Overview
Ricardo Cortez is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Mcallen, Texas.
His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1801 S 5th St Ste 122, Mcallen, TX 78503
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. Ricardo Cortez
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ricardo Cortez?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ricardo Cortez by calling their office at 956-762-5500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ricardo Cortez a top-rated expert for Cervical Myelopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ricardo Cortez is classified as an Experienced expert for Cervical Myelopathy, 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. Ricardo Cortez specialize in?
While Dr. Ricardo Cortez is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Cervical Myelopathy, Subdural Hematoma, and Spinal Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Ricardo Cortez participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ricardo Cortez has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cervical Myelopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Ricardo Cortez's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ricardo Cortez accept my insurance?
Dr. Ricardo Cortez accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 956-762-5500 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.
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- ApoplexyDr. Cortez isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Bone GraftDr. Cortez isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Cortez isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Cortez isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Cortez isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Cortez isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.