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Dr. Lauren Stafford, MD

Dr. Lauren Stafford, MD

Anesthesiologist

Oakland, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Stafford, Anesthesiologist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Lauren Stafford, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Stafford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stafford’s office at (510) 752-1000.

    Is Dr. Stafford board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Stafford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Stafford speak?

    Dr. Stafford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Stafford typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Stafford diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Stafford. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Findings on Skull or Head Scan
    • Unusual Head Imaging
    • Atypical Skull Scan
    • Abnormal Brain Scan (general)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R930: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of skull and head, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Stafford typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Stafford may include:

    Please contact Dr. Stafford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Stafford accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Stafford's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Stafford's office located?

    Dr. Lauren Stafford's Primary Practice

    275 W MacArthur Blvd

    Oakland, CA 94611

    (510) 752-1000

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    Dr. Lauren Stafford's Practice 2

    3600 Broadway

    Piedmont, CA 94611

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    What is Dr. Stafford's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Stafford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336308337.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stafford?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stafford

    What is Dr. Lauren Stafford's specialty?

    Dr. Stafford is an Anesthesiologist near Oakland, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Lauren Stafford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Stafford is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Lauren Stafford accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Stafford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Stafford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stafford's office at (510) 752-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lauren Stafford?

    Please contact Dr. Stafford's office at (510) 752-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Stafford's office located?

    Dr. Stafford's offices are located in Oakland, CA and Piedmont, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lauren Stafford have?

    Dr. Lauren Stafford is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.