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Dr. Brenda Golianu, MD

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. 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, 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:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fibromyalgia
    • Widespread pain syndrome
    • Chronic muscle pain
    • Fibromyositis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M797: Fibromyalgia

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Golianu perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • MAPFRE

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Golianu's office located?

    Dr. Brenda Golianu's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 497-8000

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    Dr. Brenda Golianu's Practice 2

    300 Pasteur Dr # H3580

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 725-8544

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    Dr. Brenda Golianu's Practice 3

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

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    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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist with 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 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?

    Please contact Dr. Golianu's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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