Dr. Christopher Duma, MD is a neurosurgery specialist in Newport Beach, CA and has over 36 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Duma has extensive experience in Neurocritical Care Disorders, Nervous System Neoplasms, and Cranial Neurosurgery. He graduated from State University of New York / Health Science Center At Stony Brook in 1986. He is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.
These providers are on the medical staff of Hoag Health System.
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Dr Duma is a wonderful caring doctor. I had surgery for hydrocephalus and it was a great experience. My appointments were on time and his staff was great and very responsive.
Dr.Duma is an amazing surgeon! He was very informative and thorough in his approach to my emergency craniotomy. His personal touch to communicate and include my husband and sons every step of the way was very touching at such a scary time for my family. I will forever be grateful that he was the surgeon on call when I was admitted to emergency. It was my lucky day.
I am a 37 y/o who has suffered with Essential Tremor since birth. When it came time to do DBS, I wanted to see the best… And that is Dr. Duma and his staff. They are prompt (your appointment will start on time!) and consummately professional. However, they treat you with kindness and respect, too… Which isn’t always the case with doctors!
Even during a pandemic, he and his entire team made me feel so comfortable and heard. Ashley at the front desk who never fails to have a smile and genuinely cares about all the patients. Erin, who made what is usually a nerve-wrecking ordeal (telling all your information to yet *another* physician and his team… not to mention staple removal!) incredibly pleasant. Carol, the incomparable office manager who made the process of scheduling 3 surgeries (and all the MRI’s and COVID tests that went along with it!) seem like a breeze!
The surgeries themselves were as smooth and pleasant as brain surgery can be. His team (I specifically remember Ciara and her
I had my surgery with Dr Duma in Jan 2014 and gamma knife in Feb 2014. The whole process was done without any problems. I have been monitored by Dr. Duma and his physician assistant for the last 6 years and the staffs has always been pleasant.
Dr. Duma is a wonderful, no-nonsense brain surgeon. We came to him after mediocre experiences with two other surgeons. He quickly understood the nature and scope of my mother-in-law's Hydrocephalus and was able to correct it quickly and effectively. We could have saved months in a rehabilitation hospital had we known of him first. He has our deep gratitude and highest recommendation!
I first met Dr. Duma for a consultation for DBS surgery. I was a little nervous with the thought of brain surgery. Dr. Duma put my mind at rest. He throughly explained every aspect of my surgery and answered all of my questions. The surgery was a success and was truly life changing. I will be forever grateful to Dr. Duma and his team. I highly recommend Dr. Duma, please don’t hesitate to make an appointment.
Diagnosed at 19 waited until 82 for surgery. The professional treatment given by Dr. Duma and the staff was outstanding. I couldn't complain about anything including everyone at Hoag Hospital. It has been 1 1/2 years now and I feel wonderful. Sorry I waited so long. Follow up treatment is very good also.
Dr. Duma and his first class staff quickly diagnosed my meningioma that was successfully removed through surgery with minimal side effects. Due to Dr. Duma and his team's expertise in neurosurgery, my recovery has been swift and without complications. Dr. Duma has taken the time to educate me on my condition as well as my treatment options. Dr. Duma and his staff are friendly, efficient, optimistic and helpful. I am deeply grateful to them for their excellent medical care.
My breast cancer traveled to my brain. I had 6 tumors. Dr. Duma took care of all of them! One was so big he had to do brain surgery to remove it, the others he did radiosurgery with the gamma knife. Dr. Duma is a neurosurgeon specialist, the top in his field. My last MRI showed my brain free of cancer, thank you Dr. Duma!! I always felt that I was in the best of hands with Dr. Duma and his entire staff. Dr. Duma and his team, the Hoag Brain and Spine Surgeons of Orange County, deserve a higher rating than excellent...they are miracle workers, and just downright amazing!
I have visited Dr. Christopher Duma both for Gamma Knife leading edge a year ago as well as an his supervision of a MRI Spectroscopy / PET MRI Brain Oncologic recently conducted at the Hoag Hospital. Mr. Duma and his physician assistants are all very helpful and knowledgeable in their experience, and I appreciate all of them very much.
His work was excellent
His staff friendly
Only problem he says things like discharge and forgets . Says he will call with biopsy did not. And when confronted not very nice. For these reasons I recommend him if you want a neurosurgeon in the burbs.
Absolutely wonderful Doctor! So professional and informative and helpful through all that myself and my family are dealing with ! Highly recommend! Thank you Dr. Duma and staff
Dr Duma and his marvelous team got me tumor free (4 tumors!) within 6 weeks of diagnosis. Two surgeries and gamma knife therapy and I was only in the hospital a total of 4 days and missed only one week of work. He and his team were efficient, warm, friendly and optimistic. I love these people! Thank you!
My experience with Dr Duma was outstanding. He addressed the problem with concern and operated in one week. Dr Duma removed a tumor of the brain completely and I have had no re-occurrence of the malignancy.
Rod M Jones
Dr. Duma did multiple DBS surgeries on me for my Parkinson's Disease and Essential Tremors. He is an outstanding doctor and very compassionate. I would highly recommend him to anyone!
I can't express my gratitude for the care I've received from Dr. Duma. He explained the details of my condition, the surgical options and the prognosis in a very detailed, easy-to-undertand and compassionate manner. I am fortunate that my prognosis is good. Dr. Duma and his staff have been helpful and caring through every step of my treatment. I am grateful to have found him!
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Linda Kannow in Huntington Beach, Ca – Feb 06, 2018
Dr. Duma is impressive. He is professional and personable. It seems he is the only Gamma Knife specialist in town and he just might be the best. Unfortunately, the professionalism of his office staff does not sinc with Dr. Duma's. From the office manager down to the receptionist, At the other end of the phone at Dr. Duma's office, you will find unprofessionalism, disorganization, rudeness and poor communication. Perhaps because Dr. Duma is never in the office. I don't blame him.
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Duma to family and friends is 4.744681 out of 5
About Me
Care Philosophy
I have had more than 20 years of neurosurgical experience. I super-specialize in brain tumor surgery, functional neurosurgery, stereotactic neurosurgery,...Read more
Specialties
Neurosurgery
Education
1991
University Of Pittsburgh, Presbyterian Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
1987
Georgetown University Hospital
Internship Hospital
1986
State University of New York / Health Science Center At Stony Brook
Medical School
1981
Colgate University
Undergraduate School
Languages
English
French
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Does Dr. Christopher Duma, MD accept any insurance plans?
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What are Dr. Christopher Duma, MD's top areas of expertise?
Dr. Christopher Duma, MD specializes in Cranial Neurosurgery and Nervous System Neoplasms. See more on Healthgrades.
What conditions does Dr. Christopher Duma, MD treat?
Dr. Christopher Duma, MD frequently treats the following conditions: Hydrocephalus, Meningiomas, and Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma). See more on Healthgrades.
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Is Dr. Christopher Duma, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Christopher Duma, MD is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach.
How much experience does Dr. Christopher Duma, MD have?
Dr. Christopher Duma, MD has over 36 years of healthcare experience.
Does Dr. Christopher Duma, MD receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 4.7/5 for Dr. Christopher Duma, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Duma treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Duma treats other conditions, please contact the office at (949) 642-6787.
Cranial Neurosurgery
Cranial neurosurgeons perform surgical procedures that involve opening or passing through the skull to treat conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system.Compare with other Cranial Neurosurgery specialists.
Dr. Duma is experienced in the area of Cranial Neurosurgery. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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