Christopher M. Duma
MD
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About Dr. Christopher M. Duma
Bio
Dr. Christopher Duma is one of the most experienced neurosurgeon specialists in the field of Gamma Knife radiosurgery and brain tumor surgery. Dr. Duma has been performing Gamma Knife radiosurgery since 1990, and brings to Hoag patients an incredible level of physician expertise. Dr. Duma treats nearly 200 patients per year and because he also performs open, general cranial neurosurgery, he is uniquely equipped to offer an unbiased opinion about the management of any particular problem.
In addition to his work with the Gamma Knife, Dr. Duma is involved with research in gene therapy, genetically engineered cells and vaccines to fight malignant brain tumors. He has also been at the forefront of research in immunotherapy for primary brain tumors and the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Duma has authored numerous articles, studies and book chapters, and continues to investigate new clinical applications for stereotactic radiosurgery.
Specialties
Neurosurgery
Focus areas
Neurosurgery
Location
Newport Beach
510 Superior Ave Ste 290, Newport Beach, CA 92663 Phone: (949) 642-6787 • Fax: (949) 642-4833
Accepted insurance
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- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Scan
- United Healthcare
Accepting new patients
Yes
Hoag affiliations
Hoag Physician Partners, Hoag Specialty Clinic
Languages
English
Background
Certification
American Board of Neurological Surgery
Neurosurgery
Education
Medical Education
Medical Doctor, SUNY at Stony Brook
Internship
General Surgery, Georgetown University Medical Center
Residency
Neurosurgery, Georgetown University Medical Center
Fellowship
Neurosurgery, University of Pittsburgh
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