Overview
Vikas Rao is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California.
Dr. Rao is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Brain Aneurysm, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.
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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.
Keck Hospital Of USC
Gabriel Zada, MD, MS, FAANS, FACS, is Professor of Neurological Surgery, Otolaryngology, and Physiology & Neuroscience at the Keck School of Medicine of USC and an internationally recognized leader in brain, skull base, and pituitary tumor surgery. He serves as Vice Chair of Education and Residency Program Director, Surgical Director of the USC Brain Tumor Center, and Director of the USC Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery Program.Dr. Zada has performed more than 3,000 cranial operations, specializing in minimally invasive and endoscopic approaches for brain, pituitary, and skull base tumors. He completed fellowship training under Dr. Edward Laws at Harvard/Brigham and Women’s Hospital and advanced training under Dr. Paolo Cappabianca in Naples, Italy.An NIH-funded investigator, Dr. Zada has authored more than 400 peer-reviewed publications and 3 surgical textbooks. He is Editor of *Neurosurgical Focus* and President-Elect of the AANS/CNS Joint Section on Tumors. FindExpertMD ranks him the **#1 neurosurgeon in California for pituitary tumors, meningiomas, skull base neoplasms, and neuroendoscopy**. He has treated patients from around the world including Mexico, Guam, Hawaii, Europe. South America, and Canada. Dr. Zada is highly rated in 44 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Brain Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Zada is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Christopher Duma is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Duma is highly rated in 54 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.
UCLA Health Westwood Neurosurgery
Marvin Bergsneider is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Bergsneider is highly rated in 39 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Brain Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Balloon Sinuplasty.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vikas Y. Rao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vikas Y. Rao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vikas Y. Rao by calling their office at 949-388-7190. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vikas Y. Rao a top-rated expert for Delirium?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vikas Y. Rao is classified as an Distinguished expert for Delirium, 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. Vikas Y. Rao specialize in?
While Dr. Vikas Y. Rao is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, and Brain Aneurysm. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Vikas Y. Rao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vikas Y. Rao has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Delirium. You can view a list of Dr. Vikas Y. Rao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vikas Y. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Vikas Y. Rao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 949-388-7190 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Brain AneurysmDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- DeliriumDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Delirium.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
- Advanced
- ApoplexyDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly
- HydrocephalusDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- MeningiomaDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Meningioma.
- StrokeDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Stroke.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Cystic LymphangiomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Cystic Lymphangioma.
- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- Arterial Calcification of InfancyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Calcification of Infancy.
- AstrocytomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Bone GraftDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- Brain AbscessDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Brain HerniationDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Brain Herniation.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Brain TumorDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Cavernous LymphangiomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Cavernous Lymphangioma.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation
- Cerebrospinal Fluid LeakDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.
- Chiari MalformationDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation.
- Chiari Malformation Type 1Dr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 1.
- Chiari Malformation Type 2Dr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 2.
- Choroid Plexus CystDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Cyst.
- Congenital Cardiovascular ShuntDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt.
- Cystic HygromaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Hygroma.
- Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET)
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- Empty Sella SyndromeDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Empty Sella Syndrome.
- EpendymomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Epidural HematomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Hematoma.
- Familial PorencephalyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Familial Porencephaly.
- Fractured SpineDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Fractured Spine.
- GastrostomyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- GlioblastomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- GliosarcomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- HemangioblastomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Hemangioblastoma.
- Hydrocephalus due to Congenital Stenosis of Aqueduct of Sylvius
- Hygroma CervicalDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Hygroma Cervical.
- Hypothalamic TumorDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Hypothalamic Tumor.
- Isolated ACTH DeficiencyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Isolated ACTH Deficiency.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- Moyamoya DiseaseDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Moyamoya Disease.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- Normal Pressure HydrocephalusDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- OsteotomyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Osteotomy.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- PHACE SyndromeDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about PHACE Syndrome.
- Pituitary ApoplexyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Pituitary Apoplexy.
- Pituitary TumorDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Pituitary Tumor.
- PorencephalyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Porencephaly.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)
- ProlactinomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Prolactinoma.
- Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)
- Radiation Induced MeningiomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Radiation Induced Meningioma.
- Rathke Cleft CystDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Rathke Cleft Cyst.
- SchizencephalyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Schizencephaly.
- SchwannomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Schwannoma.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- Stent PlacementDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Stent Placement.
- SubependymomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Subependymoma.
- SyringobulbiaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Syringobulbia.
- SyringomyeliaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Syringomyelia.
- ThrombectomyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
- Transmyocardial RevascularizationDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Transmyocardial Revascularization.
- Vein of Galen AneurysmDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Vein of Galen Aneurysm.
- Vertebral Artery DissectionDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Vertebral Artery Dissection.
- VertebroplastyDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Vertebroplasty.
- Wyburn-Mason SyndromeDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Wyburn-Mason Syndrome.
