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Dr. Stephen Skirboll, MD

Dr. Stephen Skirboll, MD

Stanford, CA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Skirboll, Neurosurgeon in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Stephen Skirboll, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Skirboll graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Skirboll is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skirboll’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skirboll’s office at (650) 723-4000.

    Where did Dr. Skirboll go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery | University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals | University of Washington Program

    • Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Skirboll board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Skirboll, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery , American Board of Neurological Surgery since 2002

    What languages does Dr. Skirboll speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Skirboll typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Skirboll 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. Skirboll. 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:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Does Dr. Skirboll accept my insurance?

    Dr. Skirboll accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Skirboll accept in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Skirboll in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Skirboll's office located?

    Stanford University Med Center Dept Of Neurosurge

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 723-4000

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Journal of Neuro-Oncology Award, Congress of Neurological Surgeons

    Publications

    Targeting a Glioblastoma Cancer Stem-Cell Population Defined by EGF Receptor Variant III.

    , 2014

    An Ri Screen Identifies TRRAP as a Regulator of Brain Tumor-Initiating Cell Differentiation

    , 2010

    Health-related quality-of-life status in Veterans with spil disorders

    , 2013

    Patterns of care and survival for glioblastoma patients in the Veterans population

    , 2012

    Pituitary Adenomas Can Appear as Hypermetabolic Lesions in 18F-FDG PET Imaging

    , 2010

    Reversal of Preoperative Catatonic State by Surgical Resection of an Adult

    , 2009

    Cargo areas of pickup trucks: an avoidable mechanism for neurological injuries in children

    , 2007

    Paradoxical transtentorial herniation due to CSF draige in the presence of a hemicraniectomy

    , 2006

    Intracranial dural arteriovenous fistula causing a myelopathy

    , 2002

    Surface passivation of a microfluidic device to glial cell adhesion

    , 2002

    Neurotrophin-3 modulates noradrenergic neuron function and opiate withdrawal

    , 2001

    Magnetic source imaging and brain surgery: presurgical and intraoperative planning in 26 patients

    , 2000

    Intracranial vascular astomosis using the microastomotic system - Technical note

    , 1998

    Revascularization and bypass procedures for cerebral aneurysms

    , 1998

    Noninvasive physiologic evaluation of the aneurysm patient

    , 1998

    Functiol cortex and subcortical white matter located within gliomas

    , 1996

    INVIVO CHANGES OF CATECHOLAMINES IN HEMIPARKINSONIAN MONKEYS MEASURED BY MICRODIALYSIS

    , 1990

    METHODOLOGY OF MICRODIALYSIS OF NEOSTRIATUM IN HEMIPARKINSONIAN NONHUMAN-PRIMATES

    , 1990

    SURVIVAL OF ADULT 5-HT NEURONS FOLLOWING INTRAOCULAR TRANSPLANTATION

    , 1989

    NGF TREATMENT PROMOTES DEVELOPMENT OF BASAL FOREBRAIN TISSUE GRAFTS IN THE ANTERIOR

    , 1989

    NERVE GROWTH-FACTOR CAN INFLUENCE GROWTH OF CORTEX CEREBRI AND HIPPOCAMPUS

    , 1989

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

    Dr. Skirboll's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346359262.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skirboll?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Skirboll's specialty?

    Dr. Skirboll is a Neurosurgeon near Stanford, CA.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is this Dr. Stephen Skirboll affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Skirboll is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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

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    Is Stephen Skirboll accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Skirboll is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Skirboll offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Skirboll's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Skirboll?

    Please contact Dr. Skirboll's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Skirboll have?

    Dr. Stephen Skirboll is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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