Dr. James W. Leiphart
Overview
Dr. James Leiphart is specialty care physician board certified in neurological surgery at Inova Health System. He joined Inova with nine years of surgical and clinical experience. He has a special interest in management of epilepsy and complex pain syndrome. Dr. Leiphart is the Vice Chair of Education for Inova Neurosciences, Director of the Inova Neurosurgery Residency Program, and serves the Department of Neurosciences at Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine Inova Campus where he holds the title of Associate Professor. Dr. Leiphart chose to practice neurosurgery because there is so much potential to make a difference utilizing the surgical approach for patients dealing with complex brain disease. A native of Muncie, Indiana, Dr. Leiphart currently resides in Arlington, VA. Published Blog Articles and Other Media Video Qamar's Story: Seizure-Free with Laser Ablation Surgical Treatment Gabriel's Story: Use of Laser Ablation Treatment for Seizures Blogs With NeuroPace, Inova Epilepsy Center Offers Christian an Effective Treatment for His Complex Epilepsy (November 2022).
Dr. Leiphart is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.
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8081 Innovation Park Dr, 900, Fairfax, VA 22031
3300 Gallows Rd, Department Of Neurosciences, Falls Church, VA 22042
7051 Heathcote Village Wy, 230, Gainesville, VA 20155
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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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 clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Stent Placement. Dr. Luciano is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James W. Leiphart
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James W. Leiphart?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James W. Leiphart by calling their office at 571-472-4100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James W. Leiphart a top-rated expert for Delirium?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James W. Leiphart is classified as an Distinguished expert for Delirium, 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. James W. Leiphart specialize in?
While Dr. James W. Leiphart is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, and Chronic Subdural Hematoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. James W. Leiphart participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James W. Leiphart has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Delirium. You can view a list of Dr. James W. Leiphart's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James W. Leiphart accept my insurance?
Dr. James W. Leiphart accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 571-472-4100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- DeliriumDr. Leiphart isDistinguished. Learn about Delirium.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Leiphart isDistinguished. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
- Advanced
- ApoplexyDr. Leiphart isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Leiphart isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- SeizuresDr. Leiphart isAdvanced. Learn about Seizures.
- StrokeDr. Leiphart isAdvanced. Learn about Stroke.
- Experienced
- AstrocytomaDr. Leiphart isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Leiphart isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE)
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Leiphart isExperienced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Brain AbscessDr. Leiphart isExperienced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Brain TumorDr. Leiphart isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.