The 20 Best Awake Craniotomy Doctors near irvine, CA

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Awake Craniotomy

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 31 doctor with experience in Awake Craniotomy near irvine, CA. Of these, 28 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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31 providers found
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required
    16300 Sand Canyon Avenue, Suite 614, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Vivek Mehta is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Mehta is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Neurosurgery Services

    101 The City Drive South, Building 30, 
    Orange, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hokkien, Taiwanese
    Offers Telehealth

    Frank Hsu is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Meningioma, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Hsu is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery.

    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Referral may be required

    Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Duma is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Duma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 54 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Referral may be required
    3900 W Coast Hwy, Suite 300, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Dobkin is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Dobkin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Neurosurgery Services

    101 The City Drive South, Building 30, 
    Orange, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Sumeet Vadera is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Vadera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Subdural Hematoma, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Vadera is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Surgery Services

    101 The City Drive South, Building 29, 
    Orange, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Mark Linskey is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Linskey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Meningioma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Linskey is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Neurosurgery Services

    101 The City Drive South, Building 30, 
    Orange, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jefferson Chen is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Hydrocephalus, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Chen is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Digestive Disease Center

    101 The City Drive South, Building 22C, 
    Orange, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Annie Wang is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Orange, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Arteriovenous Malformation, Gastric Bypass, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Wang is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery).

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Neurosurgery Services

    101 The City Drive South, Building 30, 
    Orange, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Offers Telehealth

    Kiarash Golshani is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Golshani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Subdural Hematoma, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Golshani is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine

    Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Salina Wolf is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Wolf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Cholecystitis, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Palliative Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anna-maria Angelakis is a Palliative Medicine provider practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Angelakis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Liver Failure, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine

    Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ashley Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Stroke, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine

    Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vuanh Truong is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Truong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Stroke, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Referral may be required

    Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Loreen Strope is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Strope is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Pneumonia, Necrosis, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine

    Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Meis is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Meis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine

    Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Eilbert is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Eilbert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Sepsis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine

    Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Ensley is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Ensley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chordoma, Sepsis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine

    Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Barakat is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Barakat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Internal Medicine

    Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deepak Suresh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Suresh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Arachnoiditis, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Brain Tumor Center At Hoag

    3900 W Coast Hwy Ste 300, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Louis is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Louis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Prolactinoma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Awake Craniotomy.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    When should I see an Awake Craniotomy doctor near irvine, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Awake Craniotomy doctor near irvine, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Awake Craniotomy doctors near irvine, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Awake Craniotomy doctors near irvine, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Awake Craniotomy doctor near irvine, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Awake Craniotomy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Awake Craniotomy doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Awake Craniotomy doctor near irvine, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Awake Craniotomy doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Awake Craniotomy doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Awake Craniotomy doctors near irvine, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Awake Craniotomy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Awake Craniotomy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Awake Craniotomy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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