- Neurosurgeons
- CA
- Santa Monica, CA
- Dr. Brian Gantwerker, MD
Dr. Brian Gantwerker, MD
Neurosurgery•Male•Age 47
Neurosurgery
Dr. Brian Gantwerker, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Santa Monica, CA and has over 21 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rush Medical College Of Rush University medical school in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cedars Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital and Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center. His office accepts new patients.
The Craniospinal Center of Los Angeles - Westside
2811 Wilshire Blvd Ste 840 Santa Monica, CA 90403 ()Make an Appointment
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About Me
Care Philosophy
Biography
Specialties
- Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
- Neurosurgery
Education
Languages
- English
- French
- Persian
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
- Transthoracic Resection of Schwannomas, July 2011
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are Dr. Brian Gantwerker, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Gantwerker frequently treats Osteoarthritis of Spine, Myelopathy, and Low Back Pain. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Gantwerker treats.
Where is Dr. Brian Gantwerker, MD's office located?
Dr. Gantwerker's office is located at 2811 Wilshire Blvd Ste 840, Santa Monica, CA 90403. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
What languages does Dr. Brian Gantwerker, MD speak?
Dr. Gantwerker speaks Farsi, French, and English. View profile to see all.
Does Dr. Brian Gantwerker, MD offer telehealth services?
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Dr. Gantwerker's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Gantwerker treats Osteoarthritis of Spine more than 90% of his peers
Dr. Gantwerker treats this condition more than 90% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Gantwerker treats Myelopathy more than 90% of his peers
Dr. Gantwerker treats this condition more than 90% of his peers
Rating Includes other areas of care:
- Autoimmune Myelopathy
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Gantwerker treats Low Back Pain more than 87% of his peers
Dr. Gantwerker treats this condition more than 87% of his peers
Dr. Gantwerker's conditions and procedures:
- Acoustic Neuroma
- Aneurysm
- Brain Abscess
- Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
- Brain Aneurysm
- Brain Cancer
- Brain Disorders
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Broken Neck
- Carpal Tunnel Release
- Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Cervical Spine Myelopathy
- Chiari Malformation Type 1
- Chiari's Deformity
- Cranial Trauma
- Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Disc Replacement
- Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
- Dural Tear
- Epidural Lysis of Adhesions (LOA)
- Epilepsy
- Herniated Disc
- Herniated Disc Surgery
- Hydrocephalus
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Meningiomas
- Myelopathy
- Nerve Sheath Tumors
- Neuroplasty
- Neurostimulation
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Osteoarthritis of Spine
- Pathological Spine Fracture
- Pituitary Tumor
- Polyneuropathy
- Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Scoliosis
- Secondary Malignancies
- Spina Bifida
- Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
- Spinal Cord and Brain Disorders
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Spinal Cord Tumor
- Spinal Fusion
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Deformities
- Spine Fracture Treatment
- Spine Fractures, Traumatic
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylosis
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Spinal or Cranial
- Stroke
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Subdural Hemorrhage
- Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Upper Back Pain
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Dr. Gantwerker accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Advantage-CA PPO
- Balanced (Prudent Buyer)-CA PPO
- Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Individual-CA PPO
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- Gold EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
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- Traditional
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- Medicare
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Locations
The Craniospinal Center of Los Angeles - Westside
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- Hours
- Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 9:00am - 2:00pm
- Sat: closed
- Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.71% Patients that would definitely recommend, 1% higher than the national average
3 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2021)
68% Patients that would definitely recommend, 2% lower than the national average
7 Awards Received
Award Highlight: America's 50 Best Hospitals Award™ (2020)
77% Patients that would definitely recommend, 7% higher than the national average
2 Awards Received
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