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Dr. Christopher Ames, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 57
Dr. Christopher Ames, MD
4.1 (24 Ratings)

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Dr. Christopher Ames, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in San Francisco, CA.
Dr. Christopher Ames, MD
4.1 (24 Ratings)
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Dr. Christopher Ames, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 57
San Francisco, CA
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Christopher Ames, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in San Francisco, CA.

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Dr. Christopher Ames, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in San Francisco, CA and has 30 years experience. They graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine. They currently practice at Practice. Dr. Ames has experience treating conditions like Spine Deformities, Scoliosis and Chronic Neck Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ames received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 24 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Ames also speaks French. Dr. Ames is board certified in Neurosurgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Spine Deformities
Scoliosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Spine Deformities
Scoliosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Cervical Stenosis
Ataxia
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Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Joint Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Spinal Osteophyte
Spondylolisthesis
Traumatic Brain Injury
Upper Back Pain
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Baker’s Cyst
Brain Abscess
Bursitis
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Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebral Edema
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondrosarcoma
Chordoma
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Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Compressed Spinal Cord
Dural Tear
Gout
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Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Limb Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Meningiomas
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Muscle Cramping
Myelomalacia
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Osteosarcoma of the Spine
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Pituitary Tumor
Polyneuropathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacral Spina Bifida
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spinal Cord Tumor
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Syringomyelia
Systemic Sclerosis
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Torticollis
Vertebral Column Tumors
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Hip Impingement Procedure
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulation
Neurostimulator Implantation
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection

Insurance Accepted

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  • UC Resident and Fellows-CA PPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Medicaid
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Univ of California Home Care Serv
    400 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143
  2. 2 Office
    505 Parnassus Ave Rm M779, San Francisco, CA 94143
  3. 3 Office
    400 Parnassus Ave Ste A2300, San Francisco, CA 94143
  4. 4 University of California San Francisco
    505 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ames
4.1
Based on 24 Reviews
5 Stars (18)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (5)

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Patient Reviews
Apr 09, 2019
I had surgery 1 month ago. I had a lumbar/sacrum fusion. Mine was a 2 day procedure: 3/13/19 -Anterior fusion from L2-S1; 3/15/19 -Posterior fusion L2-L6 (It may have been L4 or L5, I will clarify @ my 6 wk. post op. appt. next month). I am already feeling great (w/expected post op pain). Dr. Ames did not disappoint - PHENOMENAL skill & SUPERB bedside manner. My 8 days @ UCSF Hospital, also phenomenal. A++++ post op. w/great nurses & quite/private room!!! Tracy L. Nardiello
— Apr 09, 2019
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Christopher Ames, MD is a neurosurgery specialist in San Francisco, CA and has over 29 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1994. He specializes in Neurosurgery and Orthopedic Surgery.
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Languages Spoken
French
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Specialties*
Neurosurgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
    1994
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
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Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Barrow Neurol Inst
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Christopher Ames, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ames' profile.

Dr. Ames frequently treats the following conditions: Spine Deformities, Scoliosis and Chronic Neck Pain. See more on Sharecare.

Yes, Dr. Christopher Ames, MD holds board certification in Neurosurgery.