Overview
Geoffrey Colby is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California.
Dr. Colby is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Endovascular Embolization.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 170 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Colby is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
757 Westwood Plz, Los Angeles, CA 90095
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. Geoffrey P. Colby
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Geoffrey P. Colby?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Geoffrey P. Colby by calling their office at 310-301-6800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Geoffrey P. Colby a top-rated expert for Brain Aneurysm?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Geoffrey P. Colby is classified as an Elite expert for Brain Aneurysm, 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. Geoffrey P. Colby specialize in?
While Dr. Geoffrey P. Colby is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, and Arteriovenous Malformation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Geoffrey P. Colby participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Geoffrey P. Colby has published 170 articles and abstracts on conditions like Brain Aneurysm. You can view a list of Dr. Geoffrey P. Colby's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Geoffrey P. Colby accept my insurance?
Dr. Geoffrey P. Colby accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-301-6800 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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- Elite
- Brain AneurysmDr. Colby isElite. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- StrokeDr. Colby isElite. Learn about Stroke.
- Distinguished
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Colby isDistinguished. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Colby isDistinguished. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Endovascular EmbolizationDr. Colby isDistinguished. Learn about Endovascular Embolization.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Colby isDistinguished. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Colby isDistinguished. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
- ThrombectomyDr. Colby isDistinguished. Learn about Thrombectomy.
- Advanced
- ApoplexyDr. Colby isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Colby isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- DeliriumDr. Colby isAdvanced. Learn about Delirium.
- HydrocephalusDr. Colby isAdvanced. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)
- Vein of Galen AneurysmDr. Colby isAdvanced. Learn about Vein of Galen Aneurysm.
- Wyburn-Mason SyndromeDr. Colby isAdvanced. Learn about Wyburn-Mason Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Arterial Calcification of InfancyDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Calcification of Infancy.
- Brain AbscessDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Brain HerniationDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Brain Herniation.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Cerebral Cavernous MalformationDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Cavernous Malformation.
- Chiari MalformationDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation.
- Chiari Malformation Type 1Dr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 1.
- Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET)
- Epidural AbscessDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Abscess.
- GastrostomyDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- HemangiomaDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Hemangioma.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- MeningiomaDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Meningioma.
- Moyamoya DiseaseDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Moyamoya Disease.
- PHACE SyndromeDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about PHACE Syndrome.
- PicaDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Pica.
- SeizuresDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- Stent PlacementDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Stent Placement.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Transmyocardial RevascularizationDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Transmyocardial Revascularization.
- Traumatic Brain InjuryDr. Colby isExperienced. Learn about Traumatic Brain Injury.
