- Neurosurgeons
- NC
- Durham, NC
- Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD
Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD
Neurosurgery•Male•Age 43
Neurosurgery
Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Durham, NC and has over 17 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Karikari has extensive experience in Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. He graduated from DUKE UNIV SCH OF MED in 2006. He is affiliated with medical facilities Duke Health Raleigh Hospital and Duke University Hospital. His office accepts new patients.

Duke University Hospital
2301 Erwin Rd Durham, NC 27705Make an Appointment
(888) 275-3853Accepting new patients
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Karikari
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Karikari treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Karikari treats other conditions, please contact the office at (888) 275-3853.
Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures
Spine specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the bones of the spine, including degenerative spine disease, herniated discs, stenosis, and fractured vertebrae, with treatments including medication, physical therapy, and surgery.Compare with other Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures specialists.
Dr. Karikari is experienced in the area of Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
Based on claims data for 57 conditions and procedures
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Dr. Karikari's conditions and procedures:
- Aneurysm
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Avascular Necrosis
- Back Pain
- Brain Aneurysm
- Broken Neck
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Cervical Spine Disorders
- Cervical Spine Myelopathy
- Chiari Malformation Type 1
- Chiari's Deformity
- Chordoma
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Coccygeal Pain
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
- Complications of Joint Prosthesis
- Congenital Spine Disorders
- Cranial Trauma
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Degenerative Spine Disorders
- Difficulty With Walking
- Dural Tear
- Epilepsy
- Fracture of Hand (incl. Fingers)
- Gait Abnormality
- Gout
- Hand Fracture
- Herniated Disc
- Hydrocephalus
- Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Joint Drainage
- Joint Pain
- Knee Dislocation
- Kyphosis
- Limb Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Lupus
- Meningiomas
- Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
- Myelopathy
- Neurostimulation
- Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of Spine
- Osteopenia
- Osteosarcoma
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Pathological Spine Fracture
- Pediatric Spine Deformities
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Pinched Nerve in Back
- Polyneuropathy
- Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
- Pyogenic Arthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rib Fracture
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Sacrum Disorders
- Sciatica
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Scoliosis
- Secondary Malignancies
- Sjögren's Syndrome
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Spinal Instability
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Deformities
- Spine Fracture Treatment
- Spine Fractures, Traumatic
- Spondolthesis
- Spondylitis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Subdural Hemorrhage
- Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
- Torticollis
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Upper Back Pain
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Dr. Karikari accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Ambetter
- Superior Health Plan
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Commercial Insurance Company
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- GEHA
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
- Medicare
- MultiPlan
- UnitedHealthCare
- Navigate HMO
Dr. Karikari's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Karikari
4.6
Based on 53 ratings
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1 Star | 8% | 8% |
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
- Neurosurgery
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD?
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Does Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD accept any insurance plans?
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Does Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD accept new patients?
New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Karikari's profile.
What are Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD's top areas of expertise?
Dr. Karikari specializes in Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. See more on Healthgrades.
What conditions does Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD treat?
Dr. Karikari frequently treats the following conditions: Back Pain, Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak), and Chronic Neck Pain. See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD's office address?
Dr. Karikari's office is located at 2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Is Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD is affiliated with Duke Health Raleigh Hospital and Duke University Hospital.
Is Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD a board-certified professional?
Yes, Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD holds board certifications in Neurosurgery.
How much experience does Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD have?
Dr. Karikari has over 16 years of healthcare experience.
Does Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 4.6/5 for Dr. Isaac Karikari, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
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Affiliated Hospitals
Dr. Karikari is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.
Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.74% Patients that would definitely recommend, 4% higher than the national average
2 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)
83% Patients that would definitely recommend, 13% higher than the national average
12 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)
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