Overview
Dr. Puumala is a neurosurgeon at Avera Medical Group Neurosurgery Sioux Falls.
Dr. Puumala is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Hydrocephalus, Spondylolisthesis, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy.
Dr. Puumala is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.
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Locations
1301 S Cliff Ave Plaza 2, Suite 610, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
1301 S Cliff Ave Plaza 2, Suite 610, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael R. Puumala
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael R. Puumala?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael R. Puumala by calling their office at 605-322-8860. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael R. Puumala a top-rated expert for Essential Tremor?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael R. Puumala is classified as an Advanced expert for Essential Tremor, 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. Michael R. Puumala specialize in?
While Dr. Michael R. Puumala is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Essential Tremor, Hydrocephalus, and Spondylolisthesis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Michael R. Puumala accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael R. Puumala accepts most major insurance plans, including Avera Health and DAKOTACARE. We recommend calling the office directly at 605-322-8860 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Puumala isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- Essential TremorDr. Puumala isAdvanced. Learn about Essential Tremor.
- HydrocephalusDr. Puumala isAdvanced. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- Pituitary TumorDr. Puumala isAdvanced. Learn about Pituitary Tumor.
- ProlactinomaDr. Puumala isAdvanced. Learn about Prolactinoma.
- Radiation Induced MeningiomaDr. Puumala isAdvanced. Learn about Radiation Induced Meningioma.
- Experienced
- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Puumala isExperienced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- ApoplexyDr. Puumala isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- AstrocytomaDr. Puumala isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Puumala isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Puumala isExperienced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Brain AneurysmDr. Puumala isExperienced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.