Overview
Dr. Jefferson W. Chen is a board-certified UCI Health neurosurgeon. who specializes in neurological trauma and critical care, normal pressure hydrocephalus, stroke and brain tumors.He is a leader in such techniques as multimodal brain monitoring for traumatic brain injury and the use of BrainPath® technology to access deep-seated lesions.Chen earned his medical degree and a PhD from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Bethesda, Md., as part of the National Institutes of Health Medical Scientist Training Program. He completed residencies in general and neurological surgery at UC San Diego and a residency in pediatric neurosurgery at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles. He received fellowship training in neurovascular and skull base surgery at the Barrow Neurological Institute of St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, Ariz.His research interests include the study of the molecular mechanisms and biochemical underpinnings of traumatic brain injury and stroke, and the flow of fluids through the brain.
Dr. Chen is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Hydrocephalus, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.
Dr. Chen is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 62 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
101 The City Drive South, Building 30, Orange, CA 92868
19210 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92612
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Chen 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.
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. Jefferson W. Chen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jefferson W. Chen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jefferson W. Chen by calling their office at 714-456-3656. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jefferson W. Chen a top-rated expert for Chronic Subdural Hematoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jefferson W. Chen is classified as an Elite expert for Chronic Subdural Hematoma, 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. Jefferson W. Chen specialize in?
While Dr. Jefferson W. Chen is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Hydrocephalus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Jefferson W. Chen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jefferson W. Chen has published 62 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Subdural Hematoma. You can view a list of Dr. Jefferson W. Chen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jefferson W. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Jefferson W. Chen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-456-3656 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Chronic Subdural Hematoma
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- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Chen isDistinguished. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Congenital Cardiovascular ShuntDr. Chen isDistinguished. Learn about Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt.
- DeliriumDr. Chen isDistinguished. Learn about Delirium.
- HydrocephalusDr. Chen isDistinguished. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- Normal Pressure HydrocephalusDr. Chen isDistinguished. Learn about Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.
- StrokeDr. Chen isDistinguished. Learn about Stroke.
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- ApoplexyDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- AstrocytomaDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- EpendymomaDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- GlioblastomaDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
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- Abdominal Cystic LymphangiomaDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Cystic Lymphangioma.
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Binder's SyndromeDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Binder's Syndrome.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Brain TumorDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Bulging FontanellesDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Bulging Fontanelles.