Neurosurgeon, Orthopaedic Surgeon in Santa Monica, California (CA)
Jeffrey C Wang MD
Neurosurgeon, Orthopaedic Surgeon
- Board Certified
- Fellowship Trained
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Cervical Spine Research Society
- North American Spine Society
- Scoliosis Research Society
- Degenerative Spine
- Spinal Deformity
- Trauma
- Tumor-Infection
- Cervical Spine
- UCLA Center for Health Sciences
- UCLA-Santa Monica Hospital
- UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center
- UCLA Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Division of Neurosurgery
- UCLA School of Medicine
Doctor Wang is Professor of Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery and Biomechanical Engineering with an expertise in the surgical treatment of all neck and back disorders.
Doctor Wang is Executive Director of the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center, which integrates different specialties including minimally invasive surgery and advanced nonoperative and pain management to comprehensively treat all spinal disorders.
In addition to a busy clinical practice at the academic medical institution consistently rated as best in the Western United States, Dr. Wang runs a basic science laboratory where he is on the cutting edge of technology, and constantly developing and applying novel methods of treating spinal disorders. Dr. Wang has received numerous research grants and is currently involved in many clinical trials in the treatment of spine problems.
Primary Specialties:
Cervical Disorders (Neck Surgery)
Thoracic and Lumbar Spine Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Motion-sparing technologies
Novel Biological treatments for Spinal Disorders
Things You Should Know Before Seeing a Neurosurgeon:
- What is a Neurosurgeon?
True or false? Most neurosurgeons perform more spine than brain surgery. - Neurosurgeon Education and Training
Neurosurgeons are highly educated and specially trained spine specialists. It can take upwards of 8 years after medical school to become a neurosurgeon. - What Disorders Do Neurosurgeons Treat?
Neurosurgeons treat many different dieases and conditions affecting the brain, spine, nervous system, and related structures. - What Treatments Do Neurosurgeons Provide?
Neurosurgeons are trained in the latest surgical techniques to treat spinal disorders. - Questions to Ask Your Neurosurgeon
An appointment with a neurosurgeon can be confusing. These sample questions will help you prepare for your appointment.
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