Expertise in
50
conditions

Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian

Neurosurgery
2125 Arizona Ave, 
Santa Monica, CA 
Offers Telehealth
21 Years of Experience
Expertise in
50
conditions
2125 Arizona Ave, 
Santa Monica, CA 

Overview

Garni Barkhoudarian is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 21 years.

Dr. Barkhoudarian is highly rated in 50 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Meningioma, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Awake Craniotomy.

Dr. Barkhoudarian is board certified in American Board Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 104 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.

Graduate Institution

University Of Michigan , 2005, 2005

Residency

University of California Los Angeles , Neurosurgery , 2006 - 2011

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program in CA

Board Certifications

American Board Neurological Surgery

Fellowships

Harvard Medical School , 2011 - 2012

Hospital Affiliations

Saint John's Health Center
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Ctr

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
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

Saint John's Physicians Partners
2125 Arizona Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Other Locations
Saint John's Physicians Partners
5215 Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503
Saint John's Physicians Partners
501 S Buena Vista St, Burbank, CA 91505

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.

3 Clinical Trials

A Feasibility Study of the Nativis Voyager® System in Patients With Newly Diagnosed Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM)
A Feasibility Study of the Nativis Voyager® System in Patients With Newly Diagnosed Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 02, 2023
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
A Feasibility Study of the Nativis Voyager® System in Patients With Recurrent Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM)
A Feasibility Study of the Nativis Voyager® System in Patients With Recurrent Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 02, 2023
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
An Open-Label, Single-Arm, Phase II Study to Evaluate the Efficacy, Safety and CNS Exposure of G-202 in Patients With PSMA Positive Recurrent or Progressive Glioblastoma
An Open-Label, Single-Arm, Phase II Study to Evaluate the Efficacy, Safety and CNS Exposure of G-202 in Patients With PSMA Positive Recurrent or Progressive Glioblastoma
Enrollment Status: Withdrawn
Publish Date: February 24, 2017
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
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104 Total Publications

Risk Factors for Postoperative Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak Following Endoscopic Transsphenoidal Surgery for Craniopharyngioma: A Multicenter Cohort Study with a Contemporary Surgeon Practice Survey.
Risk Factors for Postoperative Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak Following Endoscopic Transsphenoidal Surgery for Craniopharyngioma: A Multicenter Cohort Study with a Contemporary Surgeon Practice Survey.
Journal: Research square
Published: April 17, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian by calling their office at 310-829-8319. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian a top-rated expert for Pituitary Tumor?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian is classified as an Elite expert for Pituitary Tumor, 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. Garni Barkhoudarian specialize in?

While Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Pituitary Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Hypothalamic Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian has published 104 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pituitary Tumor. You can view a list of Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian accept my insurance?

Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-829-8319 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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