The 20 Best Craniectomy Doctors in Florida, US

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Craniectomy

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 36 doctor with experience in Craniectomy near Florida, US. Of these, 20 are Experienced, 14 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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36 providers found
    Distinguished in Craniectomy
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Craniectomy
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Smyth is chief of the pediatric neurosurgery division at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital and director of the pediatric neurosurgery fellowship program. His specialties include pediatric neurosurgery, with sub-specialization in pediatric epilepsy surgery and craniofacial surgery with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques. In addition, Dr. Smyth is a professor of neurosurgery in the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Before joining the Johns Hopkins All Children’s medical staff, Dr. Smyth was the Appoline Blair Professor of Neurological Surgery and Pediatrics at St. Louis Children’s Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Dr. Smyth earned his medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine. He completed a general surgery internship in the Department of Surgery at the University of California, Irvine. He then completed a residency in the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of California in San Francisco, where he was chief resident. Dr. Smyth completed a pediatric neurosurgery fellowship at the Children’s Hospital of Alabama, Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Smyth is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Craniosynostosis, Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy. Dr. Smyth is board certified in American Board Of Pediatric Neurological Surgery and American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Distinguished in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery

    Univ. Medical Service Association Inc.

    2 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kunal Vakharia is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Vakharia is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Brain Aneurysm, Craniectomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Univ. Medical Service Association Inc.

    2 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary Cain is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Cain is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Preeclampsia, Gestational Diabetes, Premature Infant, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Craniectomy.

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    Experienced in Craniectomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Craniectomy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Ryder Trauma Center Jackson Memorial

    1800 NW 10th Ave, 
    Miami, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Namias is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Namias is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Gangrene, Appendectomy, and Splenectomy.

    Experienced in Craniectomy
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Craniectomy
    Cardiology

    AdventHealth Medical Group Heart Care At North Dale Mabry

    6919 N Dale Mabry Hwy Ste 125, 
    Tampa,, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Juan Garcia is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Tampa,, Florida. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Fainting, Angina, Familial Hypertension, and Craniectomy.

    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery

    UHealth Outpatient Center

    1295 NW 14th St, 
    Miami, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Starke is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Starke is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Arteriovenous Malformation, Brain Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurology
    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurology

    Univ. Medical Service Association Inc.

    2 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Maxim Mokin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Mokin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Apoplexy, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Gastroenterology

    AdventHealth Medical Group Gastroenterology & Hepatology At East Orlando

    258 S Chickasaw Trl Ste 300, 
    Orlando, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ahsan Khan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Khan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Craniectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery

    Cedars Healthcare Group LTD.

    1400 NW 12th Ave, 
    Miami, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ricardo Komotar is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Komotar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 58 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Tumor, Meningioma, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Advanced in Craniectomy

    Carolyn M. Carey MD PA

    2 Tampa General Cir Fl 7, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Waldo Guerrero is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Guerrero is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Brain Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    800 Prudential Dr Ste 1100, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Polifka is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Polifka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Endovascular Embolization.

    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Radiation Oncology

    Pinellas Radiation Oncology Associates

    3155 N McMullen Booth Rd, 
    Clearwater, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Brooks is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Brooks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and Craniectomy.

    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery

    Univ. Medical Service Association Inc.

    2 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Erik Hayman is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Hayman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lordosis, Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Craniectomy.

    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Advanced in Craniectomy

    Apex Brain & Spine PLLC

    3530 Kraft Rd Ste 203, 
    Naples, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Cannarsa is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Naples, Florida. Dr. Cannarsa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Craniectomy.

    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    3100 SW 62nd Ave Ste 3109, 
    Miami, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Buckley is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Buckley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Brain Herniation, Seizures, Absence Seizure, and Craniectomy.

    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery

    Southern Baptist Hospital Of Florida Inc

    800 Prudential Dr, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ricardo Hanel is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Hanel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery

    NeuRepair Brain & Spine

    8140 Picton Way Ste 102, 
    Trinity, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Derrick Dupre is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Trinity, Florida. Dr. Dupre is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism, Oppenheim Dystonia, Craniectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Dupre is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    300 Saint Elizabeth Way Ste 270, 
    Saint Johns, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Orgest Lajthia is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Saint Johns, Florida. Dr. Lajthia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, Thrombectomy, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Craniectomy
    Neurosurgery

    Memorial Division Of Neurology

    1150 N 35th Ave Ste 300, 
    Hollywood, FL 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Smolar is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Hollywood, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Smolar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Kyphosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Craniectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Smolar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Craniectomy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Craniectomy
    Internal Medicine

    Reliance Medical Associates Of Jax LLC

    8833 Perimeter Park Blvd Ste 503, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vishal Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Craniectomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Craniectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Craniectomy doctor in Florida, US?

    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 a Craniectomy doctor in Florida, US?

    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 Craniectomy doctors in Florida, US?

    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 Craniectomy doctors in Florida, US?

    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 a Craniectomy doctor in Florida, US?

    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 Craniectomy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Craniectomy 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 a Craniectomy doctor in Florida, US?

    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 Craniectomy 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 Craniectomy 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 Craniectomy doctors in Florida, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Craniectomy 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 a Craniectomy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Craniectomy 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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