Dr. Brenda Golianu, MD
Palo Alto, CA
25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Golianu, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Brenda Golianu, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Golianu graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Pain Management Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Anesthesiology St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, General Surgery. Dr. Golianu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Golianu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Golianu’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Where did Dr. Golianu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Pain Management Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Anesthesiology St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, General Surgery | Stanford University Hospital
Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca | Stanford University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Golianu speak?
Dr. Golianu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Golianu treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Golianu 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. Golianu. 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.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
- Pelvic Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Left lower quadrant pain
- Pain in left side of belly
- Left side abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1032: Left lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Other Migraine Types
- Migraine
- Uncommon migraine
- Atypical migraine
- Complex migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43809: Other migraine, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Nerve Pain
- Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
- Scoliosis
- Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Scoliosis in Children and Teens
- Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teen Mid-Back Curve
- Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
Also known as:
- Complex regional pain syndrome of right leg
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- CRPS right leg
- RSD right lower limb
- Right leg nerve pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G90521: Complex regional pain syndrome I of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
Which procedures does Dr. Golianu perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brenda Golianu may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Golianu's office.
Does Dr. Golianu accept my insurance?
Dr. Golianu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Golianu accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Golianu in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Mateo
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Golianu's office located?
Recognitions
Publications
Non-pharmacological techniques for pain magement in neotes
SEMIRS IN PERITOLOGY, 2007
An alysis of factors influencing postanesthesia recovery after pediatric ambulatory tonsillectomy
ANESTHESIA AND ALGESIA, 2007
Opioid algesia in neotes following cardiac surgery.
Semirs in cardiothoracic and vascular anesthesia, 2007
Pain magement for pediatric thoracic surgery.
Current opinion in aesthesiology, 2005
Pediatric thoracic anesthesia.
Current opinion in aesthesiology, 2005
Pediatric acute pain magement
PEDIATRIC CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA, 2000
What is Dr. Golianu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Golianu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689716524.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Golianu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Golianu
What is Dr. Brenda Golianu's specialty?
Dr. Golianu is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Palo Alto, CA. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Golianu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brenda Golianu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Golianu is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Brenda Golianu accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brenda Golianu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brenda Golianu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Golianu's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brenda Golianu?
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