- Neurologists
- CA
- San Jose, CA
- Dr. John Sum, MD
Dr. John Sum, MD
Neurology•Male•Age 60
Neurology
Dr. John Sum, MD is a Neurology Specialist in San Jose, CA and has over 36 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Sum has extensive experience in Epilepsy. He graduated from STANFORD UNIVERSITY in 1987. He is affiliated with Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. His office accepts new patients.

Santa Clara Vly Medical Center Neu
751 S Bascom Ave San Jose, CA 95128Accepting new patients
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Neurology
- Pediatric Neurology
Board Certifications
- Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
Education
Languages
- English
- French
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does Dr. John Sum, MD accept any insurance plans?
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What are Dr. John Sum, MD's top areas of expertise?
Dr. Sum specializes in Epilepsy. See more on Healthgrades.
What conditions does Dr. John Sum, MD treat?
Dr. Sum frequently treats the following conditions: Cerebral Palsy, Chronic Pain, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. John Sum, MD's office address?
Dr. Sum's office is located at 751 S Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA 95128. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
What languages is Dr. John Sum, MD fluent in?
Dr. Sum is able to speak French and English. View profile to see all.
Is Dr. John Sum, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. John Sum, MD is affiliated with Santa Clara Valley Medical Center.
Is Dr. John Sum, MD a board-certified professional?
Yes, Dr. John Sum, MD holds board certifications in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology.
How much experience does Dr. John Sum, MD have?
Dr. Sum has over 35 years of healthcare experience.
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Sum
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Sum treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Sum treats other conditions, please contact the office at (408) 885-5440.
Epilepsy
Epilepsy specialists diagnose and treat spectrum of brain disorders that cause seizures due to an interruption of normal nerve activity in the brain.Compare with other Epilepsy specialists.
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Dr. Sum's conditions and procedures:
- Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response Test
- Cerebral Palsy
- Chronic Pain
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
- Compound Muscle Action Potential (CMAP) Scan
- Deep Brain Stimulation Evaluation
- Dementia Evaluation
- Dementia or Depression Screening
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Difficulty With Walking
- Dystonia
- Epilepsy
- Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
- Evaluation for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
- Evoked Potential Test
- Febrile Convulsion
- Functional Movement Screening
- Gait Abnormality
- Grip and-or Muscle Group Pull Test
- Head CT Scan
- Home Sleep Study
- ImPACT Testing
- Inflammatory and Toxic Neuropathy
- Low Back Pain
- Memory Evaluation
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Peripheral Neuropathy Testing
- Polyneuropathy
- Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Seizure Disorders
- Sudoscan
- TCD Bubble Test
- Wada Test
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Dr. Sum accepts
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Dr. Sum accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Choice Plus POS II
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
- Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO
- Select Plus HMO
- Blue Shield of California
- Access Plus Savenet
- Local Access Plus HMO
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- LocalPlus
- Open Access Plus
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- PHCS Network PPO
Locations
Santa Clara Vly Medical Center Neu
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- Hours
- Mon: 8:30am - 9:00pm
- Tue: 8:30am - 9:00pm
- Wed: 8:30am - 9:00pm
- Thu: 8:30am - 9:00pm
- Fri: 8:30am - 9:00pm
- Sat: 9:00am - 8:00pm
- Sun: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Directions
Affiliated Hospitals
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.66% Patients that would definitely recommend, 4% lower than the national average
2 Awards Received
Award Highlight: America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)
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These providers are on the medical staff of Regional Medical Center Of San Jose.
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