Overview
Farook Kidwai is a Neurosurgery provider in Silver Spring, Maryland. His top areas of expertise are Fractured Spine, Cervical Spondylosis, Hydrocephalus, Subdural Hematoma, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
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- PPO
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- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1300 Spring St Ste 210, Silver Spring, MD 20910
629 Washington St, Watertown, NY 13601
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Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
Dr. Mark Luciano is the director of the Johns Hopkins Hydrocephalus and Cerebral Fluid Center. A renowned leader in treating hydrocephalus, Dr. Luciano is distinguished both nationally and internationally for his research and educational and clinical work in neuroendoscopy. Dr. Luciano treats adults with hydrocephalus, pseudotumor cerebri, intracranial hypotension, Chiari malformations, and cerebral and spinal cysts. He has significant expertise treating children and adults with cerebrospinal fluid leaks and congenital disorders. Among his accomplishments in neuroscience research and biomedical engineering are his investigation of the cerebrovascular response to hydrocephalus and the invention of a unique device for control of intracranial pressure (ICP) pulsatility to increase blood flow. His National Institutes of Health-funded studies have explored prolonged compression and hypoxia in the brain as a result of hydrocephalus, as well as the interaction between cerebrospinal fluid and vascular systems. Dr. Luciano is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Gastrostomy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Farook Kidwai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Farook Kidwai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Farook Kidwai by calling their office at 301-585-7900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Farook Kidwai a top-rated expert for Fractured Spine?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Farook Kidwai is classified as an Experienced expert for Fractured Spine, 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. Farook Kidwai specialize in?
While Dr. Farook Kidwai is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Fractured Spine, Cervical Spondylosis, and Hydrocephalus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Farook Kidwai accept my insurance?
Dr. Farook Kidwai accepts most major insurance plans, including Kaiser Permanente and UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 301-585-7900 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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