Dr. Charles Chang, MD
Neurosurgery  · Â
Male  · Â
Age 71
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Dr. Charles Chang, MD is a neurosurgery specialist in Plano, TX and has been practicing for 38 years. He graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 1972 and specializes in neurosurgery and adult neurology.
Chang Neurosurgery & Spine Care
4001 W 15th St Ste 260
Plano, TX 75093
(214) 778-2530
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- Humana
- Medicaid
- MultiPlan
- Principal Financial Group
- UnitedHealthCare
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Top Care Areas
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Cervical Spine Myelopathy
very high
more than 97% of peers
Subdural Hemorrhage
very high
more than 93% of peers
Spondylosis
very high
more than 91% of peers
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Care Philosophy
This content was provided by Dr. Chang "Dr. Charles Chang is known for his comprehensive and compassionate approach to neurological care, taking time to talk and listen to his patients and their families. He understands that anticipating brain or spine surgery can be overwhelming for patients and ensures they understand each step of the process. His thorough evaluations and meticulous manner have earned him the respect of both patients and medical professionals alike."
2 Â Specialties
- Neurosurgery
- Adult Neurology
4 Â Board Certifications
- Neurology with Special Qualification in Child NeurologyAccredited by: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology*
- NeurosurgeryAccredited by: American Board of Medical Specialties*
- Pediatric NeurologyAccredited by: American Board of Medical Specialties*
- PediatricsAccredited by: American Board of Pediatrics*
88 Â Conditions Treated
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Aneurysm
- Ataxia
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Back Pain
- Bone Cancer
- Bone Disorders
- Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
- Brain Aneurysm
- Brain Cancer
- Brain Disorders
- Brain Tumor
- Broken Neck
- Cancer
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Cervical Spine Myelopathy
- Chiari's Deformity
- Chronic Pain
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
- Confusion
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Dementia
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Difficulty With Walking
- Diplopia
- Dystonia
- Ear Disorders
- Epidural Hematoma
- Epilepsy
- Fracture
- Gait Abnormality
- Headache
- Herniated Disc
- Hydrocephalus
- Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
- Inflammatory and Toxic Neuropathy
- Insomnia
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Meningiomas
- Migraine
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Myelopathy
- Neck Pain
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Parkinson's Disease
- Pathological Spine Fracture
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Polyneuropathy
- Polyneuropathy Due to Alcohol and Drugs
- Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Scoliosis
- Secondary Malignancies
- Seizure Disorders
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Spinal Cord Tumor
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Deformities
- Spine Disorders
- Spine Fractures, Traumatic
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylosis
- Stroke
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Subdural Hemorrhage
- Syncope
- Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
- Thrombosis
- Tic Disorders
- Torticollis
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Tremor
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Vascular Disease
- Vertigo
Less
24 Â Procedures
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
- Cervical Disc Replacement
- Cervical Herniated Disc Surgery
- Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
- Craniotomy
- Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
- Herniated Disc Surgery
- Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
- Laminectomy
- Microdiscectomy
- Neuroplasty
- Neurostimulation
- Neurosurgical Procedures
- Pituitary Gland Tumor Excision
- Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
- Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Spinal Fusion
- Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
- Spinal Tumor Surgery
- Spine Surgery
Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for Texas.
0 Sanctions
No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
Education
- Johns Hopkins University / School of MedicineUndergraduate School | Graduated 1967
- Johns Hopkins University School Of MedicineMedical School | Graduated 1972
- Washington University School of MedicineInternship Hospital | Completed 1974
- St Louis Children's HospitalResidency Hospital | Completed 1978
- National Institute of HealthFellowship Hospital | Completed 1980
- Bethesda Naval HospitalResidency Hospital | Completed 1985
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
Dr. Chang has no media or publications listed.
Languages Spoken
- Chinese
- English
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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What People Say About Dr. Charles Chang, MD
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Dr. Chang has done 2 surgeries on me
1. for neck cervical area
2. crainotomy for trigemenial neuralgia.
most of left immediately and has gradually gone.
i need attention to back.
i will b getting appointment w him again.he is extremely nice thorough .answers all ur questions. he takes time w u ,...Read More
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jeanne collett in sherman, TX – May 17, 2018
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Dr Chang is one of a kind, his passion, concern and care for his patients is unmatched. He truly cares about his patients and for the quality of his patients care. He takes the time to explain things in a no nonsense manner to the understanding level of whomever is in front of him. His...Read More
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2Cynthia Ball in Plano, TX – May 10, 2017
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He did brain surgery on me back in1995 n I just want to thank him cuz I have had 3 brain surgeries n if. I do say so myself I am doing well. Of course I have many deficits but he has kept me alive to see my son graduate ????? from college n pursue his education in physical therapy. My son is...Read More
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2Debra Chavez in El Paso, TX – Feb 24, 2017
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I had suffered with trigeminal neuralgia for years. All the other Drs just gave me pills and said it was due to aging. I searched Dr and came across Dr. Chang's name. I called him, we met and he gave me all my options to me in detail and within one month I decided on surgery. He found all my...Read More
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11Charlie M in Arlington, TX – Aug 16, 2016
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In 2006 Dr. Chang performed emergency brain surgery to remove a grapefruit sized right temporal minigioma tumor. He is a wonderful surgeon and was so concerned about my family during my surgery.
God's blessings to Dr. Chang and his staff.
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14Sharon Shannon-Palmore in Plano, Texas – Jan 05, 2016