankey is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 86 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Sankey is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine, 2016, 2016

Residency

Duke University Medical Center, 2023

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in NC

Board Certifications

American Board Of Neurological Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

St Marys Good Samaritan Hospital
Piedmont Newton Hospital
Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center
Piedmont Walton Hospital
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Absolute Total Care South Carolina
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alliant Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Sunshine Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Piedmont Physicians Neurosurgery Athens
242 King Avenue, Suite 150, Athens, GA 30606

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eric W. Sankey

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eric W. Sankey?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Eric W. Sankey by calling their office at 706-475-1870. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Eric W. Sankey a top-rated expert for Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eric W. Sankey is classified as an Advanced expert for Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, 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. Eric W. Sankey specialize in?

While Dr. Eric W. Sankey is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Sciatica, and Increased Intracranial Pressure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Eric W. Sankey accept my insurance?

Dr. Eric W. Sankey accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 706-475-1870 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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