Overview
Dr. John Gachiani is board certified in adult neurosurgery and pediatric neurosurgery and is part of BayCare Medical Group where he sees patients of all ages. He brings more than 17 years of experience and has expertise in minimally invasive surgery, which allows for smaller incisions, less pain and quicker return to activity. He serves the Tampa Bay area from his practice on N. MacDill Avenue. Dr. Gachiani offers the full spectrum of neurosurgery spine and brain treatments including: cervical discectomy and fusion, cervical laminectomy with and without fusion, cervical foraminotomy, cervical disc replacement, lumbar discectomy, lumbar laminectomy, lumbar fusion, thoracic discectomy and fusion, kyphoplasty, spine tumors, carpal tunnel, chiari malformations, syringomyelia, brain tumors, hydrocephalus, tethered spinal cord, baclofen pumps, craniosynostosis, spine and brain trauma. Dr. Gachiani is a member of the American Board of Neurological Surgeons, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the International Society of Pediatric Neurosurgeons and the American Academy of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Gachiani completed his undergraduate studies in biology from Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pennsylvania. He earned his Doctor of Medicine at Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth in Hanover, New Hampshire. He continued his medical education by completing a neurosurgery residency at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, followed by a pediatric neurosurgery fellowship at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas, Texas.
Dr. Gachiani is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.
Dr. Gachiani is board certified in AB Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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2470 Bloomingdale Ave # 123, Valrico, FL 33596
3101 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Ste 125, Tampa, FL 33607
3101 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Ste 125, Tampa, FL 33607
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John M. Gachiani
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John M. Gachiani?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John M. Gachiani by calling their office at 813-554-8690. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John M. Gachiani a top-rated expert for Chronic Subdural Hematoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John M. Gachiani is classified as an Advanced 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. John M. Gachiani specialize in?
While Dr. John M. Gachiani is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Delirium. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. John M. Gachiani participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John M. Gachiani has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Subdural Hematoma. You can view a list of Dr. John M. Gachiani's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John M. Gachiani accept my insurance?
Dr. John M. Gachiani accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 813-554-8690 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Gachiani isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- DeliriumDr. Gachiani isAdvanced. Learn about Delirium.
- Pituitary TumorDr. Gachiani isAdvanced. Learn about Pituitary Tumor.
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- Subdural HematomaDr. Gachiani isAdvanced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
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- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Gachiani isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Gachiani isExperienced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Bone GraftDr. Gachiani isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.