Expertise in
57
conditions

Dr. Laura M. Prolo

Neurosurgery
Stanford Childrens Health
730 Welch Rd Fl 2, 
Palo Alto, CA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
57
conditions
Stanford Childrens Health
730 Welch Rd Fl 2, 
Palo Alto, CA 

Overview

Laura Prolo is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California.

Dr. Prolo is highly rated in 57 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation Type 1, Hydrocephalus, Chiari Malformation, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Thrombectomy.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 62 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Prolo is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in NV

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID

Locations

Stanford Childrens Health
730 Welch Rd Fl 2, Palo Alto, CA 94304

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Prolo 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.

Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)

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.

62 Total Publications

Ependymomas are cancers of the pre-neural crest/roof plate lineage.
Ependymomas are cancers of the pre-neural crest/roof plate lineage.
Journal: bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology
Published: July 29, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Laura M. Prolo

Is Dr. Laura M. Prolo a top-rated expert for Chiari Malformation Type 1?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Laura M. Prolo is classified as an Distinguished expert for Chiari Malformation Type 1, 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. Laura M. Prolo specialize in?

While Dr. Laura M. Prolo is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Chiari Malformation Type 1, Hydrocephalus, and Chiari Malformation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Laura M. Prolo participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Laura M. Prolo has published 62 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chiari Malformation Type 1. You can view a list of Dr. Laura M. Prolo's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Laura M. Prolo accept my insurance?

Dr. Laura M. Prolo accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicaid. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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