Overview
Dr. Asaithambi is a board-certified vascular neurologist who serves as the System Medical Director for the Stroke and Hospital Neurology Programs as part of the Allina Health Brain and Spine Institute. His practice includes caring for patients hospitalized with stroke and other cerebrovascular disorders and can offer services in-person or via telemedicine. He is available for office consultations as well.He is proud to be a part of a multidisciplinary cerebrovascular team at Allina Health where whole person care is made a priority.2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 Rising Star Top Doc, Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine2023 Top Doctor, Minnesota Monthly Magazine2025 Twin Cities Business Notable Health Care Leaders.
Dr. Asaithambi is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Thrombectomy.
Dr. Asaithambi is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Neurology, 2013, Vascular Neurology:,2014, and Neurocritical Care. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 39 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Asaithambi is currently accepting new patients.
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913 East 26th Street, Suite 601, Minneapolis, MN 55404
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Dr. Asaithambi has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ganesh Asaithambi
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ganesh Asaithambi?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ganesh Asaithambi by calling their office at 612-863-3200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ganesh Asaithambi a top-rated expert for Stroke?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ganesh Asaithambi is classified as an Elite expert for Stroke, 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. Ganesh Asaithambi specialize in?
While Dr. Ganesh Asaithambi is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Ganesh Asaithambi participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ganesh Asaithambi has published 39 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. Ganesh Asaithambi's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ganesh Asaithambi accept my insurance?
Dr. Ganesh Asaithambi accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 612-863-3200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- StrokeDr. Asaithambi isElite. Learn about Stroke.
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- Brain AneurysmDr. Asaithambi isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
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- ApoplexyDr. Asaithambi isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Asaithambi isExperienced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- ThrombectomyDr. Asaithambi isExperienced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Asaithambi isExperienced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).